Six players stand in a circle, next to markers. One player stands in middle of circle. One of the six players start with the ball. Player starting with ball can pass to any of the players, except the players on either side of them. The aim is to pass the ball to a team member without the player in the middle intercepting it.
Gauge decision making of players, as well as passing and stopping the ball skills. Periodically rotate player in the middle so everyone has an attempt at trying to intercept the ball.
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