GKs play 'Head Catch' upon arrival. Similar to netball, GKs pass the ball in their team by throwing and may only take 3 steps with the ball in their hands. To score they must throw the ball for a team mate to head into the opposition's goal. This can also be 1st time volleys for the older GKs if desired.
Progress to a player led warm up (dynamic stretches) for 5 mins maximum.
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