Players move forward together in an overlapping pattern as shown
P1 passes to P2 and runs past in front
P2 dribbles around the back of P1
P2 passes to P1 and runs past in front
P1 dribbles around the back of P2
rinse and repeat
Run at appropriate pace
Receive and pass on the move, not stood waiting for the ball
Understanding of each other's position
Vary width
Vary height
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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