- passing (either push/slap) in 3's in an area
- 1 defender (only intercepting, not tackling)
- players allowed to move & change places
- no. of passes then change
- Alternative: change no. of attackers/defenders; static; disguising the pass especially when slapping
- quick, accurate passes
- focus on key points of each pass
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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