5 players are the feeders, whilst the rest of the group pass and receive on the move.
Passing to the right and then passing to the left on the way back.
Encourage good ball carry position appropriate to which way you are going.
The receive back from the feeder must be taken on the move.
Passing right:
Passing left:
Encourage a high right hand on stick to enable a more upright running position.
First touch is key for next action to take place.
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