All players start on the baseline with a ball each.
Coach starts on the finish line (can be different lengths depending on ability). Coach should have a green cone on one side and a red on the other.
When the coach moves towards the green cone the players start dribbling out towards the finish line, keeping the ball under control.
When the coach moves to the red cone the players must stop. If a player doesn't stop within 2 steps then they must return to the baseline to restart.
Whichever player crosses the finish line first is the winner.
Encourages players to look up while dribbling quickly and react to movement in front of them.
Coach can also hold the cones behind their back and show the green or red when required.
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