Here the players will follow the passing lines, either red or blue.
1. Pass short.
2. Pass to other side.
3. Pick up the ball running.
4. Pass along the sideline into the goal on the base line.
(Follow your ball after passing and stay on your own passing route and change after the balls are up)
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