1. 4 teams, 1 minute to run to center and dribble back as many balls as possible.
Second player must receive the ball in order to make next run.
2. Give each team 8-10 balls, same game but must fill the "nest" as fast as possible.
Must hi-5 to start next run.
Watch dribble hands down stick ball out in front.
Good reception on open side.
in more ways than one
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