<p>A simple passing pattern to teach juniors to lead an attack and switch sides of the field. Make sure to colour code the cones as shown to make it easy to know where to run after passing.</p><p><strong>Progression: </strong>Add a defender and play 2 v 1. </p>
<p>- No need to dribble</p><p>- Time the pass so it arrives when the player arrives at the cone.</p><p>- max 2-4 touches of the ball each time</p>
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