have a line of cones (at least 5) 3 meters apart. Split players into two lines. ball can start from either side. Players must work up the pitch passing the ball through the cones to the supporting player. Players should alternate what line they joins too ensure they Gert practice with stick side and non stick side.
This gives players practice at passing the ball wide and sideways. It also teaches how to scan the channels whilst running with the ball.
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