Player on the Right leads the drill.
They pass to player on the left and call a number 1, 2 or 3.
The player receiving then has to use 1, 2 or 3 touches to return the ball, keeping it undercontrol and giving it to the open side.
Look for quick processing of the call and good technique in the passing and receiving.
Progressions:
in more ways than one
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