Make Sure that team mates know the call.
1. Eyes on the ball, Fingers spread --> quick hand placement, Step back 45 degrees Drop the ball onto the foot, contact lower on the ball.
2. Aim for the oppo 14 (Box) kick high and hanging
3. #11 Chases the ball, with attacking line pushing up.
4. #11 Jump to compete for the ball and try to win it
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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