Intense handling drill suitable for U10 upwards. Requires at least 16 players.
Also requires players to scan, anticipate and communicate to prevent exercise breaking down.
Lay out a grid using cones, approx 8x8m.
Place 4 players on each corner of the grid; give the first player on each corner a ball.
Set the players off running a standard 4-ball Auckland cross.
Once a rhythm is established, give an additional ball to two of the waiting players and set them off in opposite directions around the perimeter of the grid.
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