Players play the point out xcourt 1 on 1 using the doubles alley. Once the first players finish their point they yell out "open" and the point then is being played as doubles. Each team score 1 point for winning singles point and 2 for doubles point. Play to 11 then change teams.
- encourage net play and taking the ball early ( on rise, drive volley )
- emphasise communication and movement patterns among partners
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