X formation passing drill.
Passers start at cone/corner of court, once tosser says go player must run cross court to pass ball. Passer then becomes cather.
Goal: Control ball on the run
Pass to setters position
Don't dive, run through pass to stay on your feet.
Focus on good form with passes
Good judge of speed drill
Push Communication: CALL BALL
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