Purpose

This teaches new players to get into position and make a pass on a ball that does not come right to the player – they need to be able to react and move to the ball.

Setup

  • Divide the players into two single file lines. Have the first player in each line step forward.
  • Have a coach with a number of balls.

How it works

  1. The coach tosses the ball either to the right or the left of the first player in one of the two lines.
  2. The player closest to the ball passes the ball back to the coach

Coaching Tips

  • Emphasize that players should move early so they are in place before the ball arrives