Passing on the Move
Passing on the move: pairs pass a soft ball while traveling around the area, warming up and practicing passing.
How to play
- Pairs share a soft ball.
- Pass while walking side by side.
- Pass while jogging.
- Add bounce passes and passes after a signal.
Rules
- Look before passing.
- Avoid other pairs.
Variations
Easier
Walking.
Standard
Jogging.
Harder
Fast passes and direction changes.
Adaptations
- Limited mobility: seated passes.
- Coordination: bigger ball.
Learning goals
- Warm up.
- Improve passing and catching.
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