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Objective of the Practice:
This practice is designed to improve a players quick thinking to play one or two touch passes.
Field Preparation:
 Area 10 x 10 yards. 2 players. 1 ball.
Coaching Points:
Two players are positioned in a grid 10 yards x 10 yards. The practice starts when one player passes the ball to
their partner. At the same time they pass the ball they must shout out either "one" or "two". When receiving the
ball their partner must take as many touches as the number called. If the number is "one" they must pass the ball back first time. If the number is "two" they must control the ball on their first touch and return the pass on their second touch. When returning the pass to their partner they also call out a number.
Players are awarded a point for every mistake that their partner makes. First player to get five points wins.
Rotate so different players compete against each other.
The coach should emphasize the following coaching points:
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Make sure players call out the number at the same time they pass the ball to allow time for the receiving player to react.
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Players should always be alert and light on their feet.
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Deliver quality accurate ground passes.
If the player has to take a touch before passing, ensure that the first touch is played in front of the player and
out of his feet, enabling him to easily pass the ball on his second touch.
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