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Objective of the Practice:
This practice is designed to improve a forwards passing ability when they have their back to goal.
Field Preparation:
 Use Penalty area.
Supply of balls. Cones.
A grid is marked out on the edge of the penalty area 10 yards by 10 yards.
A forward and marking defender are placed in the center of the grid.
A receiving player is positioned on the sides of the grid. These players are to act as wall players.
A server is placed on the side of the grid with a ball.
Coaching Points:
The practice starts when the server plays a ground pass to the forward. The forward checks towards the ball and passes it "first time" to either of the wide receivers. After passing the ball, the forward turns and makes a run
behind the defender for a return pass. The forward then attempts to score a goal.
The coach should emphasize the following coaching points:
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Server must deliver passes on the ground to enable the forward to pass using "one touch".
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The forward should be encouraged to use the "flick" pass with the outside of the foot.
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Both wide receivers should present themselves as good targets and return the pass "first time".
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Defender should be passive at first and gradual increase pressure on the forward as the practice progresses.
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