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Close-quarter passing ability leads to fewer turnovers and greater penetration. Use this to teach players when to use which techniques. By COLIN IRELAND.
There are four basic handling requirements for forwards in and around the contact area – short passing, passing just before contact, passing out of the tackle and picking the ball up from the ground.
All require the ability to give and take passes under pressure with lots of bodies around. Coaching these requires a focus not only on technique, but communication, as well.
Drill 1 - Beating the defenders – minefield
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