Sequential Passing Within Chaos

Skills

Preliminary Moves & Passing, Vision & Quick Decisions.

Purpose

Plenty of traffic in a confined area requires players to find space, communicate clearly and avoid other players.

Groups of

Ages

6⁺

Balls/grp

Cones

Distance (max)

Opp. tops

Visible opposition strip: 1

Setup
Groups of 3, each with a ball (extras make groups of 4). The number of groups will determine the size of the playing area (2 groups: 5x5m, 3 groups 6x6m, etc). Players are assigned a sequential number within their group (e,g. players in trio are numbered '1, 2 & 3').
Step 1
On 'go!' players must pass the ball around their group in numerical order.

(1 passes to 2), (2 to 3), (3 to 1).

Players must remain within the square

Players must find space and be aware of other bodies on the court
Step 2
After a random duration of 15-60 seconds, shout 'reverse!'. The count now goes the other way; players pass to the previous number sequentially

Now (1 passes to 3), (2 to 1), (3 to 2)

Receivers assist the passer by dodging into space and calling loudly - there will be lots of noise
Step 3
Continue to 'reverse!' at random intervals to keep players on their toes.
Step 4
Progression for experienced teams: Introduce a defender who roams around the square attempting to intercept all groups

Defender should be clearly identifiable