10+ BALLS, 8+ STICKS, REBOUND BOARDS, LINES OF CONES
EXPLANATION:
X1 passes to X2 to initiate play.
X2 receives and moves forward with ball.
X2 gets ball in the air, and keeps the ball moving in the air over the sticks, changing direction on angles towards the circle.
Once over the last stick, X2 shoots as soon as he enters the circle.
X1 passes to X3, who executes the same skill from the opposite side.
Players alternate sides after shooting.
VARIATIONS:
Angle/direction of the line of sticks can be changed as desired.
Separation/spacing between sticks can be changed. The higher the skill level, the closer together the sticks can be.
COACHING POINTS:
It will be easier for the player to lift the ball initially with a change in direction to get some friction on the ball rolling onto the stick. This will also help keep the ball moving forward with change of angle.
Make sure the ball stays below knee height to avoid dangerous play.
Stick should stay as close to ball as possible.
EVALUATION:
Developing the ability to maintain speed while keeping the ball under control in the air is the key here. As a player is learning, he will likely have to stop and restart.
As the player becomes proficient, he should be able to change direction of the ball in the air.
