INTERMEDIATE

• Demo (1 min): Cutting, Passing Lanes, Flat Passes

• Variation #4 (5 min):  "Staggered Passing Shuttle."  Lines can also be moved to a "staggered" position (i.e. both lines move 5 metres to their left) to practice cross-body passing. 

• The first player in each line begins with a short run straight forward (one being in possession of the ball), with the ball carrier passing to the player running diagonally opposite from them (10 metres apart).  The two "shuttle" lines continue passing to each other, being sure not to creep towards the other line; instead staying on a straight path until after they've passed.  Make sure the player receiving the ball also doesn't leave too early, which can disrupt the timing of the drill.

• Switch the sides of these lines (i.e. both lines move 10 metres to their right) after 2-3 minutes (strong hand only); the restraining lines can be a helpful landmark in orienting the players.  Variations #2C to #2F may also be applied to this variation or either of the variations below.  

• Variation #5 (5 min):  "Transition Passing Shuttle."  Have players lined up in two lines facing each other (approximately 15 metres apart - east-west in orientation), near the shooter positions, in one or both ends of the floor; one line starting with a ball.  Lines can also be oriented lengthwise (north-south) and moved further apart for more of a cardio effect.