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Open the Gates Passing Drill – Spacing and Awareness

The Open the Gates drill develops passing, spacing, and awareness by forcing players to move, communicate, and keep the field balanced.

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Set up 4 cone gates around the scoring area

Each gate represents a passing position

Place 1 player at each gate

Extra players start in the middle

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