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
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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