Players start in a confined area. Each player has a ball.
On command, everyone drops ball and runs to half court or bleachers, etc. and returns. While the players are running, coach removes one ball. Player without ball is out. With fewer players, start to reduce area.
any number
Encourage going after the ball. Hustle. Reward winner by sitting out next round or X number of sprints, etc.
Time - 5-10 minutes
Remove more than one ball. Player without ball, goes for a jump ball.
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