Pass to Open Space
Age 11 · Sports
In a team game, one player moves into open court while another looks for a pass. Passing to the open teammate can move the ball past opponents.
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Age 11: open this week
Browse Age 11In the picture
- The ball in the first blue player’s hands: the pass starts here.
- The second blue player in open court: the pass target.
- The dotted arc: the ball’s path through the air.
Examples
- In football, a winger runs wide to receive a pass.
- In basketball, a player cuts to an open spot and gets the ball.
Key takeaways
- Moving away from opponents creates open space.
- A quick pass to an open teammate can beat a group of defenders.
Quiz: Pass to Open Space (Age 11)
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How can a player create open space?
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What can a quick pass to an open teammate do?
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What is one player doing while another looks for a pass?
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