It's great for shots on goal from close in, or for passes that need to be slightly stronger than a push or when you are being closed down quickly by an opponent.

STEP ONE

Keep your hands apart in the dribbling or trapping position rather than bring them both to the top of the stick.

The backswing should be short and flat, with stick parallel to the ground.

STEP TWO

Keep the follow through low and your stick on the ground.

If you want to lift the ball, angle the head of the stick upwards.

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