Game version
Push-pass pairs: pass back and forth and count passes in a row to beat your own last round, taking a step back each time you reach the count.
Push Pass Through a Gate
Pass back and forth with a partner through a small cone gate in the middle.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Set up
Set two cones a yard apart halfway between you.
Core: Medium. Beat your own longest run of passes.
- Ages
- 7 and up
- Time
- 10 min
- Players
- You and a partner
- Space
- Yard or field
- Bring
- Stick, ball, 2 cones, partner
- Level · skill
- Beginner · Passing
The steps
How it works
- Set two cones a yard apart halfway between you.
- Stand 8 yards apart.
- Push pass through the gate to your partner.
- Count how many of 20 passes go through.
Coaching point
Eyes on the gate, then the ball.
Safety: Keep your stick low and check that the space around you is clear before you swing.
Make it fun
Play it, don't drill it
Challenge
Pick a level: Less (close), Core (medium), More (one touch). Beat your own longest run of passes.
Story
You are a pair of dolphins playing catch across the bay.
My best
Beat your own count
Beat your own longest run of passes. Only your own number counts: today against last time.
Practice makes progress
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