First Time
On-Field CommunicationInstruction to hit a pass or shot immediately upon the ball arriving, without taking a touch to control it first.
Related Terms in On-Field Communication
Near Post
Calling for a cross or pass to be delivered to the goal post closest to the ball carrier.
Leave It
A command to a teammate not to touch the ball, usually because a player behind them is in a better position to take it.
Turn
Information shouted to a teammate receiving the ball with their back to goal, letting them know they have space to turn around and face forward.
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