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Yup, you need to look like you want the ball with Itchy fingers, greedy eyes … being low with palms up ready to catch the ball in triple threat.
Indeed Rakesh, itchy fingers is one the best cues to create this look. I thought about it a lot when I played and emphasize it now as I coach.
Every player wants more touches. If you want more touches, then look like you WANT THE BALL.
Exactly Rakesh, and as a passer its much easy to give the ball up to someone who really wants it instead of someone who is timid.