The combo-lane pass is just as effective as the combo-wall pass. However, like most other combo passes it takes a lot of practice to master, and like the others you should first practice doing the combo-lane-pass slowly. One thing you want to remember is that when you are doing these types of passes you always want to maintain control. You don't want to turn the ball over to the opponent because of poor ball control. I can't stress this enough.So if you practice doing the combo pass slow and easy then in time you'll learn to control it. Also, beginners need to remember that when doing these types of passes, especially with power, one must have good wrist and hand strength. The more strength and conditioning you have the better your ball control will be. So start out slow, and speed, power, and control will come in due time. Also, I recommend practicing the combo-lane-pass close to the near wall (the wall closes to you) so that you can see what you are doing. Then when you can instinctively do these types of passes you can begin to do them in other areas.

One good thing about the combo-lane pass is that it is easy to do. Theoretically, it is easier to hit a ball straight then it is to hit it off to the side. However, the ball does not always go directly straight every time and that is why I recommend practicing. When doing a combo pass, you want to make sure that the ball is right next or near the first 5-man passing the ball before you intend to pass it to the second 5-man. So that when the second 5-man passes the ball forward, it will go accurately in the desired direction. Normally, you don't want the ball to be too far back or too far forward before you pass it because this will increase the chances of losing the ball. The idea position for the ball is right under the rod.

too far back	too far forward	ideal

When the ball arrives at the intended man, then the ball is passed forward. The idea here is to hit the lane between the two defenders so that the ball can travel to a front 3man. Please see section on singleman lane pass.

One problem remains when doing passes with the 5-men, and that is that the ball must always be in motion. This means that the idea condition may not always be at hand. That is why it is important to maintain control. Play smoothly, methodically, and with style. This will assure smooth crisp accurate passes which will come from lots of practice and lots of playing time.

Again, I highly recommend becoming well informed with the (Rules) of passing before deciding whether or not to follow my advice on how to pass, and it should be noted that when doing these types of passes (especially single man passes ), the ball MUST always be in motion (or moving).