Part II Basic Soccer Skills

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1 Part II Basic Soccer Skills

2 Classification of soccer skills: Soccer skills can be classified as the following- Starting position Offensive skills Defensive skills Ready position Dribbling Kicking ( with instep, with outstep) Shooting Punting Heading Passing Trapping Catching Ready position Players stand with legs shoulders width apart, arms relaxed at the side of the body, knees slightly bent while balancing weight on balls of feet and one leg slightly in front of the other. Ready position

3 Dribbling Players attempt to propel the ball toward their opponents' goal by individual control of the ball, for e.g., dribbling (running with the ball close to their feet). (Wikipedia, 2008) Dribbling Teaching points The first step in learning to dribble is learning how to "carry" the ball by dribbling it straight ahead. Knee of the dribbling leg bent, toes pointed downwards and slightly inwards, so that the front of the foot comes into contact with the ball In the speed dribble contact the ball with the top of the foot (i.e., laces of the shoe) at about the center of the ball while in control dribble contact the ball with the inside or outside of the foot The knee must be above the ball when ball contacts the foot As contact is made with the ball, the ball is dragged along by the dribbling foot, so that it comes to rest beside the dribbling foot when stepping down again Use short steps Illustrate this move, and then allow the players to practice Players must only use one foot to dribble the ball Players must use their preferred foot to dribble in the first practice session then use the opposite foot

4 Passing Passing is an offensive skill in which one player gives the ball to another by dribbling or kicking in order to maintain possession or create an opportunity. Teaching the Inside-of-Foot "Push" Pass Passing Face the target and square-up so the ball, player, and the target are in a straight line Position the planting foot (non-kicking foot) about 4" from the side of the ball, pointing in the direction of the target. The direction in which the planted foot points is essential because this is going to be the direction in which the hip faces. Head over the soccer ball, look down with both knees somewhat bent Teach the appropriate motion by first having the player position his/her striking foot flat against the back of the ball (about 5" above the ground) and push the ball toward the target and follow through on the way to the target Make sure the player contacts the ball with the foot parallel to the ground and the ankle locked Make contact with the arch of foot and follow through toward the target Illustrate all moves, and then allow the players to practice

5 While practicing start, one step back from the ball because this step provides power to the pass Teach passing with the outside of foot Kicking Kicking with instep: Offensive skill in which the player kicks a ball with inside of the forefoot. It is generally used for passing the ball to teammate. Kicking with out step: This is an offensive skill in which the player kicks the ball with out side of the foot. It is also used for passing the ball to a teammate. Kicking with instep Kicking with out step Teaching point The first step in learning to kick is learning the concept of accuracy and power. Accuracy here is to drive their kicking foot in the direction of their target to ensure that the ball is moving directly towards the target. Power is another important element that makes a huge difference. The players try to swing harder in order to generate power rather use the elastic quality of leg muscles. Each player has a soccer ball Hit the ball with the top of the foot (i.e., laces of the shoe) with bent knee straight up The ball must move up straight Make sure players ankle is moving straight through the ball without lateral or vertical deviation

6 Illustrate this move, and then allow the players to practice This movement must be repeated for the player to become accustomed to kicking the ball with the laces portion of the shoe Shooting Shooting is just kicking the ball towards the target with accuracy and power. Shooting Teaching points Stand yourself so the ball is directly between you and the target. You should be facing the ball and not turned sideways to it. Position your left foot on the left side of the ball so it is about 3" to 5" from the ball and pointing in the direction of the target. This planting foot should be placed where player feels comfortable when strike the ball with their right foot The toes of the planting foot can be toward the middle and back of the ball. Keep the knee of planting foot slightly bent, then bend your shooting leg, and take a short backswing Watch the ball once kicked and turn the foot so it is flat (squared) to the back of the ball on contact Kick the ball with the inside of foot at the arch near the anklebone and follow through in the direction of the target Make sure to lock the ankle by pulling up the toes during impact

7 Take one step before kicking the soccer ball for consistency and power Punting A punt in football is performed when the punter kicks the football without letting it hit the ground first. (Wikipedia, 2008) Punting Teaching points Keep eyes focused on the soccer ball Ask players to extend their arms, holding the ball at waist height Drop the ball as they step and kick (do not toss the ball) Release the soccer ball at lower point preferably drop the ball about knee height The ball should be released with the hand opposite the kicking foot Take a long last step when striking a ball that the kicking leg automatically goes fully back before kicking the ball and therefore the player gets a maximum full swing of the leg Make sure the kicking foot remains pointed down and the ankle firmly locked out Follow through with their leg fully extended Players can change their body angle to affect the ball trajectory (i.e., forward for distance and upright for shorter, higher kicks)

8 It is the act of stopping the ball with the legs. Trapping Trapping Teaching points Receive the ball with the toes of the planting foot (non-kicking foot) Relax the receiving foot so the ball stops about one step away Make sure the receiving foot is 4"-6" off the ground Contact the ball on the back part of foot (i.e., under the anklebone or heel), not near the toes Make sure to lock the ankle by pulling up the toes so the foot will be parallel with the ground and not pointing downwards Right after trapping, if player wants the ball to go to either left or right; teach them to angle his/her foot and contact the ball more in front or behind, depending on whether he/she wants it to go left or right

9 Catching It is the act of stopping the ball by the goal keeper when the opponent tries to hit the goal. Catching at low position Catching at chest high position Teaching points Teach players to keep their eyes on the soccer ball and watch it carefully Assume a ready position (i.e., bring hands forward to catch) Always ask your player move a little towards the ball and try to catch it in the center of the body with two hands

10 The receiver can also jump toward the ball with both hands extended to meet the ball For all catches above the waist, the thumbs should be together with the fingers pointing upward forming a pocket for the ball Heading It is the act of hitting the ball with the forehead and used alternatively with the passing and kicking. Heading Teaching points The first step in learning to head is good timing and accurate contact with the soccer ball. Contact with the soccer ball should always be made with the forehead area Occasionally, a player may use the top of his/her head to flick the soccer ball The eyes should always be open (at least until impact) and fixed on the ball and the body positioned in line The player's mouth should be closed To direct the ball downwards, the forehead should make contact with the top half of the ball Ask players to arch the upper body backwards to produce momentum which is a sudden action where the body is driven forward to meet the ball To obtain extra power, a player can run and jump off one leg before heading the ball Illustrate all moves, and then allow the players to practice