Step One: Position the body behind the flight of the ball as early as possible. This will lead to good composure
and balance for receiving the ball instead of reaching out and being caught off balance. Remember to keep the head steady and eyes fixed firmly on the ball. The head weighs approximately 10 pounds, so any unnecessary tilting of the head will affect the whole balance of the body.
Step Two: Decide by the flight of the ball which thigh is to be used to control the ball. The thigh muscle should be tight to provide a hard surface for redirecting the ball. Offer the controlling surface of the thigh to the ball.
Step Three: Immediately on impact, push out with the thigh and redirect the ball into available space. Do not withdraw the thigh on impact, as this will cushion the ball. As the player is redirecting the ball on impact, the head and upper body should be over the ball.
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