Coaching Pointers:
Two players are positioned in a grid 10 yards x 10 yards. One player serves the ball for their partner to head back. The players should alternate serving the ball.
The coach should emphasize the following coaching points:
Position the body behind the flight of the ball. 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. Immediately on impact, the player should swing the upper body forward quickly and make contact on the ball with the center of the forehead. The player should redirect the ball to the player. Do not withdraw on impact, or this will cushion the ball. Do not tilt the head too far back or the ball will skim from the head and possession may
be lost.
As the player is redirecting the ball, the upper body and head should be moving forward. |
