Coaching Pointers:
Two players are positioned in a grid 10 yards by 10 yards. One player is the goalkeeper, the second a receiver.
The goalkeeper stands in between the two cones and rolls the ball towards the receiver. The receiver steps towards the ball and shoots the ball at the goal. After shooting the ball, the receiver must return to the starting position.
Both players should alternate roles.
The coach should emphasize the following coaching points:
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 Remember to keep the head steady and eyes fixed firmly on the ball.
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Approach the ball at a slight angle.
This will assist the natural swinging motion of the kicking leg.
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The last stride to the ball should be the longest stride.
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The non-kicking foot should be placed along side and slightly in front of the ball.
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Contact on the ball with the kicking foot should be made through the horizontal mid-line of the ball.
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The kicking foot should be fully extended down and the ball should be struck with the laces of the shoe.
- The follow through should be made through the center of the ball and continue in the direction of the goal.
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