The U10 Player Development Plan looks at the skills that we should aim for our players to begin developing by the end of their U10 season. Our primary aim at U10 is for players to understand how and when to retain possession through providing correct supporting angles to the player on the ball. Players will […]
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The U8 Player Development Plan looks at the skills that we should aim for our players to begin developing by the end of their U8 season. Our primary aim at U8 is to make sure that players are friends with the ball. We want them to be comfortable having the ball at their feet and
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Download Here Eyes on the Ball Check for pressure before putting eyes back on the ball to ensure proper timing to control it Body in line with the ball This is to be sure of proper balance an control. While a ball can be controlled with a leg stuck out, its a difficult technique to
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Download Here Look forwards and sideways This allows players to see available space, team mates, opponents and goals. Laces and Toes to move the ball forward This allows players to maintain the most natural running motion while dribbling Inside, outside and sole to move ball from side to side Dribbling side to side keeps the
Download Here Non-kicking Foot next to the ball Correct placement helps for different styles of ball strike. Next to the ball keeps the ball low. Behind the ball determines loft. Further to the side allows for backspin. Non-kicking foot show be pointing in direction the players wants the ball to go. Strike the correct area
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Download Here Non-kicking Foot next to the ball Correct placement helps for different styles of ball strike. Next to the ball keeps the ball low. Behind the ball determines loft. Further to the side allows for backspin. Non-kicking foot show be pointing in direction the players wants the ball to go. Strike the middle of
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Download Here 3B’s – Ball Body Bozo Players will remember these 3 words as the roll off the tongue. The idea is to keep these 3 items in that exact order (Bozo being the opponent) to protect the ball effectively Turn facing the ball If opponents are touch tight and the player decides to turn,
New year, new you. At least that’s what resolutions suggest… The reality is new year, evolved you. This is especially true when it comes to coaching. Think back to first session you ran and compare that to now. I’m willing to say there’s a huge difference. I know there is in my own experience. We
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“A lot of the time I see kids that don’t enjoy being out there and that’s a shame” – Tiger Woods Imagine being out on a football pitch. You’re up against people you’ve never seen before. There’s lot of shouting coming from the 50+ crowd who are there watching you. You don’t know what they’re
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