Football/Soccer Session (Advanced): Air Play / Second post (Start Time: 2026-04-14 10:00:00)

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Juan Villegas
Name: Juan Villegas
City: fountain inn
Country: United States of America
Membership: Adult Member
Sport: Football/Soccer
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Description

mprove timing, positioning, and confidence when attacking aerial balls while maintaining control of the area and reacting to second-ball situations.


Football/Soccer Session Plan Drill (Colour): WUP / Progression

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Learning Objectives

Technical Technical
Technical ComponentJump mechanicsBody posture during aerial take-offLanding stability
Technical Tactical
Tactical ComponentReading the ball trajectory earlyPreparing body position before the jump
Technical Physical
Physical ComponentExplosive leg powerVertical jump developmentNeuromuscular activation
Technical Psychological
Psychological ComponentConfidence attacking the ball in the airFocus and timing
Technical Social
Social ComponentCommunication with teammatesAwareness of defensive line positioning

WUP / Progression (10 mins)

 A) Neuromuscular Warm-Up (Jump & Elevation)

Description

The session begins with a box jump activation exercise designed to develop leg strength and vertical elevation. Goalkeepers perform controlled jumps from the box while maintaining balance and proper body posture.

This phase prepares the body for aerial actions and activates the neuromuscular system before moving into technical work.

Coaching Points

  • Explosive take-off from both legs

  • Maintain body balance after landing

  • Eyes always on the ball trajectory

  • Strong arm drive to support elevation

    B) Progression : 

Timing & Momentum Development

Description

Goalkeepers work with a BOSU platform, generating aerial momentum while performing short adjustment steps to improve timing before attacking the ball.

The goal is to reinforce short footwork patterns and aerial coordination before crosses.

Coaching Points

  • Short explosive steps before the jump

  • Maintain body control in unstable surfaces

  • Generate upward momentum

  • Strong catch technique at the highest point


Football/Soccer Session Plan Drill (Colour): Phase 2 final

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Phase 2 final (15 mins)

Aerial Actions in the Goal Dummies 

Description

Three dummies are placed inside the penalty area.
Goalkeepers face opposition and frontal angled crosses, forcing them to read the ball trajectory and attack the space behind the defensive line.

Coaching Points

  • Attack the ball at the highest point

  • Manage space outside the goal area

  • Strong communication with defenders

  • Secure handling or decisive punch


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