Football/Soccer Session (Moderate): Shooting: Activity (Change Direction)

Turning (10 mins)

Organization:

1. 30x20 grid set up as shown

2. One ball per player with additional if needed

3. Split players into two teams

Instructions:

1. The first player in each line will dribble with their right foot to the red gate, perform a turn, dribble to the blue gate, perform a turn, dribble towards goal and shoot before the red gate.

2. Once the player has shot, the next player in line can begin.

3. Rotation will continue for 3 minutes, each goal scored will count as one point for the team. Team with the most points wins.

4. Round 2 will be the same but with the left foot.

Coaching Points:

1. Angle of approach – off center

2. Head up to observe the goal

3. Head down at the point of contact

4. Non-kicking foot placed to side, slightly behind the ball

5. Ankle locked, toe down

6. Contact ball – will vary depending on target area

7. Contactf oot – laces (instep)

8. Body weight forward, chest and knee over the ball at contact

9. Follow through landing on striking foot

Progression(s):

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