Football/Soccer Session (Academy Sessions): Heading
Premier Users' Club
Darren Clements
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15 mins
Heading under pressure -
Set up as before but now in groups of 3. Player 1 throws the ball to player at point 2. Player 3 runs in to distract. Repeat with Player 1 running in from the front after throwing to provide pressure from a different direction.
Rotate players regularly
Progressions -
Again, work on defensive header (over feeder's head) and attacking (can you put it low to the side of the on-rushing defender
Key Points -
As with technical, maintain concentration and focus on ball despite pressure, look for accuracy
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20 mins
Game -
40x30, 6 a side with GK, Free play to start.
Conditions (if required) -
GK to kick high out of hands
Players can use areas (labelled 1-4) to deliver a cross unopposed. If this is not having the desired affect they can pick up and kick out of hands or throw into the area.
A headed goal counts as 3.
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15 mins
Heading -
40x30, 1 ball between 2. Players throw ball to partner who will header it back.
Progressions -
Defensive header - can the player head it over their partner
Attacking header - head it down towards their feet
Key Points -
Eyes open, mouth shut
Stay on your toes
Use your forehead to contact with neck and lower back muscles providing the power
Good stance - feet shoulder width apart
Follow through to target