SHOOTING PROGRESSION
Following on from the initial practice players should now
look at attempting to hit the target from various angles,
- and/or striking the ball from different heights.
The technical principles are no different from those mentioned
in the opening lessons on shooting - coaches still insisting
to players the importance of the right attitude to the practice
at all times.
Remember when shooting;
1 Eyes on the ball at the
moment of strike.
2 Body over the ball to keep
the shot down.
3 Look up before the moment
of strike to see where opponents are.
4 Place the non-kicking foot
alongside the ball if you want a low drive.
Practice 1
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Coming in from the angle. |
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Server (S) varies the delivery –
from positions 1, 2, 3 & 4. |
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Attacker (A) controls the ball as quickly
as possible before striking at goal (COACHES SHOULD STRESS
THE IMPORTANCE OF FIRST TOUCH CONTROL – CONTROLLING
THE BALL TO ADVANTAGE AS OPPOSED TO SIMPLY STOPPING THE
BALL WHEN IT ARRIVES AT A PLAYERS FEET). |
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A1 should note the position of the goalkeeper
(G) – has he covered his angles? Are there any spaces? |
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Whenever possible attackers should go
for power shooting, as the speed of the ball alone may
be enough to beat the goalkeeper. |
Practice 2
This time the SERVER (S) throws the ball up (about 2 metres
from the ground, attacker (A) has to either
a) control the ball, and
then strike at goal or
b) volley it first time at
the target.
The server can vary the angle of the serve, occasionally
throwing it to left or right which necessitates the striker
moving quickly from his starring position, gaining quick control
before finishing with a strike or goal.
AT THIS STAGE, WE ARE SIMPLY DEALING WITH THE TECHNIQUE
OF SHOOTING.
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Players should learn to be aware of
their own positions, and that of the goalkeeper. |
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To ensure the required speed in the
practice coaches should set time limits on attackers.
eg From the moment the ball is served, attacker (A) has
5 seconds to gain control and then get a shot in on goal.
This brings a more urgent ingredient into the practice
and necessitates the attacker aiming for quick control
and an early shot at goal – a technique required
in match situations.
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