Lofted passes are great for clearing your lines, switching play or dinking the ball over the top to a striker who is making a run behind the other team's defensive line.
Approach the ball at a slight angle, back swing of leg (using arms for balance) and follow through with your pass.
Coaching points
Non-kicking foot should be level with the ball.
Player's weight slightly back
Strike the ball with ridge above your big toe
Follow through of kicking leg across the body
Kick the ball with the instep
You can practice this individually or in pairs over increasing distances.
Note: Lofted passes can be risky and easily intercepted. Where possible players should look to use the easy option and pass along the floor.
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