Set-Up:
- 4 Players
- 1 GK, 2 Feeders, 1 Key Player
- Supply of Footballs
Play:
- Key player runs around the right hand cone and towards the feeder.
- Feeder one plays the ball to Key Player to Volley towards the goal.
- Key player returns to starting position then runs around the left hand cone.
- Feeder two plays the ball to Key Player to Volley towards goal.
Allow 2 Volleys on each foot free play.
Progression: Once the feeder has thrown the ball they move towards the player to add a little bit of pressure. Feeder bounces the ball in.
- Adjust body position to judge the flight of the ball
- Raise arms to help balance yourself
- Keep eyes on the ball to help timing and ensure you strike the ball
- Standing foot should be slightly bent to help with balance
- Get body/head over ball to keep shot down
- Rise striking leg back, bending the knee
- Strike ball with laces with toes pointing downwards
- Strike through the ball with foot pointing in the direction of where you want the ball to go
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