BASIC SKILLS IN SOCCER Flashcards
What are the Kicking Areas of the Foot?
Inside
Instep
Top
Outside
Probably the first area of the foot you will use for kicking.
Inside
most powerful contact of the boot
top
sweet spot
top
used for driving the ball long distances, shooting and clearing
top
used more often that any part of the foot
instep
Used for controlling and passing the ball with the greatest degree of accuracy
inside
passing, crossing, chipping, shooting
instep
used for bending and swerving the ball around opponents, normally from dead-ball situations
outside
Avoid using your _____ unless you have no other alternative
Toe
When possible, try to use the
inside, outside, top, instep of the boot
For the greatest degree of accuracy, when passing or controlling the ball use the
inside of the foot
True or False: It is important to practice using both feet and not be dependent on one strong foot
true
The non-kicking foot should not be on
ahead or behind the ball
The position of non-kicking foot determines the
balance and power
True or False: The position of non-kicking foot determines the balance and power you generate
True
primary method of moving the ball up the field
dribbling
Most players find success using the ____ of their foot to push the ball along the ground when passing, and the more advanced you get the more parts of your foot you will be able to use when dribbling
top
allows you to move the ball around the field without losing possession
dribbling
What are the 5 steps to learn how to dribble a soccer ball?
Use your arms
Stay in an athletic position
Use the front of your feet
Use your place foot correctly
Raise up your knee
What are the 4 different parts of your feet?
laces
outside
inside
sole
always use your ___ to dribble forward with speed
laces
using inside of feet is significantly ______ than using laces to dribble forward
slower
use _____________ to cut inside and outside of your body, to use moves and to turn
outside, inside and soles
