Basic Fundamentals: Heading the Soccer Ball
Basic Fundamentals: Heading the Soccer Ball
Players Required:2
Balls Required:1
Goals Required:0
In this video Bobby Burling demonstrates how to head a soccer ball. It is crucial that young players are taught the proper technique especially with the recent concerns about concussions. Here are the key coaching points:
Coaching Points
- Use the forehead (not top or side of the head)
- Generate power through your core
- Use your arms for protection
- When going for goal keep the ball low