Receiving and turning is a technique that every player in every field position must have in their locker. The sooner they are taught this ability the better; that is why we focus here on such young ages.
Which way do they turn? Too many players turn into opponents rather than away from opponents so coaches should emphasize this in their training. Also do they turn with the inside or the outside of their foot or with both? They must practice both ways and with both feet to be effective as they gain more understanding of the technique that becomes a skill when decision making is added.
We hope these exercises help you teach the correct techniques to players and help them with their decision making.
Receiving and turning is a technique that every player in every field position must have in their locker. The sooner they are taught this ability the better; that is why we focus here on such young ages.
Which way do they turn? Too many players turn into opponents rather than away from opponents so coaches should emphasize this in their training. Also do they turn with the inside or the outside of their foot or with both? They must practice both ways and with both feet to be effective as they gain more understanding of the technique that becomes a skill when decision making is added.
We hope these exercises help you teach the correct techniques to players and help them with their decision making.
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