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As an under 8 program we would like to make sure
that the following soccer skills are instilled in our under 8 players
before they progress into our under 9 program.
Fundamentals
Fundamentals Fundamentals
1.
Throw Ins
Make sure that each player understands how to do a
proper throw in.
A. Feet together
B. Heels on the ground
C. Both hands on the ball, pull ball straight behind
the head, and release the ball
straightforward.
2. Dribbling
Each player should understand the basics of dribbling
the ball.
A. Using the inside of either foot the player should push the ball
forward.
B. Keep the ball close, not too far out in
front.
3. Kicking/Shooting
Player should understand the basics of shooting or
kicking the ball.
A. Ball should be addressed by the top of the laces of either the
left or right foot.
B. While leaning over the ball to keep the kick or shot closer to
the ground.
C. No “TOE” balls
4. Positions
Under 6 is 3 vs 3 with no goal keeper
Try and teach the basics of positions on the field.
Try and keep the terminology Simple. Examples: (under 8)
Offense:
Left
Center Right
Defense:
Defender
Goal Keeper
(Under 6 is the same but no Goal
Keeper)
5. Goal and Corner Kickers
Your player may not understand where the ball is placed during a
goal or corner kick, but they should understand which direction to kick
the ball during each situation.
Goal Kick - A goal kick is awarded to
the defending team when the attackers kick the ball out of bounds over the
end line.
Corner Kick - A corner kick is awarded
to the attacking team when the defenders kick the ball out of bounds
over the end line.
6. Sportsmanship
A. No pushing or kicking another
player.
B. Help another player if they are hurt or injured.
C. It’s not important
who won or lost; it’s who had the most fun!!!!!!!
Most Of all…
7. Have fun and
make it fun for your players. |
Dillsburg
Area Soccer Club
PO Box 114
