Inside of Foot Passing Coaching Points
Inside of foot passing is a fundamental technique and skill required in soccer, it is important to give your players the appropriate foundation.
Since passing is a fundamental technique and skill required in soccer, it is important to give your players the appropriate foundation.
Inside of Foot Passing Coaching Points
Drill Coaching Points
Here is a list of coaching points for passing with the inside of the foot:
- Body Position: Position your body to face the target, with your non-kicking foot pointing towards the target.
- Approach: Approach the ball at a slight angle, not straight on, to allow for a smoother passing motion.
- Non-Kicking Foot Placement: Place your non-kicking foot about 6-8 inches to the side of the ball, pointing toward the pass.
- Knee Over the Ball: Keep your knee over the ball to maintain control and accuracy.
- Contact Area: Use the inside of your foot around the arch area to contact the ball.
- Firm Ankle: Keep your ankle locked to ensure a solid connection with the ball.
- Follow Through: Follow through towards your target, extending your leg toward the pass.
- Head Up: Look up before passing to see your target and ensure accurate delivery.
- Eyes on the Ball: Keep your eyes on the ball as you make contact to ensure precise placement.
- Weight of Pass: Adjust the power of your pass based on the distance to your target – softer for short passes, stronger for longer passes.
- Balance: Maintain good balance by slightly leaning forward and keeping your center of gravity low.
- Controlled Swing: Use a smooth and controlled swinging motion with your kicking leg.
- Arms for Balance: Use your arms to help balance your body during the pass.
- Timing: Time your pass to match the movement of your teammate, especially if they are on the run.
- Communication: Signal or call your teammates to alert them of the incoming pass.
- Foot Position: Ensure the inside of your foot is perpendicular to the direction you want the ball to go.
- Surface of the Ball: Strike the middle of the ball for a ground pass, the bottom for a lofted pass, and the top for a driven pass.
- Practice Both Feet: Practice passing with the inside of both feet to become proficient and versatile.
- Quick Release: Work on quick-release passes to keep the tempo high and avoid being closed down by opponents.
- Observe Outcome: After passing, observe the outcome to understand how to improve accuracy and technique for future passes.
These coaching points will help players improve their passing accuracy, control, and effectiveness when using the inside of their foot.