Trapping – 6 | Kicking/Passing - 16 | Youth Soccer Drills & Skills

CUSTOM OUTDOOR TRAINING SESSION

YOUTH SOCCER

TRAPPING 6

KICKING/PASSING 16

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1v1 Soccer videos are not designed to teach proper technique.

Instead, take advantage of the resources linked at the end of this post.  These resources are the best of what is out there.  These resources contain professional trainers and skilled players correctly demonstrating (often in slow-motion) the techniques you want to learn.

The purpose of 1v1 Soccer is to show parents how to modify effective soccer instructional resources for home use.  By applying these resources in the myriad of different ways demonstrated on this site, you can help your child win the 1v1 soccer battle.

A primary goal for an advanced soccer player should be developing the ability to take a ball out of the air.  The process of gaining control of an air ball is called a Trap.   

After taking a ball out of the air using any of a variety of body parts, the ball typically takes a bounce in front of you or beside you.  Kicking a ball out of the air (bouncing or otherwise) is a Volley.   

A Volley involves striking through the center of the ball, keeping your shoulders over the ball, and a follow through that stays parallel with the ground.      

A Laces Medium Distance Trap + Volley involves using your laces to gain control of a ball that is high in the air coming from a medium distance away and then striking the ball out of the air or off the bounce.

An Inside Foot Medium Distance Trap + Volley involves using your inside foot to gain control of a ball that is high in the air coming from a medium distance away and then striking the ball out of the air or off the bounce.

An Outside Foot Medium Distance Trap + Volley involves using your outside foot to gain control of a ball that is high in the air coming from a medium distance away and then striking the ball out of the air or off the bounce.

The technique needed to effectively execute an Inside/Outside Foot, or Laces Trap is difficult to learn. 

Trapping an air ball that is high in the air and coming from a long distance away (medium/long distance trap) is especially difficult. 

The only training resource I am aware of which properly teaches these Traps is the Soccer University DVD’s (bottom of page).     

The ability to effectively control and strike air balls is a huge advantage.  These techniques are worth investing the time to master. 

Trapping

Laces Medium Distance Trap

SU 4 | 39:24

Inside Foot Medium Distance Trap

SU 4 | 39:24

Outside Foot Medium Distance Trap

SU 4 | 39:24

Kicking/Passing

Laces Volley Kick/Pass

BTB | 1:35:05

Inside Foot Volley Kick/Pass

BTB | 1:35:05

Outside Foot Volley Kick/Pass

BTB | 1:35:05

Angle Volley Kick/Pass

BTB | 1:35:05

Improve Your 1v1 Game TODAY (Links Below)

SU = Soccer University DVD Series

BTB = Blast The Ball DVD (Packaged With Soccer University)

Indoor Training Sessions (Link Below)

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Trapping – 5 | Squishing - 3 | Youth Soccer Drills & Skills

CUSTOM OUTDOOR TRAINING SESSION

YOUTH SOCCER

TRAPPING 5

SQUISHING 3

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1v1 Soccer videos are not designed to teach proper technique.

Instead, take advantage of the resources linked at the end of this post.  These resources are the best of what is out there.  These resources contain professional trainers and skilled players correctly demonstrating (often in slow-motion) the techniques you want to learn.

The purpose of 1v1 Soccer is to show parents how to modify effective soccer instructional resources for home use.  By applying these resources in the myriad of different ways demonstrated on this site, you can help your child win the 1v1 soccer battle.

A primary goal for an advanced soccer player should be developing the ability to take a ball out of the air and bring it down to the ground as quickly as possible.  Soccer is best played on the ground - this is where you have the most control and where you can move the fastest with the ball.

Effectively dealing with a ball in the air has two components.  First, you want to gain control of the ball.  Second, you want to bring it to the ground. 

The process of gaining control of an air ball is called a Trap.  The process of bringing a bouncing ball to the ground is called a Squish.      

A Laces Medium Distance Trap + Squish involves using your laces to gain control of a ball that is high in the air coming from a medium distance away and then squishing it to the ground.

An Inside Foot Medium Distance Trap + Squish involves using your inside foot to gain control of a ball that is high in the air coming from a medium distance away and then squishing it to the ground.

An Outside Foot Medium Distance Trap + Squish involves using your outside foot to gain control of a ball that is high in the air coming from a medium distance away and then squishing it to the ground.

The technique needed to effectively execute an Inside/Outside Foot, or Laces Trap is difficult to learn. 

Trapping an air ball that is high in the air and coming from a long distance away (medium/long distance trap) is especially difficult. 

In addition, the technique needed to effectively execute an Inside/Outside Foot, Sole, Shin, or Body Squish is difficult to learn.  Most coaches, trainers, academies do not teach these techniques and those that do often teach them incorrectly.    

The only training resource I am aware of which properly teaches how to Trap & Squish a soccer ball is the Soccer University DVD’s (bottom of page).     

The ability to control air balls and bouncing balls is a huge advantage.  These techniques are worth investing the time to master. 

Trapping

Laces Medium Distance Trap

SU 4 | 39:24

Inside Foot Medium Distance Trap

SU 4 | 39:24

Outside Foot Medium Distance Trap

SU 4 | 39:24

Squishing

Sole Squish

SU 4 | 57:21

Shin Squish

SU 4 | 58:53

Inside Foot Squish

SU 4 | 57:33

Outside Foot Squish

SU 4 | 58:43

Body Squish

SU 4 | 0:51

Improve Your 1v1 Game TODAY (Links Below)

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Indoor Training Sessions (Link Below)

Full List Of Outdoor Training Sessions

Trapping - 4 | Youth Soccer Drills & Skills

CUSTOM OUTDOOR TRAINING SESSION

YOUTH SOCCER

TRAPPING 4

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1v1 Soccer videos are not designed to teach proper technique.

Instead, take advantage of the resources linked at the end of this post.  These resources are the best of what is out there.  These resources contain professional trainers and skilled players correctly demonstrating (often in slow-motion) the techniques you want to learn.

The purpose of 1v1 Soccer is to show parents how to modify effective soccer instructional resources for home use.  By applying these resources in the myriad of different ways demonstrated on this site, you can help your child win the 1v1 soccer battle.

A primary goal for an advanced soccer player should be developing the ability to take a ball out of the air and bring it down to the ground as quickly as possible.  Soccer is best played on the ground - this is where you have the most control and where you can move the fastest with the ball.

Effectively dealing with a ball in the air has two components.  First, you want to gain control of the ball.  Second, you want to bring it to the ground. 

The process of gaining control of an air ball is called a Trap.   

A Laces Medium Distance Trap involves using your laces to gain control of a ball that is high in the air and coming from a medium distance away.

An Inside Foot Medium Distance Trap involves using your inside foot to gain control of a ball that is high in the air and coming from a medium distance away.

An Outside Foot Close Distance Trap involves using your outside foot to gain control of a ball that is high in the air and coming from a medium distance away.

The technique needed to effectively execute an Inside/Outside Foot, or Laces Trap is difficult to learn. 

Trapping an air ball that is high in the air and coming from a long distance away (medium/long distance trap) is especially difficult. 

The only training resource I am aware of which properly teaches how to Trap a soccer ball is the Soccer University DVD’s (bottom of page).     

The ability to control air balls and bouncing balls is a huge advantage.  These techniques are worth investing the time to master. 

Trapping

Laces Medium Distance Trap

SU 4 | 39:24

Inside Foot Medium Distance Trap

SU 4 | 39:24

Outside Foot Medium Distance Trap

SU 4 | 39:24

Improve Your 1v1 Game TODAY (Links Below)

SU = Soccer University DVD Series

Indoor Training Sessions (Link Below)

Full List Of Outdoor Training Sessions

Trapping – 3 | Kicking/Passing - 3 | Youth Soccer Drills & Skills

CUSTOM INDOOR TRAINING SESSION

YOUTH SOCCER

TRAPPING 3

KICKING/PASSING 3

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1v1 Soccer videos are not designed to teach proper technique.

Instead, take advantage of the resources linked at the end of this post.  These resources are the best of what is out there.  These resources contain professional trainers and skilled players correctly demonstrating (often in slow-motion) the techniques you want to learn.

The purpose of 1v1 Soccer is to show parents how to modify effective soccer instructional resources for home use.  By applying these resources in the myriad of different ways demonstrated on this site, you can help your child win the 1v1 soccer battle.

A primary goal for an advanced soccer player should be developing the ability to take a ball out of the air.  The process of gaining control of an air ball is called a Trap.   

After taking a ball out of the air using any of a variety of body parts, the ball typically takes a bounce in front of you or beside you.  Kicking a ball out of the air (bouncing or otherwise) is a Volley.   

A Volley involves striking through the center of the ball, keeping your shoulders over the ball, and a follow through that stays parallel with the ground.       

A Laces Close Distance Trap + Volley involves using your laces to gain control of a low air ball and then striking the ball out of the air.

An Inside Foot Close Distance Trap + Volley involves using your inside foot to gain control of a low air ball and then striking the ball out of the air.

An Outside Foot Close Distance Trap + Volley involves using your outside foot to gain control of a low air ball and then striking the ball out of the air.

A Thigh Close Distance Trap + Volley involves using your thigh to gain control of a low air ball and then striking the ball out of the air.

A Chest Close Distance Trap + Volley involves using your chest to gain control of a low air ball and then striking the ball out of the air.

The technique needed to effectively execute an Inside/Outside Foot, Laces, or Thigh Trap is difficult to learn.  The technique needed to effectively execute a Chest Trap is completely different than what is taught by most coaches, trainers, and academies. 

The only training resource I am aware of which properly teaches these Traps is the Soccer University DVD’s (bottom of page).     

The ability to effectively control and strike air balls is a huge advantage.  These techniques are worth investing the time to master. 

Trapping

Laces Close Distance Trap

SU 4 | 39:24

Inside Foot Close Distance Trap

SU 4 | 39:24

Outside Foot Close Distance Trap

SU 4 | 39:24

Thigh Close Distance Trap

SU 4 | 39:36

Chest Close Distance Trap

SU 2 | 1:59:32

Kicking/Passing

Laces Volley Kick/Pass

BTB | 1:35:05

Inside Foot Volley Kick/Pass

BTB | 1:35:05

Outside Foot Volley Kick/Pass

BTB | 1:35:05

Angle Volley Kick/Pass

BTB | 1:35:05

Improve Your 1v1 Game TODAY (Links Below)

SU = Soccer University DVD Series

BTB = Blast The Ball DVD (Packaged With Soccer University)

Indoor Training Sessions (Link Below)

Full List Of Indoor Training Sessions

Kicking/Passing – 2 | Youth Soccer Drills & Skills

CUSTOM INDOOR TRAINING SESSION

YOUTH SOCCER

KICKING/PASSING 2

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1v1 Soccer videos are not designed to teach proper technique.

Instead, take advantage of the resources linked at the end of this post.  These resources are the best of what is out there.  These resources contain professional trainers and skilled players correctly demonstrating (often in slow-motion) the techniques you want to learn.

The purpose of 1v1 Soccer is to show parents how to modify effective soccer instructional resources for home use.  By applying these resources in the myriad of different ways demonstrated on this site, you can help your child win the 1v1 soccer battle.

Kicking / Passing

There are many components to a properly kicking a soccer ball.  If any of these components are executed incorrectly the entire kick breaks down.  Some of these components include:

·         Soccer Hop

·         Load

·         Down Swing

·         Placement Of Plant Foot

·         Shape Of Kicking Leg – V Shape

·         Shape Of Striking Foot

·         Ball Contacting Point

·         Eyes On Ball

·         Body Positioning

·         Shoulder Positioning

·         Impact Point

·         Follow Through

There is a soccer training DVD called Blast The Ball which is included with the Soccer University DVD training series.  Blast The Ball covers nearly every element of a correct soccer kick.  I strongly recommend this purchasing and reviewing this DVD to develop and master the various components of properly kicking a soccer ball. 

A Volley involves learning how to effectively kick a ball out of the air.  This kick demands striking through the center of the ball, keeping your shoulders over the ball, and a follow through that stays parallel with the ground.       

A Laces Volley Kick/Pass – Stationary Ball involves learning how to properly kick a bouncing ball that is not moving using the laces and moving directly towards the ball (rather than at an angle).  A stationary ball allows you to focus exclusively on learning proper technique rather than worry about additional elements connected to a moving ball.

The Laces Volley Kick/Pass – Forward Approaching Ball technique involves using the laces to properly kick a bouncing ball moving directly towards you.  This kick demands striking through the center of the ball, keeping your shoulders over the ball, and a follow through that stays parallel with the ground.

An Inside Foot Volley Kick/Pass – Stationary Ball involves learning how to properly kick a bouncing ball that is not moving using the inside foot and moving directly towards the ball (rather than at an angle).  A stationary ball allows you to focus exclusively on learning proper technique rather than worry about additional elements connected to a moving ball.

The Inside Foot Volley Kick/Pass – Forward Approaching Ball technique involves using the inside foot to properly kick a bouncing ball moving directly towards you.  This kick demands striking through the center of the ball, keeping your shoulders over the ball, and a follow through that stays parallel with the ground.

An Outside Foot Volley Kick/Pass – Stationary Ball involves learning how to properly kick a bouncing ball that is not moving using the outside foot and moving directly towards the ball (rather than at an angle).  A stationary ball allows you to focus exclusively on learning proper technique rather than worry about additional elements connected to a moving ball.

The Outside Foot Volley Kick/Pass – Forward Approaching Ball technique involves using the outside foot to properly kick a bouncing ball moving directly towards you.  This kick demands striking through the center of the ball, keeping your shoulders over the ball, and a follow through that stays parallel with the ground.

An Angle Volley Kick/Pass – Stationary Ball involves learning how to properly kick a bouncing ball that is not moving using the bone above the big toe and moving towards the ball at an angle.  A stationary ball allows you to focus exclusively on learning proper technique rather than worry about additional elements connected to a moving ball.

The Angle Volley Kick/Pass – Forward Approaching Ball technique involves rotating the hips and using the bone above the big toe to properly kick a bouncing ball moving towards you.  This kick demands striking through the center of the ball, keeping your shoulders over the ball, and a follow through that stays parallel with the ground.


Kicking/Passing

Laces Volley Kick/Pass – Stationary Ball

BTB | 1:35:05

Laces Volley Kick/Pass – Forward Approaching Ball

BTB | 1:35:05

Inside Foot Volley Kick/Pass – Stationary Ball

BTB | 1:35:05

Inside Foot Volley Kick/Pass – Forward Approaching Ball

BTB | 1:35:05

Outside Foot Volley Kick/Pass – Stationary Ball

BTB | 1:35:05

Outside Foot Volley Kick/Pass – Forward Approaching Ball

BTB | 1:35:05

Angle Volley Kick/Pass – Stationary Ball

BTB | 1:35:05

Angle Volley Kick/Pass – Forward Approaching Ball

BTB | 1:35:05

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Best U12 Youth Soccer Moves | #182-#191 – 1st Touch

TOP SOCCER MOVES – RANKED LISTS

U12 YOUTH SOCCER

MOVES #182-#192 – 1^ST TOUCH

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The best thing a developing soccer player can do is develop dominant ball skills needed to master the 1v1 (one verses one) game.

This means getting thousands of touches on the ball to develop deep comfort and control with all parts of the body and feet.  This also means mastering specific skills to keep the ball away from an opponent, move the ball around an opponent, and take the ball away from an opponent.  As a player grows up, dominant ball skills provide the best foundation for developing dominant passing skills.

Younger players can work through each move and skip those which are too difficult.  Older players can work through each move and spend time mastering those which are weak or missing from their game.

Moves #182 - #191 – 1^st Touch

1^ST TOUCH + Dribbling + Moves + Physicality + Ball Control = BALL DOMINANCE

The higher levels of soccer are all about speed of play.  The ability to move the ball as quickly as possible is what separates the best players from the rest. 

Continuous small touches give you a circle of space within which to make decisions.  This is an efficient way to deal with speed of play.  When you go to advanced levels – ODP, regional coaches – the #1 thing they are looking at is 1^st touch.  Are you touching into pressure or into space? Are you getting your head up or rushing or forcing a pass?  

The 1^st Touch moves below are all about effectively receiving the ball with your back to pressure and efficiently turning to face pressure. 

Rather than receiving and freezing or receiving and turning into pressure, these touches enable you to stay mobile, move the ball into space, and get your head up to survey the field all at the same time. 

These moves are ideal for center midfielders who routinely receive passes with their back to their opponent’s goal.  These moves are also appropriate for forwards who receive passes in the opponent’s goal box with their back to goal.    

  

When layered with dribbling and moves, a strong 1^st Touch will take your ability to dominate the ball and win 1v1 battles to new level.  

182. Indoor Video – Away From Pressure Inside Foot Across Body Side Touch

183. Indoor Video – Away From Pressure Inside Foot Away From Body Side Touch

184. Indoor Video – Away From Pressure Outside Foot Away From Body Side Touch

185. Indoor Video – Back To Pressure Outside Foot Touch & Loop + Moving

186. Indoor Video – Back To Pressure Drag Pull & Turn

187. Indoor Video – Back To Pressure Drag Pull & Turn + Moving

188. Indoor Video – Back To Pressure 45 Degree Behind Standing Leg Touch

189. Indoor Video – Back To Pressure 45 Degree Behind Standing Leg Touch + Moving

190. Indoor Video – Back To Pressure Receive Shield & Move Touch

191. Indoor Video – Back To Pressure Receive Shield & Move Touch + Moving

Follow Links Above For Video Of Each Move

Best U12 Youth Soccer Moves (Link Below)

Full List Of Top U12 Moves

Best U12 Youth Soccer Moves | #179-#181 – Kicking/Passing/Traps

TOP SOCCER MOVES – RANKED LISTS

U12 YOUTH SOCCER

MOVES #179-#181

KICKING / PASSING / TRAPS

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The best thing a developing soccer player can do is develop dominant ball skills needed to master the 1v1 (one verses one) game.

This means getting thousands of touches on the ball to develop deep comfort and control with all parts of the body and feet.  This also means mastering specific skills to keep the ball away from an opponent, move the ball around an opponent, and take the ball away from an opponent.  As a player grows up, dominant ball skills provide the best foundation for developing dominant passing skills.

Younger players can work through each move and skip those which are too difficult.  Older players can work through each move and spend time mastering those which are weak or missing from their game.

Moves #179 - #181 – Kicking / Passing / Traps

A primary goal for an advanced soccer player should be developing the ability to take a ball out of the air.  The process of gaining control of an air ball is called a Trap.   

Kicking a ball out of the air (bouncing or otherwise) is a Volley.   

A Trap combined with a Volley is a huge goal scoring weapon.  Volleys generate significantly more power and velocity than striking a ball off the ground. 

Watch goal scoring highlights from any of the premiere soccer leagues and you will routinely see trap volley’s resulting in goals.      

Chest Trap + Volley = Goal

Thigh Trap + Volley = Goal

As one example, James Rodriguez scored the greatest goal of the 2014 World Cup off a trap + volley.

The trap + volley is a complicated skill, difficult to learn, and demands perfect technique.  In particular, trapping an air ball that is high in the air and coming from a long distance away (medium/long distance trap) is especially difficult.

Despite its complexity, youth players can learn this technique.  This ability is a huge advantage in youth soccer and worth investing the time to learn.

179. Outdoor Video – Laces Medium Distance Trap + Volley

180. Outdoor Video – Inside Foot Medium Distance Trap + Volley

181. Outdoor Video – Outside Foot Medium Distance Trap + Volley

Follow Links Above For Video Of Each Move

Best U12 Youth Soccer Moves (Link Below)

Full List Of Top U12 Moves

Best U12 Youth Soccer Moves | #176-#178 – Traps / Squishes

TOP SOCCER MOVES – RANKED LISTS

U12 YOUTH SOCCER

MOVES #176-#178

TRAPS / SQUISHES

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The best thing a developing soccer player can do is develop dominant ball skills needed to master the 1v1 (one verses one) game.

This means getting thousands of touches on the ball to develop deep comfort and control with all parts of the body and feet.  This also means mastering specific skills to keep the ball away from an opponent, move the ball around an opponent, and take the ball away from an opponent.  As a player grows up, dominant ball skills provide the best foundation for developing dominant passing skills.

Younger players can work through each move and skip those which are too difficult.  Older players can work through each move and spend time mastering those which are weak or missing from their game.

Moves #176 - #178 – Traps / Squishes

A primary goal for an advanced soccer player should be developing the ability to take a ball out of the air and bring it down to the ground as quickly as possible.  Soccer is best played on the ground - this is where you have the most control and where you can move the fastest with the ball.

Effectively dealing with a ball in the air has two components.  First, you want to gain control of the ball.  Second, you want to bring it to the ground. 

The process of gaining control of an air ball is called a Trap.  The process of bring the ball to the ground is called a Squish.   

Trapping a ball out of the air and then squishing it to the ground is a complicated set of skills, difficult to learn, and demands perfect technique.  In particular, trapping an air ball that is high in the air and coming from a long distance away (medium/long distance trap) is especially difficult.  It is one of the most under practiced skills even at the advanced levels into high school and collegiate levels. 

Most youth players don’t deal well with air balls and bouncing balls, but imagine if you knew exactly what to do.  Imagine if while everyone else is running away from an air ball or waiting for it to settle, you are running towards it to trap it, bring it to the ground quickly, and dribble away with it. 

Despite its complexity, youth players can learn to trap an air ball and squish it to the ground.  This  c ability is a huge advantage in youth soccer and worth investing the time to learn. Take your time, repeat it often, and practice this move over and over. 

176. Indoor Video – Laces Medium Distance Trap + Squish

177. Indoor Video – Inside Foot Medium Distance Trap + Squish

178. Indoor Video - Outside Foot Medium Distance Trap + Squish

Follow Links Above For Video Of Each Move

Best U12 Youth Soccer Moves (Link Below)

Full List Of Top U12 Moves

Best U12 Youth Soccer Moves | #173-#175 – Traps

TOP SOCCER MOVES – RANKED LISTS

U12 YOUTH SOCCER

MOVES #173-#175

TRAPS

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The best thing a developing soccer player can do is develop dominant ball skills needed to master the 1v1 (one verses one) game.

This means getting thousands of touches on the ball to develop deep comfort and control with all parts of the body and feet.  This also means mastering specific skills to keep the ball away from an opponent, move the ball around an opponent, and take the ball away from an opponent.  As a player grows up, dominant ball skills provide the best foundation for developing dominant passing skills.

Younger players can work through each move and skip those which are too difficult.  Older players can work through each move and spend time mastering those which are weak or missing from their game.

Moves #173 - #175 – Traps

A primary goal for an advanced soccer player should be developing the ability to take a ball out of the air and bring it down to the ground as quickly as possible.  Soccer is best played on the ground - this is where you have the most control and where you can move the fastest with the ball.

Effectively dealing with a ball in the air has two components.  First, you want to gain control of the ball.  Second, you want to bring it to the ground. 

The process of gaining control of an air ball is called a Trap.   

Trapping a ball out of the air is a complicated skill, one of the hardest to learn, and demands perfect technique.  Trapping an air ball that is high in the air and coming from a long distance away (medium/long distance trap) is especially difficult.  Trapping an air ball is also one of the most under practiced skills even at the advanced levels into high school and collegiate levels. 

Most youth players don’t deal well with air balls.  Typically youth players run away from air balls and let it bounce.  Others will stick a random body part in front of the ball and hope for the best.  Neither of these techniques are very effective. 

But imagine if you knew exactly what to do with air ball.  Imagine if while everyone else is running away from an air ball, you are running towards it to trap it and bring it under control. 

Despite its complexity, youth players can learn to trap an air ball.  The ability is a huge advantage in youth soccer and worth investing the time to learn. Take your time, repeat it often, and practice this move over and over. 

173. Indoor Video – Laces Medium Distance Trap

174. Indoor Video – Inside Foot Medium Distance Trap

175. Indoor Video - Outside Foot Medium Distance Trap

Follow Links Above For Video Of Each Move

Best U12 Youth Soccer Moves (Link Below)

Full List Of Top U12 Moves

Best U12 Youth Soccer Moves | #168-#172 – Kicking/Passing/Traps

TOP SOCCER MOVES – RANKED LISTS

U12 YOUTH SOCCER

MOVES #168-#172

KICKING / PASSING / TRAPS

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The best thing a developing soccer player can do is develop dominant ball skills needed to master the 1v1 (one verses one) game.

This means getting thousands of touches on the ball to develop deep comfort and control with all parts of the body and feet.  This also means mastering specific skills to keep the ball away from an opponent, move the ball around an opponent, and take the ball away from an opponent.  As a player grows up, dominant ball skills provide the best foundation for developing dominant passing skills.

Younger players can work through each move and skip those which are too difficult.  Older players can work through each move and spend time mastering those which are weak or missing from their game.

Moves #168 - #172 – Kicking / Passing / Traps

A primary goal for an advanced soccer player should be developing the ability to take a ball out of the air.  The process of gaining control of an air ball is called a Trap.   

After taking a ball out of the air using any of a variety of body parts, the ball typically takes a bounce in front of you or beside you.  Kicking a ball out of the air (bouncing or otherwise) is a Volley.    

A Trap combined with a Volley is a huge goal scoring weapon.  Volleys generate significantly more power and velocity than striking a ball off the ground. 

Watch goal scoring highlights from any of the premiere soccer leagues and you will routinely see trap volley’s resulting in goals.      

Chest Trap + Volley = Goal

Thigh Trap + Volley = Goal

As one example, the lone goal by Germany to defeat Argentina in the World Cup Final 2014 was a trap + volley scored by Mario Gotz.

The trap + volley is a complicated skill, difficult to learn, and demands perfect technique. 

Despite its complexity, youth players can learn this technique.  This ability is a huge advantage in youth soccer and worth investing the time to learn.

168.  Indoor Video – Laces Close Distance Trap + Volley

169. Indoor Video – Inside Foot Close Distance Trap + Volley

170. Indoor Video – Outside Foot Close Distance Trap + Volley

171. Indoor Video – Thigh Close Distance Trap + Volley

172. Indoor Video – Chest Close Distance Trap + Volley

Follow Links Above For Video Of Each Move

Best U12 Youth Soccer Moves (Link Below)

Full List Of Top U12 Moves

Best U12 Youth Soccer Moves | #160-#167 – Kicking/Passing

TOP SOCCER MOVES – RANKED LISTS

U12 YOUTH SOCCER

MOVES #160-#167

KICKING / PASSING

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The best thing a developing soccer player can do is develop dominant ball skills needed to master the 1v1 (one verses one) game.

This means getting thousands of touches on the ball to develop deep comfort and control with all parts of the body and feet.  This also means mastering specific skills to keep the ball away from an opponent, move the ball around an opponent, and take the ball away from an opponent.  As a player grows up, dominant ball skills provide the best foundation for developing dominant passing skills.

Younger players can work through each move and skip those which are too difficult.  Older players can work through each move and spend time mastering those which are weak or missing from their game.

Moves #160 - #167 – Kicking / Passing

Watch goal scoring highlights from any of the premiere soccer leagues and there is one kick you will see on a regular basis – the volley. 

Chest Trap + Volley = Goal

Thigh Trap + Volley = Goal

Goalkeeper Punch Save + Bouncing Ball + Volley = Goal

The ability to effectively strike a bouncing ball is a huge goal scoring weapon.  Volleys generate significantly more power and velocity than striking a ball off the ground. 

Beyond scoring goals, volleys are useful in many other situations as well. 

If the ball is dangerously bouncing around in front of your own goal – unleash a volley and clear the ball out.  Or use a volley to make a long pass down field to a teammate making a run.

Bottom line – volleys are awesome. 

160. Indoor Video – Laces Volley Kick/Pass – Stationary Ball

161. Indoor Video – Laces Volley Kick/Pass – Forward Approaching Ball

162. Indoor Video – Inside Foot Volley Kick/Pass – Stationary Ball

163. Indoor Video – Inside Foot Volley Kick/Pass – Forward Approaching Ball

164. Indoor Video – Outside Foot Volley Kick/Pass – Stationary Ball

165. Indoor Video – Outside Foot Volley Kick/Pass – Forward Approaching Ball

166. Indoor Video – Angle Volley Kick/Pass – Stationary Ball

167. Indoor Video – Angle Volley Kick/Pass – Forward Approaching Ball

Follow Links Above For Video Of Each Move

Best U12 Youth Soccer Moves (Link Below)

Full List Of Top U12 Moves

Kicking/Passing – 13 | Dribbling – 8 | Youth Soccer Drills & Skills

CUSTOM OUTDOOR TRAINING SESSION

YOUTH SOCCER

KICKING/PASSING 13

DRIBBLING 8

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1v1 Soccer videos are not designed to teach proper technique.

Instead, take advantage of the resources linked at the end of this post.  These resources are the best of what is out there.  These resources contain professional trainers and skilled players correctly demonstrating (often in slow-motion) the techniques you want to learn.

The purpose of 1v1 Soccer is to show parents how to modify effective soccer instructional resources for home use.  By applying these resources in the myriad of different ways demonstrated on this site, you can help your child win the 1v1 soccer battle.

Kicking / Passing

There are many components to a properly kicking a soccer ball.  If any of these components are executed incorrectly the entire kick breaks down.  Some of these components include:

·         Soccer Hop

·         Load

·         Down Swing

·         Placement Of Plant Foot

·         Shape Of Kicking Leg – V Shape

·         Shape Of Striking Foot

·         Ball Contacting Point

·         Eyes On Ball

·         Body Positioning

·         Shoulder Positioning

·         Impact Point

·         Follow Through

There is a soccer training DVD called Blast The Ball which is included with the Soccer University DVD training series.  Blast The Ball covers nearly every element of a correct soccer kick.  I strongly recommend this purchasing and reviewing this DVD to develop and master the various components of properly kicking a soccer ball. 

A Laces (Straight) Kick/Pass involves kicking the ball with the laces.  It also involves moving directly towards the ball rather than approaching from an angle.       

The Laces Ground Kick/Pass involves moving directly towards the ball (rather than at an angle) and using the laces to kick the ball along the ground in a specific direction.  This kick demands striking through the center/top of the ball, keeping your shoulders over the ball, and a follow through that stays parallel with the ground.     

The Laces Ground Kick/Pass – Stationary Ball involves learning how to properly kick a ball that is not moving along the ground using the laces and moving directly towards the ball (rather than at an angle).  A stationary ball allows you to focus exclusively on learning proper technique rather than worry about additional elements connected to a moving ball. 

The Laces Ground Kick/Pass – Forward Approaching Ball technique involves learning how to use the Laces to properly kick a ball that is moving directly towards you and keep it on the ground.  This is a fairly common situation in youth soccer. 

The Laces Low Driving Air Kick/Pass involves moving directly towards the ball (rather than at an angle) and using the Laces to kick a low driving ball in air in a specific direction.  This kick demands striking through the center of the ball, opening up your shoulders a bit, and a normal follow through.

A Laces Low Driving Air Pass/Kick – Stationary Ball involves learning how to properly kick a ball that is not moving in the air with power using the Laces and moving directly towards the ball (rather than at an angle).  A stationary ball allows you to focus exclusively on learning proper technique rather than worry about additional elements connected to a moving ball. 

The Laces Low Driving Air Kick/Pass – Forward Approaching Ball technique involves learning how to use the Laces to properly kick a ball that is moving directly towards you and drive it with power in the air. 


Dribbling
Mastering dribbling is beneficial because it allows you to move the ball into the best location on the field to execute the kicks and passes listed above. 

There are four foundational types of dribbling which must be mastered.  These types of dribbling include Speed Dribbling, Chop Dribbling, Controlled Dribbling, and Fast Dribbling. 


Kicking/Passing

Laces (Straight) Ground Kick/Pass – Stationary Ball

BTB | 1:59:45

Laces (Straight) Ground Kick/Pass – Forward Approaching Ball

BTB | 1:59:45

Laces (Straight) Low Driving Air Kick/Pass – Stationary Ball

BTB | 1:59:45

Laces (Straight) Low Driving Air Kick/Pass – Forward Approaching Ball

BTB | 1:59:45

Dribbling

Speed Dribbling
SU 1 | 1:16:45

Chop Dribbling
SU 1 | 59:50

Controlled Dribbling
SU 1 | 1:08:28

Fast Dribbling

SU 1 | 1:16:45

Improve Your 1v1 Game TODAY (Links Below)

SU = Soccer University DVD Series

BTB = Blast The Ball DVD (Packaged With Soccer University)

Outdoor Training Sessions (Link Below)

Full List Of Outdoor Training Sessions