One of the best ways to become a better player at any sport is to practice what you know and to never stop learning. There is always room to learn new skills and to perfect them. Here are some helpful hints and new tricks for you to apply to your soccer game. Always be ready to receive the ball. You should be focused on the ball at all times and try predicting whom the player will pass it to.
Predicting what a player does will become easier as you get used to playing with the same team. Ask for the ball if you are in the best position. Remember that you have a role on the team, whether you are a natural play maker or not. Some people simply make things happen on the field. If you do not have that talent, you can act as a support to those that have different skills than you do. Figure out what your role is and play to your strengths. It is against the rules to use any part of your hands or arms, from shoulder to fingertips, to control a soccer ball that is in play. You can use your feet, knees, thighs, stomach, chest and head. Be careful though. A head shot can hurt and you cannot control the ball well with your knees. To perform at the highest level on the field you need to be properly hydrated. Begin to increase your intake of fluids 24 hours before your match. You can’t consume enough water during the match to replace all the fluids you lose while playing, so you need to get a head start. Try using the element of surprise on your opponents. Try not to make your moves so obvious. For example, try putting the ball near the back of the previous defending line while your teammate runs to receive your assistance.
Then, try changing your running rhythm, starting quick until your opponent comes at you, then stopping. They’ll stop too, which gives you time to increase your pace again, so that they’re left anchored. It is important to practice if you want to be really good at soccer. This does not just mean practicing with the team, but on your own at home as well. Kicking the soccer ball around your yard can really help to improve your game on the field during games. When kicking a long kick to a teammate, approach the ball at a 35 degree angle. This allows you to fully use your kicking leg at full force. Use your arms to help you keep your balance while placing your non kicking foot directly beside the ball. Keep the ball close to the ground for best results. One way to improve your soccer skills is to attend a soccer camp. At this camp, you will learn basic passing techniques as well as more advanced techniques such as driving the ball down field using fast juggling techniques combined with sideways dribbling techniques.
Additionally, you will learn how to improve your shooting. Because soccer involves a lot of running, you should ensure you incorporate plenty of cardiovascular exercise. You must be in great shape so that you can outlast your opponents. You should also ensure you workout your legs thoroughly so that you can sprint faster and kick the ball harder.
Use compound exercises, such as squats, lunges, and presses, in order to work multiple leg muscles. Locate a professional player whose skills you admire and watch to see how they handle specific situations. When you imitate his techniques and strategies, you are going to get better at soccer. If a given player has signature techniques, try to adopt them. It is very important for you to stay well hydrated before and after you play a game. While most coaches provide water for the team, you should always bring some along. You don’t want to take a chance on not getting any water and your body starts to become totally dehydrated. Know how to choose a proper soccer ball. There is more to a soccer ball than meets the eye. For example, how the soccer ball is created plays a key role in how well the ball will move down the field or through the air. By learning about the different types of soccer balls, you can choose the one that is right for your field and team. Speak with the parents and inform them that they should bring a soccer ball with them to practice. This ensures that each team member has a soccer ball for practice.
Make sure there’s extra soccer balls at practice, just in case someone does not bring a ball. If you notice that players are forgetting their soccer balls, have them run extra pass plays. One of the first things you should learn when playing soccer is how to juggle the ball. Begin by kicking the ball vertically in the air. As the ball begins to fall, strike the ball using the top of your thigh to knock it back vertically into the air. Finally, hit the ball with the top of your head and then repeat. This sequence help you learn how to hit the ball no matter what angle the ball is coming to you at. Now that you have learned a few new tricks, take the time to practice them until they come naturally to you. Share your new found skills with friends and teammates. then hit the field and try them out during a friendly practice game. With a little practice, you will soon be a player to contend with,
