The break down of a kick is:
- run up to the ball at a slight angle (never straight at it)
- place the planting foot next to the ball, pointing in the direction of the target
- backswing the shooting leg
- because you approached at an angle, you can now bring the leg down and rotate into the ball generating momentum.
- to get distance, strike the ball at it's lowest point without kicking the grass, keeping the ankle locked.
- follow through with the kicking leg
The practical answer to developing a stronger kick is repetition. Kick the ball hundreds of times a week. It will build strength and teach you what works for your body to get the ball to where you want it to go.
You reached a good skill level when the brain picks a target and the body automatically executes.
Practice Ideas:
- Line up at the top of the 18 yd box and shoot over top of the cross bar.
- Buy a rubber or plastic ball and keep kicking at home, in the park, wherever you have a chance.
No easy out, just lots of hard work. The pros didn't get there practicing one hour a week either
Check out these great practice books.
Kids Book
Youth Book
Competitive Book
Indoor Book
Systems & Tactics
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