Why Is Using Both Feet Important
Every situation in a game is unique. Consider being passed the ball by a teammate.
- The angle of the ball.
- The weght of the pass.
- The field type - grass versus turf?
- The condition of the field - is it dry or raining?
- The position on the field - in your half or the opponents half?
- Your teammates - how many options do you have? Are they close or far away?
- The position of the opponent?
- The opponent type - are they aggressive or meek, fast or slow?
- The time of the game - is it the first minute of the game versus last minute?
- The game type - cup final versus league game?
A professional player considers all these variables and more and makes a
decision and takes action in a split second. It becomes automatic and instinctual. Consider
how limited you would be if you could only use one foot?
Example One - Using one foot
Imagine I play in the middle of the defense and the ball is passed to me hard
from the right. I see that I have an option to my left and recognize that a fast opponent
is closing me down in front. I'm not confident with my left foot under pressure so
I try and stop it with the outside of my right. I need to set the ball up, so I can
pass it to my left still but the defender is aggressive and has closed me down. My option
has gone.
Example Two - Using both Feet
Imagine I play in the middle of the defense and the ball is passed to me hard
from the right. I see that I have an option to my left and recognize that a fast opponent
is closing me down in front. I can let the ball cross my body, control with my left
and pass with my right. I used both feet
7 Minute Soccer Skills
Our platform is designed to use both feet.
Following along and progressing through the levels builds up competence and confidence on the ball.