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| johny |
09:14:37 Friday 31 December 2004 |
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how can i make a impact next year so i can be on the varsity team. there are players bigger and faster than me i am a forward and we have 7 forward how can i stand out. Also how can i get rid of me fear of heading the ball. One mor thing i am 14 and what can i do in the off season to get faster,smarter with the ball and more endurance. Last thng i dont have a big yard how can i pratice my skills without juggling.
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Thanks for your support Johny, it's greatly appreciated. At your age, the game is dominated by players who are more developed, physically. Don't worry. By the time you finish puberty, it will all come down to technical skill and intelligence.
An important thing to pick up now, which will probably deterimine whether you make varsity next year is an ability to maintain possession. This means that you don't lose or cough up the ball when it is in your control. I highly suggest working on trapping and passing against the wall. Just stand in front of a wall so that you can knock and trap the ball off it for an hour or two. This will make you comfortable with handling and distributing the ball. Your backyard is good for fooling around, but if you're serious, you should head out to your nearest park, handball court or recreational center. Find an open space next to a nice even wall.
Instead of juggling, you may also work on kicking the ball up (or flicking it over your head) and then settling it as it falls down. The better your first touch becomes, the quicker you'll be able to turn, stop, settle, shoot, pass, etc. By developing your first touch, you'll be able to operate much faster on the field (without having to compete with the stronger, more mature teammates).
Overall, you should strive to stay physically fit in terms of aerobic endurance.
If you want to become smarter, read soccer books, watch tapes and study from great players like Ronaldo, Zidane and Maradona. by Expert 03:43:51 Monday 28 January 2008 |
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