Types of Soccer Shots

If you watch professionals, you see that they don't just use one type of shot.  You will often see them bend the ball into the net, or chip the ball over the keeper.  If you look closer, you will see that the way pros strike the ball varies greatly.

Why do they use different types of soccer shots?

Different types of shots are used for different situations.  If you are one-on-one with the keeper, you wouldn't slam the ball into the upper ninety.  No, you would probably place the ball with the inside of your foot into the back of the net.

That's why it's so important to master many different types of shots along with improving your own standard shot (the one you use the most).

5 Types of Soccer Shots

Learn the 5 different types of soccer shots.  Master them, and take your shooting game to the next level.

Standard Shot

The standard shot is the one that you use the most.  Your standard shot can actually be another type of shot, but for most people it is coming at the ball from the side, and striking it with your laces.

Some people (like me) have a unique standard shot.  That is, it is a combination of a standard shot and straight shot.

It is important to constantly tweak this shot (make changes that improve it) to get the most out of it.

Straight Shot

The straight shot is great because:

• It is easier to keep low
• You don't need to strike the ball at an angle.

Think of the advantages of the second point.  In tight situations where you before would have to beat defender to get space to shoot, you can now fire off a shot.

This, along with the fact that straight shots are often low to the ground, makes for a vital shot to learn.

Inside Shot

When you kick the ball with the inside of your foot (like you would perform a pass), you are using an inside shot.  

This shot is great because of one thing:  accuracy.  You will find that many professionals use this shot on breakaways and other shots that are close to the goal.

Outside Shot

This shot is probably used the least often, but for players who are good at it, it can produce great results.  To perform this shot, slice the ball with the outside of your foot.

The benefit of this shot is that the ball can bend really well if you hit it right.

Toe Shot

Many players start out by kicking the ball with their toe.  They quickly are taught otherwise though, and this shot isn't really thought about.

I don't recommend using it as a standard shot, but when the ball is out of reach, and you need to fire off a quick shot, the toe shot is actually a great option.

Bending Shot

You need to use either the outside or inside of your foot to bend the ball.  So really it isn't its own unique shot, just a variation of other types of shots.

The benefit of bending the ball is you can shoot around defenders, and can confuse the goalie.  

Training Different Shots

Since you now know how to perform different types of shots, and know the power of them, I'm sure you are eager to get out on the pitch to apply what you learned. 

I recommend going the 80-20 approach.  Train your standard shot 80 percent of the time (or 8 out of 10 shots) and other shots 20 percent of the time (2 out of ten shots).

Soccer Forward (Striker) Tips

The forward (or striker) scores most of the goals. This player can be absolutely vital to the team because he receives the most chances close to the goal.

The forward usually plays defense only when the ball is in the opposite team’s defense half. He is the only player that can ball-watch while the ball is in his team’s defensive half. He should always be prepared to make a run though.

Aspects of Top Forwards

These traits make up a good forward. If you have them, consider becoming a forward. If you don’t have some of these traits, and you are a forward, work on them.

Speed

To be a successful forward, you need blazing fast speed. You will often receive balls over the heads of defenders that you must run on. You also will be making runs, beating players, and attempting to block passes. All of these things require speed.

Note that there are some forwards that aren't very fast. Most of the time these forwards play a supporting role to a fast forward. Still, the faster you are the better.

Shooting Ability

Shooting ability is what makes forwards like David Villa and Fernando Torres great. To be a forward, you need to master every shot. You should be able to shoot a bomb from far distance, straight kick when you don’t have space for an angle shot, and place the ball passed the goalkeeper. You should also focus on faking shots or shooting with defenders near you.

Dribbling Ability

You will have to beat players to get a shot off and dribble at speed to set off a break-away. You need to be comfortable dribbling with speed and beating players one versus one.

Ball Control

As a forward, you will receive balls in the air, balls on the ground, and through balls. You need to know how to effectively receive all of them.

Volleying Ability

As a forward, you will receive many crosses.  It is very important that you can volley the ball into the net.

Heading Ability

Again, you will receive crosses. You need to be able to use your body and win a header. You should know how to head the ball downward so it is harder to save and doesn't go over the goal.

[IMPORTANT] Soccer Forward Training Tips

Shoot

A forward’s primary job is to score. To score, you must shoot. This means shoot at every opportunity. Shoot from far away, shoot whenever you are in or near the box. If there isn’t a shot available make one.

Check and Shield

It’s bad practice for your team to always kick the ball over the defense. Sometimes, you want to check your shoulder for incoming defenders before receiving the ball. Once you receive it shield, and look to pass to someone on the wing.

5 Tips To Juggle Like A Pro - Pro Soccer Skills

If professional soccer players have anything in common, it is this: Most of them can juggle for a long, long time.

Juggling is considered by many to be the ultimate skill for soccer players, because it emphasizes technical skills and does a great job of getting your feet comfortable with the ball. While most first-time jugglers might only be able to keep the ball in the air for two or three touches, practice can lead to quick results. The best soccer players can juggle as long as they want.

Dylan Tooby has experience coaching both college and youth soccer teams. He has always emphasized juggling to his players.

"If you can control the ball in the air," Dylan said, "you can control the ball on the ground, which is where the ball is normally."

Dylan has several points of emphasis for those new to juggling:

• Keep your toe down and ankle locked, and try to hit the ball with the laces of your shoe.                               
• Start with the ball in your hand, drop it to your dominant foot and hit it back into your hands. Then you can try to hit it twice with your dominant foot. Keep progressing.                                                                        
• Once you're comfortable just using your dominant foot, try alternating feet.                                                     
• Set goals for yourself. Try to get five touches without using your hands by the end of the week. Once you reach that, go for 10 the next week.                                                                                                              
• Practice! Hard work gets results.

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Score More Goals This Season

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You have to work hard in order to get in the box quick enough. You have to know all the open spaces and always check your shoulder. If you want to become a better forward you have to be in top mental,technical and tactical shape. The technical part is learnt by practice. The tactical is done by watching the pros. The mental is the most important but neglected sides of soccer. In my next blog i'll show you how to have a champs mentality. Keep Training Hard!!!

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Want to take your Soccer Team to victory?

Its Joel here and today I want to talk about working as a team. You should never try taking the ball to the goal when you’re in a bad position. Search for a teammate who’s ready to help you if you’re in an area where you’re crowded. Pass the ball to them rather than trying to make the goal.A good soccer player will pass it back to you when they need assistance.
To improve endurance, do long distance runs while it is your off season. A lot of soccer players run up to 8 miles during each game.
If you are at center-field, keep an eye on what transpires on each end of the field. Be ready to be passed the ball from either side and immediately get it transferred to the opposite side right away. Always be aware of the open players and defense.
Don’t ever give up, run with vigor, keep on the move and inspire those around you.
Learn how to use different parts of your foot as you learn to play soccer. This will allow you to stay in control of the ball no matter where the defenders are.

Team Goals

While it’s essential to make goals for yourself, you should also keep the team goals in mind. Soccer needs an entire team of effective players, so team goals must be more important than your own.
Don’t be overly confident as you play.You might be very talented, but something unexpected can always happen. When you play like you are untouchable, distractions or the unexpected can drive your game off course.
Play soccer indoors every once in inclement weather.Indoor soccer fields are smaller field in an indoor arena. This causes you develop your skills in the off-season. This will translate to better your outdoor performance when you play outdoors again.

Professional Player

Observe a soccer professional player who plays in your position. You can improve your game by imitating the professional player’s techniques and strategies. If you notice the player has their own special moves, try to adopt them.
Learn things from your errors. Pay attention to players dribble and try to imitate their technique.
If you are trying out to join a soccer team, show off what you know well instead of moves you are not comfortable with.
This is sometimes the best card you have in the game. When you find an open spot, communicate it to your teammate that has the ball. Learn the soccer terms that tell your teammates learn what needs to be done.
You need to triangulate if you wish to get through those tight defenses. Always be willing to help a teammate who are in the same thing.
There are many highs and lows that come quickly in the game of emotions involved when playing soccer.By learning to get rid of negativity and embrace the positive, you can increase the confidence of the whole team. Confidence is often make the difference between victory and defeat.
A good player always stays in great shape. This is done by combining exercise and a good diet. You should concentrate on building strength and cardiovascular health as well as your strength.

You can learn a lot by learning from past mistakes. One way to learn from mistakes is by having a game you play. You can review the game and pinpoint the areas in which you can improve. You may learn that you do not approach the ball as you should.
Sprinting properly is very important in the game of soccer.Only practice your sprints after warming up correctly. Start your routine by running as hard as possible for half a 30 second spot. Then come to a rest for the same amount of time.Repeat this pattern for 15 minutes per day for best results.
The key to soccer is to become a better player out on the field. Because soccer requires teamwork, you must be able to contribute. When you realize that it’s not just you you need to play well for, use the information this article so you can help the team win!

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Top 5 Moves to Beat a Defender

Hey its Joel again. Do you want to be able to beat defenders with ease this season? Do you want to have the best 1 v 1 skills in your team? Well I have some good news now you can. I made this video to help you guys have the most effective skills.

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Now I know what your saying," I got better skills than him or I can make a better video". Well I will start making better videos. Anyways these moves are proven to beat any defender, from your rec league opponent to Sergio Ramos or Puyol .

If you want to be better at football/soccer you have to put in the work. Are you truly working every day to improve you skills? Are you really not making excuses to train  at least an hour a day?
And to finish think about this," What are you going to do today to make you a better player tomorrow" - Joel Morales



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Want to get better at football/soccer and have pro skills?

Hey guys, I'm Joel the maker of Pro Soccer Skills blog. I just want to make this first post about some of the things this blog is going to be about. This blog is for all of us players who want to take their game to the next level and who might be struggling with some area of their game such as shooting,passing and receiving,dribbling,speed,strength, nutrition. And to all those player who think their good enough let me just make one thing clear if you want to get any where in football/soccer you have to always be improving by going faster,harder,longer, each day. Now to finish, all of you players out there leave a comment on what you want me to give tips on or tell me if you want drills to improve any area of your game. Good luck and keep improving.
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                          Joel Morales
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3 Tips To Play Better This Season

    Hey guys its Joel. Today i want to share 3 football/soccer tips to improve your game. What ever your goal is in this game, you will succeed with these tips.
 
                                                               Tip #1- No Excuses
I honestly used to always say" I will train tomorrow." When i finally learned to stop making excuses, I saw my football results sky rocket because I learned to live in the present. So if you want to become better player STOP MAKING EXCUSES!!! You don't need fancy equipment all you need is a ball.

                                                               Tip #2-Play Quicker
Every time you go practice you have to play quicker. You have to act like if you were in a real game situation. This means when your practicing shooting, Can you do it quicker?  When your passing and receiving against a wall, Can you do it quicker?  When your dribbling, Can you do it quicker. Playing quickly will help you be prepared for real life defenders sprinting at you.

                                                                Tip #3-Mentality
How many times have you beaten yourself up for a bad shot or move? How many times have you said to yourself "You better not mess up!!" You most likely did mess up because you were not being positive. I know I have done this in the past. It all comes down to mentality. For example Messi. This guy is the best because he always talks to himself positively and learns from his mistakes. If you want to get anywhere in this game it comes down to mentality. If you talk to yourself positively and learn from your mistakes I promise you that you will become a better player. 

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