Aggressiveness in Soccer
Most people believe that soccer is purely a finess game. And while it is a game of skill, grace and speed it is also a game with physical contacts within certain boundaries.
How often have we seen a player hesitate only to lose the ball to an opponent or even get hit by the opponent's shot? Aggressiveness to the ball and strength once in possession of the ball are key skills in soccer. Teaching our players how to be physical without breaking the rules or being too rough is one of the more difficult challenges for a coach.
Click on each of the following links for a description of the specific drills designed to help your player's understand legal vs excessive aggressiveness. On each sheet you will see a description of the drill, diagram of the drill, minimum age to start using the drill, minimum number of players necessary to effectively use the drill, minimum amount of time to allow for the drill, and coaching tips:
If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact Larry Conklin at b-lconklin@msn.com.
