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Heading and Scoring Drill

Improve heading accuracy and teamwork under aerial conditions.

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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
  • Cones for marking the playing area
  • Small gates/goals, one at each end
  • Balls
Setup
  1. Area: 33x33 yard area marked with cones
  2. Goals: One small gate/goal centred on each end line
  3. Team Red: 1 red outfield player starts on the sideline with a ball, ready to throw to a teammate
  4. Team Blue: 1 blue outfield player starts on the sideline with a ball, ready to throw to a teammate
  5. Equipment: 4 cones marking the corners of the 33x33 yard area, one small gate at each end line, balls stacked at the sideline for use
Instructions
  1. Players throw the ball to a teammate, who heads it and attempts to score by directing it through the opposing gate.
  2. One player per team starts with the ball from the sideline.
  3. The thrower stands still and throws the ball to a teammate.
  4. The receiving player attempts to head the ball through the opponent's gate.
  5. If the ball is not headed through the goal, retrieve and repeat the sequence.
  6. Alternate roles between players to practice both throwing and heading.
Coaching Points
  • Keep eyes on the ball from throw to header.
  • Use controlled and precise heading technique.
  • Time jumps or movements correctly for effective headers.
  • Ensure stable footing during throws.
  • Direct headers accurately towards the gate.
  • Encourage communication between thrower and header.
  • Reinforce safe catching techniques post-header.
  • Maintain intensity and quick decisions throughout.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Reduce the size of the gates to increase difficulty.
2. Increase the distance between the thrower and header.
3. Limit the number of steps before heading.
Make it easier:
1. Allow players to take a few steps while throwing.
2. Enlarge the gates for easier scoring.
3. Decrease the distance between thrower and header.
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