Activity

Shoot the Target

Class: Class 3
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Shooting

Class: Class 4
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Shooting

Class: Class 5
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Shooting

Class: Class 6
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Shooting

Class: Class 7
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Shooting

Class: Class 8
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Shooting

Class: Class 9
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Shooting

Class: Class 10
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Shooting

Class: Class 11
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Shooting

Class: Class 12
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Shooting

Shoot the Target

Learning Outcomes

Improve shot accuracy and control
Develop focus and aim under pressure
Encourage fun competition

Description Of Activity

As you run up to kick the ball, plant your non-kicking foot next to the ball (and bend your kicking legs knee back before you kick)
Swing and kick with the laces part of your foot through the middle of the ball
Follow through with your leg towards the target
*Note if you are leaning back when striking, the ball will go more in the air if you are leaning forwards, the ball will go more along the ground

Equipment/Material Required

Football