Progressive practice for the “W” technique:
1.Start by having your hands in the W, then get the ball thrown softly to your chest so you can get used to the technique. x10.
2.Start in the same position as step one but now get the ball kicked to you at chest height so you have practiced handling with a harder shot. x10.
3.Start in the same position as steps 1 and 2 but this time the ball will be kicked to the side of you at chest height. This means you will have to be on your toes, ready to move toward the ball. x10. Repeat on other side.
4.This time start with your hands by your side. The ball will be thrown up and you have to jump up and catch the ball using the W technique. x10.
5.This time start in the goalkeeper’s ready position (slightly crouched with hands ready in front of the chest). The ball will be kicked to the corners of the goal alternatively. You will still use the W technique but you will be diving whilst doing it. x10.
Progressive practice for the “scoop” technique:
Start on your knees with the back of your hands fully touching the ground and your forearms parallel with each other. Get your teammate to roll the ball straight into your arms then bring the ball into your chest. x 10
This time start on your knees with your hands by your side and get your teammate to kick the ball along the floor towards your body, you will then get your arms and hands in position and scoop the ball into your chest. x 10
Start stood up. Get your teammate to pass the ball along the floor. You will have to get down into the right position ready to bring the ball into your chest x 10
This time start with your back facing away from the ball. Get your teammate to kick the ball a bit harder along the floor, they will also have to tell you as soon as they have kicked it so you can turn around and prepare to gather the ball. x 10
Strengths and weaknesses in my tactics, fitness and skills
In the game of football there are a number of skills and tactics involved in a number of positions.
The level of fitness of players in football is vital. If a player does not have a good level of fitness they will not be able to maintain a high quality performance throughout the game. Where as a player with high fitness levels will maintain a higher standard of performance, these are the players that go on to play for higher league clubs.
Different players in football have different types of skills and different quality of skill. This could be because of the position that they play in, their levels of fitness or their abilities. Also different positions in football require different skills, strikers require; pace, good ball control, good shooting ability and passing ability. Goalkeepers require; good handling, strength, agility, fast reaction time and a good the ability to read the game.
Tactics are very important in football. They can help a team determine who plays where and who does what. Also they help the players during the game. If a player can read the game well they can tell players to play in certain positions, tell players who to mark and also where they should be on the pitch. This is usually the job of the captain or the goalkeeper; this is because the goalkeeper can see the whole pitch.
As i play in goal there are a number of strengths and weaknesses involved in certain skill areas. These are a few of my strengths and weaknesses;
Strengths:
One of my strengths is shot stopping. I think I am good at this as I am agile and have quick reactions. This helps me in my sport as I have to stop the ball the ball going in the goal. I have to save a shot then get up and save another one, this is where having good reactions helps. Being agile means that I can get down to the ball quicker or get out to the ball quicker.
Another one of my strengths is handling. I think this because I use the correct techniques and feel I execute them correctly. Handling is essential playing in goal because you are expected to keep hold of the ball. If a goalkeeper kept fumbling the ball his team would concede a lot more goals.
One of my tactic strengths is being able to read the game. I can tell where a player is meant to be, who to mark, player positions, what type of ball to play etc. This help as a goalkeeper as they can see the whole pitch and the players rely on the keeper to tell them what they are doing wrong, where they are meant to be etc.
Weaknesses:
One of my weaknesses is kicking. I think this because they aren’t reliable and don’t always go where I want them, in length or position. I have a medical reason that may have caused this weakness. Having good kicking as a goalkeeper is important as they have to pass the ball to players further up the pitch and they restart the game from goal kicks etc.
Another one of my weaknesses is my fitness. I don’t have a very high level of fitness as I don’t maintain a healthy diet. Having a high level of fitness is not as important for keepers as outfield players but it is still important as they need to maintain a high quality performance throughout the whole game.
Another one of my weaknesses is; commanding the box. I think this is because I am not as well physically built than the other players so I don’t feel I can be strong in coming out to claim the ball. Commanding the area is an important skill as the players feel they can rely on the keeper to come and claim the ball to prevent the opposition scoring a goal.
