How to Kick a Grubber

Description

Ask participants to hold the ball like a 'rocket ship that is flying through space'. Participants take a step forward with their non-dominant foot. As they take the step, encourage participants to drop the ball so the 'nose of the rocket ship is pointing towards the ground'. As the ball drops, participants kick through the ball ensuring that their toes are pointing towards their target.

Equipment

1 x ball per participant

Coaching Outcome

Participants develop an understanding of how to perform a ‘grubber kick’.

Change It

Set targets at various distances to encourage participants to practice and understand how far to kick the ball.

Check for Understanding

How do we hold the ball when kicking a ‘grubber kick’?
Where should we be looking when kicking the ball?
Where should our toes point when kicking the ball?