Soccer Heading Technique

Soccer Heading Technique

Soccer heading drills will become a more valuable and strategic weapon as the players advance in skill level. Due to the heightened awareness concerning head injuries and concussions, while heading a soccer ball, the US Soccer Organization has restricted the intentional use of the heading for players age 11 and under.

Soccer Heading Techniques

• Players knees should be slightly bent for balance.
• Use the forehead to contact the all (between the eyebrows and the hairline).
• Players should strike the ball, and not let the ball strike them.
• Players should tighten neck, stomach, and back muscles and slightly force the head towards the ball.
• Eyes must remain open even when striking the ball with the head.
• Proper timing is essential.

Soccer Heading Drills Requires

• The US Soccer Orginization recommends that only players 11 and older can head without restrictions.
• 10-year-old or younger player may not head the ball regardless of the age group in which the he or she participates.