FUNdamentals

The most important soccer skill is the FIRST-TOUCH, using the INSIDE-OF-THE-FOOT!

• Every play, other than restarts, begins with the FIRST-TOUCH.
• Statistically, the INSIDE-OF-THE-FOOT is the part of the foot that is used most often for the FIRST-TOUCH.
• In addition, the INSIDE-OF-THE-FOOT is ...
• Used most often for passing
• Used most often for scoring
• Study link: http://improvesoccerus.wordpress.com/2010/03/03/2010-soccer-mvp-inside-of-the-foot-popularity-among-professionals/
• A good FIRST-TOUCH will result in a better second-touch.
• Player's with a good FIRST-TOUCH are usually the best players on a team.