How Do You Do A Throw In Soccer?
Throw-ins are somewhat crucial moments in a soccer game: they present an opportunity to maintain possession of the ball, capitalize on a turnover or – unfortunately – lose possession of the ball yourself. As such, the throw-in is one of the most fundamental skills in soccer. It is also one of the most nerve-wracking tasks in the game. For one thing, everything stops, and all attention is on the person throwing the ball in. Add to this the fact that many players ignore the development of throw-in skills, and you’ve got a recipe for disaster. Don’t fret, though. Follow these steps, and with a little practice, you’ll be able to take advantage of throw-ins like the pros. • Pick up the ball. Unless you’re the goalie, you don’t get to use your hands much in soccer, so enjoy it while you can. Grip the ball with both hands and bring it behind your head. Your hands should be “behind” your head so the ball that your palms will push the ball forward when you throw it in. Make sure you’ve got a fi
• Pick up the ball. Unless you’re the goalie, you don’t get to use your hands much in soccer, so enjoy it while you can. Grip the ball with both hands and bring it behind your head. Your hands should be “behind” your head so the ball that your palms will push the ball forward when you throw it in. Make sure you’ve got a firm, but comfortable, hold on it. • Position your feet facing the field. Stand a few feet behind the sideline so that you can run up to the line without crossing it. Some players like to keep their feet together, while others like one foot in front of the other. Do whatever feels most comfortable to you. • Scan the field. Deciding where to deliver the ball is the most important step. You may have set plays for this or you may just need to find an open player. Once you’ve made your decision, you’ll need to execute quickly so that your opponent can’t detect where you’re going to throw. • Run up to the sideline to throw the ball. Get a short running start–just 2-4 steps-
