Youth Instep Drive Leg Swing Without Ball

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Players may be reluctant to shoot from outside the area because of a lack of confidence in their technique to do so. As in tennis and golf – with a racquet or club – it is best to learn how to swing the leg first before kicking the ball, after foot control and discovery of the sweet spot are achieved. The player shown is 8-years old. It is critical to master the leg swing. All club youth academies should emphasize the leg swing in their technical instruction.