Rabona (ie- tricky kick): to cross your dominant foot behind your non-dominant foot and kick the ball.
Here's a great example to set up a goal. Watch close as this right-footed player figures out how to cross with his right foot while dribbling down the left.
Here are some more examples (around 3:30). And check out Maradona leading the way with the most stylish Rabona.
Definitely something to practice in your next backyard session.
Skill of The Week: Rebona
Caravan Down To Visalia, CA
We still need to get one or two more drivers to go down to Visalia. By my current count we have 3 drivers. All we need is one more van/suv or a couple cars.
Please let Mitch or I know if you plan to drive down and see if we can organize a ride-share.
Celebrate The Goal
A goal is something special. Something to celebrate. Here is a list of 10 Memorable Goal Celebrations from the past & a video to give you some ideas.
I'd like to purpose that every Man Utd goal from here forward gets a proper celebration (even if that celebration is simple, like everyone on the field gives the scorer a hug and a high-five).
Have Your Say!
Put your favorite Goal Celebration in the comments thread.
HowTo: Midfield Support The Front Line
Here is a great analysis of how midfield players support the forward line.
This is a great example for players to learn from. Watch closely and see how they look for each other as there first option.
This is very close to how our #8 & #10 support our #9 (the center forward). But it is a good lesson for all our players to learn.
Showoff
Here is a good little video of some flicks & tricks from last weeks soccer action.
This should give you some new ideas about how deception and disguise play a part in successful attacking movements. Maybe you could even practice some of these at home & try them in practice.
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