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Heading Technique (Gentle Serve)

Learn the contact safely. Meet the softly served ball on the flat of the forehead with a firm neck and eyes open, before height and pace are added.

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Duration
6 min
Total drill time
Players
2
Recommended
Pitch
16 × 20 m
Setup space
Level
Beginner
Skill required
Intensity
Low
Physical demand
Age band
U11-U12
Any format

Setup & instructions

The server softly serves the ball from close at a low height. The player learns the forehead contact and a firm neck, heading it gently back. Keep the load minimal and age-appropriate. Eyes open, mouth shut. Rotate roles.

Setup time: 1 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

  • Meet it on the flat of the forehead
  • Firm neck, do not let it hit you
  • Eyes open, mouth shut
  • Small, controlled contact
  • Build confidence before load

Common mistakes

  • Closing the eyes
  • Loose neck
  • Top of the head, not the forehead
  • Waiting for the ball

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

  • The standing header (the base drill)
  • A jumping header
  • Raise the serve a little

Regressions

  • Head a held ball out of the hands
  • Head from a kneeling position
  • Fewer reps, softer ball
Equipment
Cones×2
Audience
U11-U12

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