The Art of Sprinting with the Ball: Techniques and Tips

TLDRLearn how to sprint with the ball by using the soft parts of your foot, maintaining control, and mastering direction changes.

Key insights

🏃‍♂️Delicate and intentional first touch is crucial to set the tone for sprinting with the ball.

⚡️Acceleration is powered by the standing leg and requires coordination between the brain and legs.

🏃‍♀️Maintaining speed involves using the outside of the dribbling foot to keep the ball moving forward.

🔄Changing directions and stopping require contacting the ball in different spots and maintaining balance.

🏆Practice drills to enhance sprinting with the ball and improve overall dribbling skills.

Q&A

What is the most important aspect of sprinting with the ball?

The first touch sets the tone for sprinting with the ball, so it needs to be delicate and intentional.

How do I maintain control while sprinting with the ball?

Use the soft parts of your foot, such as the instep or the soft outside strip, to keep the ball in your area of control.

What should I focus on when changing directions while sprinting with the ball?

Contact the ball on the sides to keep it from getting away, and shift your body weight over the ball to maintain balance.

Can you recommend any drills to improve sprinting with the ball?

Check out the accompanying video for a variety of drills to enhance your sprinting and dribbling skills.

Is sprinting with the ball difficult to learn?

While it may require some practice to master the techniques, sprinting with the ball is achievable with dedication and repetition.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to the challenges of sprinting with the ball.

01:40The importance of a delicate and intentional first touch to set the tone for sprinting.

02:45Using the soft parts of the foot and knee drive to accelerate while sprinting.

03:55Maintaining speed by using the outside of the dribbling foot to push through the ball.

04:42Techniques for changing directions and stopping while sprinting with the ball.

06:04Recommendation to watch the accompanying video for drills to enhance sprinting with the ball.