Trapping:  Trapping is how a player stops a moving soccer ball, so that he can gain control of it. Trapping can be done with the feet, thigh, chest, or head.

• Follow these steps for successful trapping.

1. The player should get in front of the ball.

2. The player’s eyes should be kept on the ball.

3. The player should move the part of the body that is doing the trapping in the same direction that the ball is moving. This will ‘cushion’ the ball, helping it to stop close to the body.

4. The player should use the inside of his foot if possible.

5. Practice using both feet.

6. Remember to relax and cushion the ball.

7. For a thigh trap:

    A. The player should lift his thigh up parallel to the ground.

    B. When the ball hits his leg, he should lower his thigh towards the ground.

8. For a chest trap:

    A. The player should bend backwards at the waist to cushion the ball, so that it drops down toward his feet. . Click here for   U8 GAMES

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