SOCCER

Essential Questions Why is dribbling important in soccer? What is the relationship between passing and trapping in soccer? How can you increase accuracy when shooting a soccer ball?

WHAT IS SOCCER? A game played on a rectangular field with net goals at either end and two teams of 11 players. Each team tries to put the soccer ball into the other's goal by kicking or using any part of the body except the arms and hands. The goalie is the only player who may touch or move the ball with the arms or hands.

HISTORY Modern soccer started in 1863. The roots of the game stretch back centuries More than 240 million people around the world play soccer today The game has evolved from the sport of kicking different objects around an area, into the World Cup sport it is today Soccer started more than 2000 years ago in China. England transitioned soccer to what the British call, “Football,” today.

HISTORY As the sport developed, more rules were implemented. By 1863, the first basic rules were established Tripping opponents was forbidden and using the hands and arms would soon follow The penalty kick was introduced in 1891 Red and yellow cards were introduced to ensure players obeyed rules, played safe and followed good sportsmanship. A red card results in ejection from game, a yellow card results in a verbal warning

SOCCER EQUIPMENT Soccer Goal Teammates Soccer Ball Pinnies Soccer Field

HOW TO PLAY There are 11 players including the goalie Play begins with a kickoff by a player. That player is not allowed to touch the ball again until it is touched by another player Players then move the ball down the field by dribbling, passing and kicking Points are scored by advancing the ball into the opponents goal The team with the most goals at the end of the game wins

SOCCER SAFETY All players must wear proper athletic shoes and clothing. This includes shin guards, elbow, hip and knee pads and gloves for the goalie Soccer players need to be aware of special surroundings It is safer to play with softer balls or balls that are slightly deflated

SOCCER FIELD

DRIBBLE Moving the ball down the field with short, controlled taps on the ball using all parts of the feet DRIBBLING VIDEO

Dribble 1. Tap the ball 2. Sides of feet 3. Ball close to body 4. Move with the ball

SHOOTING Kicking the ball with force in the opposing team’s goal to score a point SHOOTING VIDEO

Shooting 1. Non-kicking foot next to ball 2. Strike the center of the ball 3. Use inside of foot 4. Follow through

To bring the soccer ball to a stop using the feet, chest and legs TRAPPING To bring the soccer ball to a stop using the feet, chest and legs TRAPPING VIDEO

TRAPPING Move to the ball Gain control of ball using foot Stop it with foot

A forward pass made ahead of a moving teammate LEAD PASS A forward pass made ahead of a moving teammate

THROW-IN The throw-in is awarded to the opposing team from the one whose player put the ball out of play. Play is restarted by a player throwing the ball over his/her head using both hands together. His/Her feet must remain behind the line and on the ground.

Stopping the opposing team from scoring in your goal GOALTENDING Stopping the opposing team from scoring in your goal

GOALIE The player positioned directly in front of the goal who tries to prevent shots from getting into the net behind him/her; the only player allowed to use their hands and arms, though only within the penalty area

Advancing the ball with the player’s head HEADING Advancing the ball with the player’s head HEADING VIDEO

KICKOFF The method of starting a game or restarting it after each goal; a player passes the ball forward to a teammate from the center spot.

Cognition Information

What is this? Soccer Goal Teammates Soccer Ball Soccer Field Pinnies

What Am I Doing? Lead Pass Trapping Dribbling Shooting

Why Should I Play Soccer? Playing soccer is good for my cardiovascular health Playing soccer allows me to play with friends Playing soccer stimulates my brain Playing soccer keeps my muscles strong

How Will Soccer Benefit Me In My Life? Playing soccer keeps me at a healthy weight Playing soccer keeps me from being tired Playing soccer is a great way to make friends

Cognition Assessments Tools

Name the Soccer Equipment?

What Am I Doing

Why Should I Play Soccer?

How Will Soccer Benefit Me In My Life?

Soccer Cognition Assessment What Equipment is this? What Skill am I doing? Why am I doing this? How will this help me in my life?

Identify the Soccer Ball

Identify the Person Playing Soccer