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September 2010 Locker Room

Soccer Tricks: The Step Over

September 8, 2010 | Tips and Tricks | No Comments

The Step Over is a classic move used to fool an opponent into thinking you’re making a pass when in fact you don’t! In this article, which includes a video example, we’ll be discussing the Inside Step Over, the Outside Step Over (also called the Scissors), the Double Step Over, and end with a variation of the Inside Step Over that includes a deceiving ball movement! Continue reading

Soccer Tricks: The Cruyff

September 6, 2010 | Tips and Tricks | No Comments

The Cruyff is a great drag back move that leaves the opponent wondering where you went! Named after the famous Johan Cruyff who played for Ajax and the Netherlands, it involves balance a bit of good acting. In this article, we’ll provide step by step instructions as well as a video example. Continue reading

Soccer Tricks: Heel Toe Cut

September 3, 2010 | Tips and Tricks | No Comments

The Heel Toe Cut can be used to deceive an opponent by changing direction. It involves balance and quick feet. It’s best used when standing still or slightly jogging. In this article, we’ll provide step by step instructions as well as a video example. Continue reading

QUICK FACT: The Penalty Shot

September 3, 2010 | The Beautiful Game | No Comments

Did you know that William McCrum was the inventor of the penalty shot? Being a member of the Irish Football Association, he proposed the idea of a penalty shot in order to stop defenders professionally fouling attacking players in order to stop a goal. The idea was submitted in June 1890 and approved in June 1891.