Soccer Volley TechniquesA soccer volley is a very useful technique to master. When the ball comes towards you in the air, you have the choice of either controlling it or striking it first time. The advantage of the volley are speed and suprise. Whether its a pass or shoot, striking the ball on the volley gives opponents less reaction time. The power volley is one of the most used shots in the soccer world. It is very powerful but can lack accuracy if not done properly. to execute this properly, you head should be over the ball at all times. with your toes pointed down, strike the ball centrally with the instep and follow through. Top spin is often generated. This will cause the ball to dip viciously as it arcs downward. Try not to lean back as you will most likely get underneath the ball. This is not good for a striker shooting on goal as it will send the ball soaring high into the air. Focus on keeping the ball down and accurate. Do not try to go for power as a volley will naturally have alot of power anyway. Another type of volley is the side volley. This kind of volley is usually performed when the ball is about waist height. To execute properly, stand on one leg, raise your striking leg and swing your waist, rotating the body for weight and power and striking the ball. Try to hit the ball more centrally. Hitting the ball too low would send the ball flying through the sky. On the other hand, hitting the ball too high up will send it flying towards the ground. This will take alot of the pace off the ball. The position of the non-striking foot is the key to a successful volley. Timing is more important that power. The follow through is not so long as for a ground shot but a smooth action rather than stabbing at the ball is crucial.
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