CLASS 1: Passing

There are two ways to help participants improve results when passing a football – teach them to have a solid grip and a good throw.

The Grip

The best way to show participants a proper grip is to have them place their ring finger near one end of the laces and their thumb directly opposite the middle finger on the other side of the ball. Have them leave a space between the palm of their hand and the football, and emphasize a comfortable grip.

Throwing

Have the boy or girl point their shoulder and their hip opposite the throwing arm in the direction of the target. Then show them how to release the ball from the side of their head with a complete follow-through across the body. As the throw is completed, their chest and head should be pointed right at the target.

Tip: Stretching and Warming Up

Stretching helps reduce the chance of muscle strain and tear by raising both the core and deep muscle temperatures to allow for greater flexibility potential in the muscle tissue. Teach kids to stretch and to pay special attention to specific parts of their bodies that may need extra stretching. This will prevent injuries and pulled muscles. It’s also beneficial to warm up muscles prior to stretching – try a slow jog for three to five minutes.

• Stretch slowly and with control
• Don’t bounce up and down
• Stretch to tension, but not to pain
• Relax
• Breathe slowly and rhythmically

Lesson 1: Winning and Exercise

Winning means giving all you that you’ve got in both mind and body. Set goals and try your hardest even if your team is losing. Understand that sometimes you have to fall down a few times before you can make that perfect play.

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