Improve speed of play with the Half-Turn
Avoid These Mistakes:
❌ Not scanning or checking your shoulder when receiving the ball.
❌ Receiving the ball with your body in a square position.
❌ Taking an extra touch to turn.
Corrections:
✅ Scan or check your shoulder as you receive the ball. This is important because it helps players identify the position of nearby defenders, allowing them to anticipate pressure and make decisions, such as turning away from danger or shielding the ball.
✅ Receive the ball in a side-on body stance. A side-on stance allows players to see more of the field, including both the player passing the ball and the areas they might want to pass or dribble into.
✅ Accelerate away. Being side-on positions the player to turn more quickly, whether to pass, dribble, or move into space. It allows for smoother transitions between receiving the ball and executing the next action, which is crucial for maintaining the flow of play.
