Low Driven Shot

Objective

Strike a firm, low shot that stays under crossbar height and is hard to save.

Equipment

• balls
• goal

Instructions

1. 1

   Place ball on the ground 18 yards from goal.

2. 2

   Short run-up, plant foot beside the ball.

3. 3

   Strike through the middle of the ball with the instep, keeping toes down.

4. 4

   Follow through low — finish pointing at the target.

5. 5

   15 shots, alternating left and right corners.

Coaching Points

• ✓ Toes down, ankle locked — a loose ankle kills power.
• ✓ Strike the centre of the ball to keep it low.
• ✓ Don't lean back — stay over the ball.

Age Notes

Variations

• → Add a goalkeeper after technique is consistent.