Receiving & Deceiving

In today’s session, we’ll be focusing on receiving the ball and deceiving the defender. It’s not just about controlling the ball, but also about manipulating the defender by changing direction or lifting the ball. I’ll demonstrate a few techniques that can be useful in these situations. Let’s get started!

In a game, you may receive the ball on your backhand or your forehand. The key is to not only receive the ball but also to create deception by either moving in a different direction or faking a certain movement to deceive the defender. I’ll show you a couple of variations that can help you in these scenarios.

The first technique is for when you receive a pass on your backhand while running forward, with the defender coming from behind to block or jab at the ball. To counter this, as you receive the ball, abruptly hit the brakes and quickly change direction, moving inside towards the goal. This sudden change of direction can catch the defender off guard and create space for you to maneuver.

Another variation of this technique involves receiving the ball on your backhand and immediately going inside on the first touch. As the ball comes to you, guide it down towards the ground and swiftly move inside, aiming to deceive the defender. This move requires some practice, but if executed correctly, it can be highly effective during a game.

Now, let’s explore a similar technique but with a different turn. Instead of going left, as in the previous methods, this time you’ll turn right. Imagine receiving the ball down the line and sensing the defender closing in. Rather than hitting the brakes and losing speed, you can choose to swiftly move inside towards the goal, maintaining your momentum and attempting to outmaneuver the defender.

These are four ways you can receive and deceive the defender. I hope you found them helpful and enjoyable. Practice these techniques with your teammates to improve your skills on the field.