Using the "Hit the Coach" Soccer Practice Game to Teach Throw-Ins.

The most aggressive team will usually "win" most of the 50/50 balls and will usually win the game.

If you Defend Deep and teach the player how to Clear the ball, you can put an unskilled player at Fullback, even if he is slow. BUT, you CANNOT put a timid or scared player at Fullback or you will get killed.

Soccer Defensive Footwork -- Side Shuffle, Crossover Step, Back Peddle and Drop Step.

Staying strong down the center will prevent your opponents from attacking straight down the center and getting clean shots on goal.

How to teach soccer defenders to Clear the Ball.