Winning Soccer Vol. 5 - Passing, Receiving and Heading

To maximize group performance, players must effectively combine their individual efforts and abilities to create one smooth functioning whole. Passing, receiving and heading skills provide the vital thread that enable 11 teammates to play as one. Mastery of these skills will enable teammates to maintain possession of the ball, dictate the tempo of the game and ultimately create and finish scoring opportunities. This comprehensive program provides coaches and players with a variety of exercises designed to improve their ability to pass, receive and head the ball effectively. This video is an essential training tool for players and coaches at any competitive level!

Dr. Joseph Luxbacher has been involved in the sport of soccer as both a player and coach for more than 30 years. A former professional player in the North American Soccer League (NASL) and Major Indoor Soccer League (MISL), Luxbacher served more than two decades as the head men’s soccer coach at the University of Pittsburgh where his teams won more than 200 times. Coach Luxbacher has twice been named Big East Athletic Conference Soccer Coach of the Year and has earned the “A” Coaching License of US Soccer.

Make sure to also check out the other Winning Soccer videos in this series:

Vol. 1 - Fantastic First Touch

Vol. 2 - Rock Solid Defense

Vol. 3 - Attacking Tactics

Vol. 4 - Finishing the Attack

Vol. 6 - Dribbling and Shooting Skills

Vol. 7 - Goalkeeper Training

Vol. 8 - Youth Soccer Games

Also, one more outstanding video featuring Coach Luxbacher:

Soccer Skills and Drills: Winning the 1v1 Match-up