Short Kicking

KickingadvancedYouth (U13–U16)2–4 players

Andrew Johns explains how to kick short balls.

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A short kicking tutorial by Andrew Johns for Nathan Cleary, focusing on the basics of kicking technique in rugby league.

1Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, with your body positioned at an angle to the target
2Place the ball on the ground with the laces facing downwards
3Take a few steps back and approach the ball at a 45-degree angle
4Use your plant foot to step beside the ball, keeping your kicking leg back
5Strike the ball with the laces of your kicking foot, using your hips and legs to generate power
6Follow through with your kicking leg, keeping your eyes on the target

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Foot placement: ensure the plant foot is beside the ball and the kicking foot strikes the ball with the laces
Body position: keep your body at an angle to the target and your eyes on the ball
Ball contact: strike the ball with the laces of your kicking foot
Timing: coordinate your approach and strike to achieve a clean kick