Football / Beginner
Scanning Before Receiving
Develop cleaner technique through simple repetitions, good body position, awareness and purposeful touches.
About this lesson
Scanning Before Receiving: a beginner-friendly TRAINOVIX lesson with clear instructions, safe progressions and practical sport-focused guidance.
Focus on understanding the technique, moving with control and progressing at a comfortable pace. If you're unsure about an activity, ask a coach, PE teacher or qualified professional for help.
How to practise scanning before receiving
- Before the ball comes, quickly check over your shoulder.
- Notice where space, team-mates and opponents are.
- Move into a position where you can see more of the field.
- Receive with an open body shape when possible.
- Use your first touch in the direction of your next action.
Helpful coaching tips
- Practise both feet when possible.
- Scan before receiving the ball.
- Add speed only after the technique is controlled.
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