PE 51: Soccer

 

Instructor: Vitalis Otieno


Prerequisites: None


 

Material and skills covered:

An introduction to the basic fundamental techniques and tactics that make up the game of soccer.  We will primarily do on-field practicing with an occasional off-field session in case of bad weather. 

 

Methods used:

Techniques = ball handling, passing, heading, receiving and shooting

 

Tactics = 1 v 1, 2 v 1, 1 v 2, 2 v 2, up to 8 v 8

 

Video analysis of Professional matches and some varsity matches to help with the tactical analysis of the game.

 

Be on the field, ready to go by 9:00am.  Wear cleats or sneakers, shorts or sweats.

 

Grade determined by:

25%    Skill Improvement

50%    Attendance

25%    Effort and Participation

 

Attendance policy:

3 unexcused absences will result in being dropped from the class