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How to kick a Drop Punt

Posted on 25 January 2008 by Jermayn

A Drop Punt is the most accurate way of kicking the football in the modern game. This is one of the main skills that is required to play the game. Please use the written and videoed instructions to learn how to kick a Drop Punt.

Steps to kick a Drop Punt

  1. You hold the ball still and have your hands on either side of it.
  2. Then guide the football down onto your foot with your hand.
  3. The ball is dropped onto the ‘tongue’ area of your boot.
  4. You follow through with your boot.

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Extra tips

  1. Walking as you kick brings momentum and makes the kick have more depth (go further).
  2. Learn to kick using both feet.

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