Matthew Rojas
One of my first childhood memories that comes to my mind is when I was 4 years old and I was passing a soccer ball with my brother in Peru. After I started playing soccer in Peru, this sport has had an impact throughout my whole life and created many memories that I will keep in my heart. I love playing soccer not because I want to win but to get rid of the stress I accumulate from problems that I face in my life. Soccer has helped me become more close with my friends because we share the same passion for this sport. This sport is really important because it can help you create friendships even if you don’t like to socialize too much. People become really close by playing soccer because everyone plays this sport in order to have fun, relieve stress, and exercise. I will help you to play soccer by just learning these few steps that I’m going to explain in basic terms so you don’t get confused.
First of all, everyone is capable of playing soccer even if you have no idea of how to kick the ball. Soccer can be played in many surfaces not just grass which makes it a simple sport to play because you can literally play in any surface as long as you have a ball with you. The task of a soccer game is to move the ball around the field and kick the ball past the opponent’s goal line for 90 minutes. The team with the most goals at the end of the game wins. In order for you to complete this task as a beginner, you just have to pass the ball to your teammates with the inside part of your foot for better accuracy and this will help you move the ball around the field easier. Another step that you have to take in order to have a decent performance is to know how to kick a ball. There are many ways to kick a ball but it is better for beginners to use the instep of the foot which is the area just below the laces on the inside of the foot since it’s the most common way that people do it because it gives you balance and power. These are the first steps that you have to take in order to start playing this beautiful sport.
Secondly, another fundamental element of a soccer team is their defenders. One step that you have to take in order to help your team not concede a goal is to always close down the space of the attacker so he is not capable of getting the ball easy. Additionally, you always have to be on your toes and keep your feet moving so you don’t get surpassed by the opponent’s striker. One essential step in order to defend properly is to keep your eyes on the ball and force the attacker onto their weak foot so he has less chances of scoring a goal. Although you might feel pressured of making a mistake while playing soccer, you must learn how to be patient because composure is a key factor that will make you outstand from others. Running is also a key step when you play soccer but you need to learn how to run because there are specific positions on the field in order for each player to complete their task, this task will vary depending on the position you decide to play. These are some fundamental steps that any individual must follow in order to start playing soccer without worrying of making a mistake on their first time.
To conclude, soccer is very simple sport to play as long as you keep playing it because you will understand better how to move around the field. My relationship with soccer is very strong because I have played this sport my whole life and it has helped me create a lot of memories throughout my life. For me, soccer means more than just a sport because it has motivated me to become a better person. Soccer can help an individual to learn many skills such as perseverance, goal setting, responsibility, and decision-making. Soccer has helped me throughout my life by teaching me how to , that is why soccer is more than just a game for me and many other individuals that also go through the same situation as me. Soccer is a way of escaping from reality because you are focused on scoring a goal for 90 minutes instead of worrying about other things. This task can be followed by anyone because this sport can be played by anyone no matter their age, language, ethnicity, and beliefs. That’s why I suggest you to complete this task at least once a month in case you are bored and you want to try something new in your life.
Requirements:
- Soccer cleats
- Soccer ball
- A soccer jersey
- Shorts
- A few friends/any person
