A penalty shot in football is a direct kick from 12 yards (modified distance in primary PE lessons), awarded for a foul in the penalty area. Only the goalkeeper can defend the shot; other players must stay outside the area until the kick is taken.
Teaching points for a penalty shot
- Choose where you are going to aim to kick the ball and stick to it e.g. bottom left hand corner
- Stay composed before and while taking the shot
- Approach the ball from a slight angle
- Plant your non kicking foot next to the ball and strike the ball with the inside of your foot
- Focus on accuracy over power
- Don't watch the goalkeeper but watch where you want to send the ball
Choose where you are going to aim to kick the ball and stick to it e.g. bottom left hand corner