Friday, June 13 2008 -- Learning to juggle a soccer ball takes a lot of time and practice, is very entertaining to watch and appreciate someone with great soccer ball juggling skills, but why do players bother?

Well there are two reasons, the first is that it is fun and challenging, and learning a new juggling move, or beating your previous record is something that you can do on your own, in a small space and you only need a ball! When you can finally keep the ball in the air get past the elusive 100 barrier, you will have kept youself entertained for some time and have great bragging rights over your friends.

The second reason is more soccer related and is that being able to juggle a soccer ball, whilst not used a lot in a soccer game is the best way to improve that all important first touch and give you great confidence when receiving the ball. As a player, you are normally in one of three situation.

1. You do not have the ball and need to get it.
2. You have the ball and need to do something with it.

The transition between 1 and 2 is where learning how to juggle will help give you an advantage over your opponents.

Being able to receive the ball effectively and get the ball under control and where you want it is just one aspect of the game, but is vital to give you the edge over your opposition.

So, get out there and
Learn How to juggle a soccer ball