Teaching Football Skills Control-Receiving Skill Progression – Control-Receiving Your Athlete Can: Attempt to control ball Bring rolling ball under control, using inside of foot Control ball with chest Control ball with thigh Cushion ball with chest or thigh Distribute body weight so that they are able to move backward, forward or sideways Judge ball flight speed appropriately Choose the right technique and body surface to control ball Totals Never Sometimes Often Special Olympics Football Coaching Guide Created: February 2004 49