Special Olympics Football Coaches Quick Start Guide Heading Teaching Heading Look at the ball as it comes toward the head and keep the eyes open as contact is made. Key Words • Eyes open • Watch the ball To get more power, rock onto the back foot before the ball arrives to get some leverage when heading. Key Words • Rock back Make contact with the forehead, not with the top of the head, and attack through the ball for power. Key Words • Forehead • Power through Incorrect heading of the ball. 44 Football Quick Start Guide – September 2004