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The back shot is a difficult but very effective shooting technique. It is performed by taking the shot behind the back rather than in front of the body. This shot is usually made after faking a normal shot. It is very effective in sharp angles, where the player has run past the goal. Because the shot is made behind the back it is hidden from the goalkeeper making it even more difficult to predict.

The major difference from a normal shot is the direction of the lower body and feet. When shooting a back shot the body should rather be placed in a 90-degree angle from the goalkeeper, facing the sideline. The eyes however should always be placed on the target. The grip should be high. Next the upper body is turned placing the shoulders parallel to the goalkeeper, i.e. the chest facing the own goal. When turning the upper body the cross is moved up behind the back of the head where the shot is released.

In order to turn the upper body it is important to place the feet correctly.
The foot closest to the goal should be placed in front of the other.

Some common problems:
Problem: The shot is directed upwards.
How to correct:

This problem is usually caused by one of the following:

* The grip is too low.
Correct by raising the grip.
* Using too much power.
Correct by using less power.
* Not lifting the upper arm enough.
The elbow should be lifted to the level of the shoulder.
Correct by lifting the elbow.

Problem: The shot is wide of the target.
How to correct:

This is usually caused by not placing the body in the correct angle to the target.
The feet and hips should be in a 90-degree angle from the target while the shoulders and chest should be almost parallel to it. This movement takes some time to learn.
Encourage practicing agains a wall. Spot a target on the wall and try to hit it using the back shot.

Another cause might be not lifting the elbow of the upper arm.