Shooting Drills for Strikers at Walking Football Pace

Scoring goals in walking football requires calmness, accuracy and smart positioning rather than speed and power. At walking pace, strikers must focus on control, balance and choosing the right moment to shoot.

These simple shooting drills help you improve finishing while staying within the walking football rules.

Why Shooting Practice Matters

Good shooting drills improve:

• Accuracy

• Shot selection

• First-touch finishing

• Balance and posture

• Confidence in front of goal

Drill 1: First-Time Finish

Set-up:
One player passes from the side of the box.

How it works:

• Striker finishes with one touch

• Focus on placement, not power

Drill 2: Receive, Turn & Shoot

• Receive with back to goal

• Turn into space

• Shoot low and controlled

Drill 3: Two-Touch Finish

• Touch to set

• Second touch to finish

Drill 4: Pass & Follow

• Pass wide

• Walk into box

• Receive return pass and finish

Common Finishing Tips

• Aim for corners

• Keep body over ball

• Stay balanced

• Keep shots low

Final Thoughts

Smart finishing makes the difference. Practise calmly, stay composed and you’ll score more goals at walking football pace.