Instep Kick
Step 2: Backswing and Kick Action
Step Description
Demonstrate correct backswing and kick action when kicking a ball so it travels a distance of 20 feet.
Assessment Rubric
- Observe students on these criteria during the practice portion of a lesson or in the reinforcing activities.
- Use the fillable form below to record each student’s result on each element, or download the standard print version below.
- Total the number of correctly performed elements and use the appropriate rubric below to determine each student’s score.
Elements
Stand
- Feet staggered with kicking foot in front
Watch Ball
- Focuses eyes on ball throughout
Big Step
- Steps next to ball with non-kicking foot
Shoelaces Firm Foot
- Contacts ball with instep just below midpoint of ball
- Keeps ankle locked
Performance
- Ball travels at least 20 feet
Scoring*
| 4-point Rubric Scoring | 5-point Rubric (with Performance) Scoring | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Elements Mastered | Score | Elements Mastered | Score |
| 0/4 or 1/4 | =1 | 0/5 or 1/5 | =1 |
| 2/4 | =2 | 2/5 | =2 |
| 3/4 | =3 | 3/5 | =3 |
| 4/4 | =4 | 4/5 | =4 |
| 5/5 | =5 | ||
*Your school district may require either a four-point or five-point rubric score. A scoring option for each is provided above.
