Introduction to precision

Recognising that kicking in AFL is one of the most challenging skills to learn, Sherrin has partnered exclusively with AFL Premiership Coach and PE Teacher Mark Williams, to launch Sherrin Precision. The brainchild of Mark Williams, the Precision concept features a larger sweet spot on each end of the Sherrin (red dots) which provides a greater area for the foot to connect with and a visual aid for the player to understand the ideal impact zone on their foot.

The product also features a yellow spin line designed to provide immediate feedback to the player. When a player connects successfully with these sweet spots, the Sherrin will continue in the designated flight path and spinning pattern to hit the desired target.

Traditional KB Sherrin vs Sherrin Precision

These images demonstrate the variation between a standard Sherrin football and the Sherrin Precision. You’ll see the spin line and sweet spot highlighted. The concept is inspired by the larger headed tennis racquet that has been developed. This racquet offers a bigger sweet spot compared to a small headed tennis racquet. Similar technologies have been developed in cricket and golf. The beauty of a sweet spot is that it gives a player something to aim at and then the spin line confirms how successful their kick was. This provides motivation for the player to keep practicing and see their success.

THE KICKING PHASE

There are a number of kicking phases that players must progress through to become elite kickers. The below flow chart will help you understand the kicking progression levels and process. There are 3 primary levels of kicking progression – Beginners, Advanced and Elite.

Using these levels, there are key kicking techniques that each player must perfect before progressing:

Beginner - One Step Kick
Beginner - 3-5 Step Kick
Advanced - Kicking on the Run
Elite - 90 degree One step Kick

Complete each stage and then progress onto the next i.e. once all the Beginner steps are completed, then move onto Advanced.

BEGINNER	ADVANCED	ELITE	VERY ELITE
1 Step Kick	Kick on the run	1 Step kick towards teammate at 90 degrees	Kicking in game (in wind / rain)
3 - 5 Step Kick	Combine running and decision making to hit moving targets	Kicking in game like decision making situations in training	Kicking to include 50 targets through an opposition flooded defence
	Now add opposition pressure	Progress this into a real game

BEGINNER

ADVANCED

ELITE

VERY ELITE

1 Step Kick

Kick on the run

1 Step kick towards teammate at 90 degrees

Kicking in game (in wind / rain)

3 - 5 Step Kick

Combine running and decision making to hit moving targets

Kicking in game like decision making situations in training

Kicking to include 50 targets through an opposition flooded defence

Now add opposition pressure

Progress this into a real game

Who is the Sherrin Precision football suitable for?

Sherrin Precision is designed for players and coaches at all levels, as well as teachers and parents that are instructing the game. Available in size 2 and 3 for Juniors, 4 for Women/Youth and 5 for Seniors, this product caters for everyone in the game. In terms of selecting the correct ball size – ensure the player can control the ball with their guiding hand. (same side as their kicking leg)

BEGINNER LEVEL

The sweet spot on the Precision ball provides an easy, understandable target to kick at.
The yellow Spin line provides instant feedback for the kick so a player can self-correct their technique.
This allows new players to the game to improve quicker, see success and progression and ultimately stay motivated to practice more

ADVANCED LEVEL

Sherrin Precision is suitable for advanced players that have an inconsistent kick (from a club, local and school levels).
This product allows players to revert back to the basics and get it right from the start.
Players can grow confidence in all types of kicking situations.
By having a product that facilitates learning, feedback and kicking progression, players can learn to not be influenced by any pressures around kicking.
Experience and then “let go” outside distractions by practicing being “in the bubble” – as shown in the advance kicking section

ELITE LEVEL

Even elite players are inconsistent kicks. Remember the best players only hit 8 out of 10 targets, so all players have room for improvement. No one is perfect.
Elite players understand the kicking process. With the Sherrin Precision ball integrated with the online content, players coach themselves to become even better kicks.
This product allows elite players to quickly refresh on the basics of kicking.
Identify the area of a kick that is causing problems and facilitates a solution.
Experience instant kicking feedback that the Sherrin Precision offers via the spin line

PARENTS/COACHES/TEACHERS

Irrespective of the player skill level being coached, kicking skills and teachings are the same across the board.
Improved results take time and patience, so learn how to instruct kicking with our step-by-step guides and the assistance of the Sherrin Precision product.
Become confident in kicking knowledge, understand how to identify problems and provide solutions via our online insights and content.
Provide the correct feedback to players via visual cues and helpful sayings that are included in our feedback section.

SIZE	SUITABLE FOR	BALL
SIZE 5 Short circumference: 54cm Long circumference: 72cm	Senior Men 15 years old +
SIZE 4 Short circumference: 52cm Long circumference: 70cm	Senior Women - 14 years old + Youth Males - 14-15 years old
SIZE 3 Short circumference: 50cm Long circumference: 67cm	Youth Males & Females 12 - 13 year olds
SIZE 2 Short circumference: 48cm Long circumference: 64cm	Youth Males & Females 9 - 11 year olds