The Science of Scanning
Chapter 1
Why Scanning Matters
Chapter 1
Why Scanning Matters
What scanning does
Scanning gives players information before the ball arrives.
What every scan should answer
Where is the space? How much time do I have? What angles are open?
Chapter 2
Regular Scan vs Critical Scan
Chapter 2
Regular Scan vs Critical Scan
Regular Scan
Frequent scans that keep updating the picture.
Critical Scan
The final scan before receiving that shapes the action.
Chapter 3
Scanning By Role
Chapter 3
Scanning By Role
Defender
Around every 3–5 seconds.
Midfielder
Around every 1–2 seconds.
Striker
Around every 2–4 seconds.
Chapter 4
When To Scan
Chapter 4
When To Scan
When the ball is traveling
One of the best moments to gather information.
Right before receiving
This is the critical scan.
When not directly involved
Keep building the picture.
What happens if you do not scan
You can lose the danger immediately.
Final Quiz
Match Scenario Challenge
Final Quiz
Match Scenario Challenge