Heading Backwards - Flick Ons
Heading the ball "backwards", or "Flick-on's" as it's sometimes referred to, may be used by an attacker to make a surprised attempt on goal when he is standing with his back to goal. Similarly, a defender dealing with a high ball may decide to head the ball backward to a teammate or the goalkeeper.
Practice
From the "base-line" and in between the two cones, throw a high and firm ball off the wall. On the rebound, attack the ball at its highest point using a one-footed take-off. Deflect the ball into the space behind you then turn quickly to secure possession using the feet. Jog backs to the base line and repeat the exercise. An aggressive and determined mind set is vital.
NOTE: A school wall, tennis wall, side of a brick house,
or a rebounding net are acceptable walls for this individual practice.
Cones are not necessary, but will help you mark your "baseline" or
starting point. You can use a couple of other balls or your soccer bag as
cones also.
Guidelines
1. Keep your eye's fixed firmly on the ball.
2. Move quickly into the flight of the ball.
3. Use a one-footed take-off and head the ball at its highest point.
4. The ball is deflected with the top of the forehead.
5. The head itself is hardly moved with the ball allowed to glance off the forehead. The head should be tilted back.