As a punter, you'll either be using a two- or three-step punting motion. Because there is less chance to have the punt blocked in a two-step setup, we'll focus on that technique. In a real world application, you'll have to adjust if your coach wants you using a three-step approach.
With either style, it's important that your steps be smooth and that you don't overstride. You will want to picture yourself walking toward the ball, never in a hurry or leaning back as you take your steps.
In a two-step motion, you want to be in a comfortable stance and:
1. Your kicking foot should be slightly in front of your back foot
2. Your first step should be a short step with your front foot
3. Your first step should be slightly to the outside and not straight ahead
4. You want to land on the ball of your kicking foot
5. Your next step should be a normal step
6. The length of this step should be the same as your normal walking stride
7. You want this step to land in a position slightly across the center of your body
8. As with the kicking foot, you want to land on the ball of your foot, allowing you to transfer power into the actual kick
We've practiced your approach...in future tips we'll be going through the process of getting the ball in your hands and actually striking it to give your team the best field position possible!
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