Practice kicking and dribbling. Proper ball handling through kicking and dribbling is at the core of all good soccer players. Continually practicing these will make you a better player and more valuable to your team. Dribbling is running with the ball while kicking it. There are many online videos that demonstrate how to do this. Watch a few to help improve your technique. You can also read Dribble Like Lionel Messi, which has some more great tips. You can practice kicking in a large yard or park.