Why can’t more Gaelic footballers use both feet? Are we coaching the solo wrong?

Most Gaelic footballers — even at the top level — are still heavily one-sided. In this fascinating episode, Karol Dillon breaks down the science and psychology behind laterality, the gap between drills and decisions, and how to truly develop more two-sided players.

We explore:

• Why elite players still avoid their weaker side under pressure

• How cross-lateral athletes like David Clifford (e.g. left foot/right hand) have an advantage

• Why coaching for two-footedness must start before the ball is introduced
• How pressure and fatigue force players back to their dominant side

• The overlooked role of parents and informal practice
• Why coaching the “weaker side” needs a complete rethink
• Tactical consequences of having too many right-footed players

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