The Physics Behind Soccer By Anthony Timson For Physics 212 4/16/2003 The physics of soccer is actually quite interesting, once you consider all of the various aspects of the game.  Some of the most obvious aspects of soccer that demonstrate physics in different ways are when a player 'headers' a ball, when a ball is kicked into the air, and when the ball is rolling on the ground.  Hopefully this website will enlighten you on the physics behind these actions and reactions. Rolling Motion and Friction Projectile Motion Physics of Headers Bibliography