Yes, kicking is a Scrabble word!

Verb

1. Drive or propel with the foot

2. Thrash about or strike out with the feet

3. Strike with the foot

4. Kick a leg up

5. Spring back, as from a forceful thrust

6. Stop consuming

7. Make a goal

8. Express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness

Noun

1. A rhythmic thrusting movement of the legs as in swimming or calisthenics

2. The act of delivering a blow with the foot