Goalkeeping Tips and Hints

Balls behind the defense

One of the most common plays in youth soccer is the through ball which, if the goalkeeper is not switched on can prove dangerous. As a goalkeeper, you are responsible for guiding your team. You have the privilege of seeing the whole field and should see the opposition set up their attacking play. It is

The need for speed – Five drills to test your speed.

There are many components to fitness. All are important to soccer. As with all aspects of mastery, you have to first measure something if you want to improve. You can test your speed to improve it. Speed is extremely important for goalkeeping. The ability to command your penalty box and to get to balls before

Joe Hart “Starfish” save comes from opponents father.

In yesterday’s England v Denmark game, England’s Joe Hart made a great save to keep his team in the game at 0-0. The save he made ( pictured ) looked very familiar to his opposite number, Kaspar Schmeichel. Kasper’s father, Peter was the legendry Danish and Manchester United Goalkeeper who first brought the “Starfish” save

Ten Goalkeeping Tips for Tournaments

It’s amazing how many goalkeepers are not able to give their best performance at tournaments because they are not prepared. Here is a list of things to be ready for when traveling to a tournament, and in some cases be seen by college coaches. 1 – Clean your gloves prior to the tournament. Get all dirt

Help with College: Pt 1- Things to consider when choosing a college

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Things to consider when choosing a College: 1) What is the academic reputation of the school?2) Does the school offer the major of your choice? 3) Do you want to go to a big school or a small school? 4) How far from home do you want to be? 5) Would you prefer City, Suburb

Ten tips for goalkeepers to start the season

I thought I would post some hints & tips that I have given my Goalkeepers throughout the years. 1 – Have gloves that fit you correctly. More than any lack of grip due to the foam latex being worn, it is the size of the gloves that often lead to poor handling. Too small and

Goalie Wars – Great fun & Great practice for shot stopping, distribution & more.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ANigKC_8GRU I organized a Goalie Wars tournament over the Summer of 2013. Open to both goalkeepers and outfield players, this fast exciting game with goals only yards apart provided excitement to all.

Balls Behind the defense

One of the most common plays in youth soccer is the through ball which, if the goalkeeper is not switched on can prove dangerous. As a goalkeeper, you are responsible for guiding your team. You have the privilege of seeing the whole field and should see the opposition set up their attacking play. It is your

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Did rolled up sleeves cause this mistake?

After being hailed for a great penalty double save against Brazil, Joe Hart recently had a terrible mistake in which the former Manchester City Keeper blames on the kit! See the article here. http://www.guardian.co.uk/football/2013/feb/10/joe-hart-sleeves-joe-corrigan