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Multiple Shot Re-focus

By Scott Housden - As is the case for all other players, the goalkeeper moves considerably during games. However, a goalkeeper’s movements are often much smaller and precise. This active movement (i.e. the goalkeeper’s movement on the pitch to ensure good positioning before attempting to make a save) across the goalmouth is key when dealing with

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Reactions with Second Phase Saves

By Scott Housden - Being able to deal with the unpredictable including reaction saves is a vital component in goalkeeping. In order to be effective in these situations it is paramount that the goalkeeper remember and use the basic factors of goalkeeping, including; having relaxed shoulders in your balanced ‘set’ position, the size of your steps

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Quick Movement & Saves in Dealing with Counter Attacking Play

By Scott Housden - When playing a high pressing game, or your defenders are playing a high defensive line there is always the possibility of a counter attacking pinpoint long angled ball for a wide or central attacker to run on to and shoot. In this scenario, the goalkeeper is unable to sweep the ball and

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Dealing with Angled Shots

By Scott Housden - When facing angled shots from attackers, the goalkeeper’s movement and positioning are key in being able to make the save.  The two key elements of positioning are; moving into line with the ball and moving down the line in order to reduce the goal-scoring opportunity. The diagram above illustrates the movement made

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Basic Diving Shape – Foot Knee Shoulder

By Scott Housden - The dive, it appears is the most attractive aspect of goalkeeping – particularly for junior goalkeepers, and is the skill which gives most satisfaction when performed correctly.  Every goalkeepers diving proficiency differs from side to side (with a preference to one side).  These drills below will help harmonise this diving technique and

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Explosive Movement across the Goal to Save

By Scott Housden - As is the case for all other players, the goalkeeper moves considerably during games.  Nevertheless, only a few of these movements undertaken serve to fulfil the defensive duties of the goalkeeper.  Active movement (i.e. the goalkeeper’s movement on the pitch to ensure good positioning before attempting to make a save) across the

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Fitness in a Goalkeeping Environment

By Scott Housden - Conditioning for goalkeepers is key throughout the season, and not just during pre-season.  Specificity is also a key element for goalkeeper fitness.  This is achievable by utilising specific traits that a goalkeeper undertakes during a game such as, short sprints, diving and recovering from dives. The drill below is superb for allowing

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