the abc ’ s of coaching the goalkeeper
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The ABC ’ s of Coaching The Goalkeeper. The ABC ’ s of Coaching the Goalkeeper. The Myth Least Coached, Most Misunderstood Common Sense and Simple Principles of Play. What are the characteristics of a good goalkeeper?. Hand/Eye Coordination Depth Perception. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
The ABC’s of Coaching The Goalkeeper
The ABC’s of Coaching the Goalkeeper
• The Myth• Least Coached, Most Misunderstood• Common Sense and Simple Principles of
Play
What are the characteristics of a good goalkeeper?
• Hand/Eye Coordination• Depth Perception
Why is it important to understand the needed skills?• Under 8 years old don’t possess the
skill• Too Stressful• Develop fear of the ball
The reason WHY AYSO does not have goalkeepers before U-10
What are the challenges with goalkeeper training during your
session?
What do you do to include goalkeeper training during your
session?
What will be covered today?• The Characteristics of a Goalkeeper• Basic Body Position of the Goalkeeper• Positional Play (Angles)• Methods of Collection• Methods of Distribution• Organizing the Defense
What Makes a good goalkeeper?
Certain skills and knowledge are critical to developing the
Goalkeeper • Body Position (Proper Stance)• Positional Play• Methods of Collection• Methods of Distribution
Basic Body Position of the Goalkeeper
• Relaxed body• Waist bent• Feet positioning• Knees• Arms and Hands
Areas to focus on:
Positional Play• Keepers must understand positional play• Understanding positional play = easier
goalkeeping • What can a goalkeeper do to make a
player tame a bad shot?
Positional Play
What are the key points for the goalkeeper as it relates to positioning?
• 2 goal posts• The ball
Goal #1 Goal #2
Methods of CollectionKeep as much of their body square to the ball as possible at all
times.
Hand Positions:– Hands in a comfortable position – Half way up or down – Use the same starting position all the time
Note:With young players often the ball is too large for their hands. If they try to catch the ball, it will slip through their hands and into the goal.
Teach the “W” for high balls and the “M” for balls below the waist.
• Bend at the waist• Go to one knee• Keep eyes on the ball• Hands form the “M”• Ball runs over the hand and up
the arms• Gather the ball to the chest• Stand up straight• Put the ball away
Ground Balls
Methods of Collection
High Balls• Extend the arms and use the
hands to take speed of ball• Use the “W” hand extended• As the ball hits, bend elbows
to cushion the force of the shot
• Put the ball away
Methods of Collection
Waist high balls • Catch with the body• Body collapses/ Takes force• Arms to make a pocket• Try not to catch it with their
hands• Put the ball away
Methods of Collection
Goalkeeper DistributionTechnical Coaching Points Hands and
Feet
Bowling• Accurate short • Cradled with hand and
forearm• Step towards & bring
arm back• Swing arm low to the
ground• Quick & Smooth• Follow through
Goalkeeper Distribution
Baseball Throw• Intermediate style • Palm of the throwing
hand• Keeper steps toward
target• Body gets low to the
ground• Ball is thrown hard and
low• Follow through• Ball may skip
Goalkeeper Distribution
Sling Throw• Medium/Long range• Side Position• Point towards target• Cradle Ball • Keep arm straight• Release point• Backspin• Follow through
Goalkeeper Distribution
• Long, quick, and manageable distribution• Timing is the key
• The ball must be struck just as it hits the ground• Too early?• Too late ?
• Release of the ball• Plant foot • Kicking foot/leg swings straight back • Upper body• The kicking leg swings forward with the toe pointed
down • The contact surface on the foot is the middle to upper
foot on the laces
Goalkeeper DistributionHalf Volley
Punting• Can release ball with
either or both hands • Head down, eyes focused
on the ball
• Backswing with kicking leg • Plant foot aimed at target • Plant leg slightly bent• Contact point is the laces
of the shoe • Ankle locked• Follow through
Goalkeeper Distribution
Organizing the Defense & Goalkeeper Communication
• Communicating is key• Try to reduce goalkeeper action• Evaluate on shots on goal, not saves
Play The Position
NOT
Perform The Position
Teach Your Keepers To:
Organizing the Defense
• Keepers that can READ the game…• Last line of defense• Best vision of the game• Develop attack
How Should the Keeper Communicate?
Voice should be:
• Loud• Calm• Clear• Concise
Goalkeeper Communication
The goalkeeper must develop a glossary of terms that the team can agree on and understand the exact
meaning of each term.
Goalkeeper Communication
Goalkeeper Communication
• Communication must be precise - Not confusing
• In order to eliminate confusion, it is imperative to put a name to a specific job.
“Jack, get goal side of #10” (good example)
“Mark up!” (poor example)
Diagram #1: What should be said?
Diagram #2: What should be said?
Goalkeeper Communication
Keepers should:• Avoid “cheerleading“ – it’s not productive • Avoid yelling at teammates• Give support to their defenders• Critique sparingly
Note:How would the keeper feel after giving up a “soft” goal?
In this session we have covered:
Characteristics of a Goalkeeper• Basic Body Position of the Goalkeeper• Positional Play (Angles)• Methods of Collection• Methods of Distribution• Organizing the Defense
Remember:
1. Keepers need different training than field players
2. Take the time to work with them3. You may have to set up a separate
session4. Give them your attention coach; your
team will reap the benefits.
From the psychological and physical standpoints, the keeper occupies what may be the most difficult and important of all team positions.
Topflight goalkeepers combine a proper approach to the game with outstanding physical ability. But, remember you are working with new goalkeepers. Take your time and be patient, they will make mistakes but they will learn from their mistakes.
It is up to you coach:
Teach Them To Be Keepers – NOT Goalies!!
Questions?