Goalkeeping Full Season Program

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1 Goalkeeping Full Season Program Copyright 1 Shooting

2 Goalkeeping Full Season Program This in depth item shows every GK session from the season at a premiership academy. Conducted with the Under 10 Under 16 Gk; s these sessions are split into convenient sections: Warm up Diving Handling & Shot Stopping Dealing with Crosses Catching, Throwing & Punching Communication 1 v. 1 Situations Technique & Co-ordination Game Situations Conditioning Fun Games Enjoy Your Coaching Copyright 2 Shooting

3 Contents Section Page No. Warm - Ups Footwork 7 Jumping / Collapsing 8 Quickhands 9 Upper Body Rotation 10 Learning to Punch the Ball 11 Goalie War 12 Catching & Holding 13 Jump, Catch, Throw 14 Falling & Diving Sideways 15 Diving Jump Forward & Dive 16 Diving Saves 17 Extension Dive 18 Parrying 19 Tipping 20 Rolling & Saving 21 Jumping & Saving 22 Handling & Shot Stopping Basic Handling & Shot Stopping 23 Basic Handling & Shot Stopping 24 Basic Handling & Shot Stopping 25 Copyright 3 Shooting

4 Section Page No. Improving Shot Stopping 26 Basic Handling & Shot Stopping Dealing with Crosses Dealing with Crosses 30 Improving collection of crosses and 31 accuracy of Distribution Learning to intercept crosses from flanks 32 Improving handling of crosses from flank 33 Improving handling of crosses from flank 34 outside 18 yard box Improving handling of crosses from flank 35 Intercepting and throwing 36 Intercepting inside a cone jungle 37 Intercepting and starting a counterattack 38 Coordination plus interception 39 Corner kick/throw-in at near post 40 Cross between goal box and penalty spot 41 Dribbling diagonally into penalty box 42 Basic position on crosses 43 Intercepting while moving backwards 44 Catching, Throwing & Punching GK Squash 45 Improving Punching Technique 46 Learning to Punch the Ball 47 Improving Catching & Throwing 48 Copyright 4 Shooting

5 Section Page No. Improving Catching & Throwing Keeper Volleyball 49 Improving catching and throwing (Goalie War) 50 Improving catching and throwing (part 2) 51 Improving catching and kicking 52 Communication Improving communication and teamwork between 53 GK and defender Improving judgment, communication, positioning 54 and responsibilities Improving GK game skills; communication, handling 55 pressure and positioning 1 v. 1 Situations Improving 1. 1 with attackers Improving 1. 1 situations against break-a-ways 59 Improving 1. 1 with attackers (part 2) Technique & Co-ordination Reflexes 62 Quick Reactions Improving pick-up and distribution 65 Technique & Co-ordination Game Situations Judging /recognizing through balls and improving 69 play off line Improving coming off line against break-a-ways 70 Improving quick transition by goal-keeping 71 Copyright 5 Shooting

6 Section Page No. GK Soccer 72 Quick Transition 73 4 v. 4 Game 74 Conditioning Drills Competitive Exercise on the Goal 75 Running Exercise with Coach & Ball Fun Games The Alamo The Complete GK Drill 82 GK Wars 83 Copyright 6 Shooting

7 Warm-Up Footwork GK stands in the middle of the 10 by 10 yard grid surrounded by red and green markers. GK has to turn over as many alternate red then green markers in one minute. Progression Introduce more colours Every player to practice Reduce time of practice Compete two players against each other Players must shuffle sideways click heels Keep low centre of gravity Stay in ready position Spring out of stride after turning over marker Keep a steady pace Copyright 7 Shooting

8 Jumping / Collapsing Every player has a ball in a 20 by 20 yard grid. Players jog side shuffle etc around. On coaches command players have to perform task set. (1) Collapse on the ball (2) High catch. Progression Players throw ball up for themselves at first Players should exchange balls with someone else Vary height and pace of serves into other players Players must perform correct techniques Collapse with hands on ball and body protecting spillage s High catches jump off one foot knee up to protect yourself W hand shape Copyright 8 Shooting

9 Quick Hands Every player has a ball in a 20 by 20 yard grid. Players perform tasks set by the coach. Bounce ball clap hands and catch ball Bounce ball clap twice and catch ball Bounce ball clap three times and catch ball Progression Increase number of claps to extortionate level!!! Bring in a spin after claps and still catch ball Bring in a spin and pose on one knee before catching ball Concentrate on the ball Clap quickly and keep eye on the ball On the spin maintain balance and focus Enjoy the drill Copyright 9 Shooting

10 Upper Body Rotation Working in pairs players stand back to back. X1 has ball in hands and turns to right and passes to X2. X2 rotates upper body from left to right and hands ball back to X1. Repeat. Progression Limit time and count passes completed Do over-under sequence. X1 through legs X2 over head etc Sit players toe to toe make them sit up pass, lay back touch ball on ground over head sit up, pass and repeat Do with feet players lay head to head All drills to be performed at high pace Quick hands Full rotation of the body No throwing ball to catch breath must be passed Maintain focus under pressure and when disorientated Copyright 10 Shooting

11 Learning to punch ball Two teams try to score by punching ball into goal. Game start off with a throw, next ball needs to be punched. Third can be caught again. Players can move around freely If ball touches ground, ball turns over to other team All players must shout for ball ( keeper s ball ), otherwise ball turns over Keeper in goal is allowed to catch ball Punch ball at highest points Direct punch to keep possession Copyright 11 Shooting

12 Improving catching and throwing (Goalie War) Two goalkeepers both defend a half field and a goal. Goalkeepers try to score by throwing ball into opponent s goal from own half of field Goalkeeper may throw ball from spot where he catches it Game starts from goal line When ball is out-of-bounds, start from goal line Score by volley, drop-kick or shot Throw with weaker arm Use 4 goals/extra goalkeepers Be ready to adjust and change position quickly Throw accurately Copyright 12 Shooting

13 Improving catching and kicking Players A and B each defend a grid They try to score by kicking the ball into the opponent s grid. If ball bounces inside grid, player scores points. Other player can prevent bounce by catching ball Score from volley: 1 point Score from drop-kick: 2 points Ball outside grid: 1 point opponent Progression Vary distance and size of grids Kick accurately: concentrate Put good pace and direction on ball Use instep/lace Copyright 13 Shooting

14 Jump, catch and throw One Gk stands in the goal The coach stands off to one side, with several balls Another keeper stands outside the penalty box Catch the ball as soon as possible, in front of your head and at the top of its arc When you throw, take a bracing step in the direction of the throw Copyright 14 Shooting

15 Falling and diving sideways Mark out a 10 x 10 area. GK s stand inside the field, without balls. Place one ball on the sidelines for each GK. GK s move freely among themselves in the field. At the coach s signal, each keeper falls on a ball and secures it, diving sideways. Which keeper is the last to secure a ball? Progressions GK can secure the balls using any technique they like The number of balls is one less then the number of GK s. Which GK is unable to secure a ball Copyright 15 Shooting

16 Jump Forward and Dive Set up two cones in front of a goal (1m apart) One GK stands behind them; the coach stands in front with several balls Take one or more steps to the side (step-step-jump) The jumping leg should only touch the ground briefly when you take off Copyright 16 Shooting

17 DIVING SAVES GK stands next to the goalpost (within the goal) GK2 and GK3 stand outside the goal at the posts The coach stands 12 yards away (with balls) Sequence GK1 shuffles to the centre of the goal and sets for a shot from the coach After making the save, GK1 exits the goal toward GK2, who enters the goal and continues the sequence Variations Coach serves with a volley GK s bowl ball to coach, who redirects on first touch GK2 bowls ball to coach; GK1 shuffles to centre GK uses a cross-over step GK starts out facing the flank and uses a drop-step and a cross-over to get into position Serve progressively: warm GK s up by playing balls at them first Focus on setting, footwork and handling technique Emphasize catching first and then parrying Copyright 17 Shooting

18 Extension dive GK1 starts out in the centre of the goal GK3 stands 12 yards outside the goal GK2 stands off the field by the goalpost C stands in middle outside the penalty area (with balls) Sequence On command, GK1 moves to the ball line and handles a volley or half-volley from GK3, then foot-works across the goal for a shot from the coach. GK3 may shoot at either post. The coach serves off the ground After facing the second shot, GK 1 exits the goal toward GK2, who enters the goal and continues the sequence Rotate GK s Progression Players hoot off the ground from wide positions Coach serves volleys or drop kicks Wide server passes ball back to coach for shot Wide server touches the ball, then either passes to coach for shot or strikes ball toward goal Address vertical and lateral positioning Footwork: Practice the shuffle (shorter distances) and cross-over step (longer distances) Players should make decision to catch or parry early Depending on the height, position and power of the shot, keepers may use the fingertips or the heel of the hand to parry. Copyright 18 Shooting

19 Coach Parrying GK1 stands in the centre of the goal GK2 and GK3 stand outside the goal, one on each post Coach stands 18 yards away and position five balls for shots Sequence GK1 faces five consecutive shots from the coach Each shot is played quickly toward the corners of the goal After each shot, GK1 must recover for the next shot attempt After the fifth shot, GK1 exits the goal and GK2 enters; repeat sequence Progressions Coach serves volleys and drop kicks Coach waits for GK to recover to ball line GK foot-works to touch a post, then saves to the opposite side GK drops to stomach and then recovers to feet for the shot. After each shot, GK moves back to centre of goal Focus on responding to shots quickly, recovering back to feet and foot-working across the goal Emphasizing parrying balls out of danger and away from the goal Avoid stopping the ball in-front of the goal for second-chance opportunities Copyright 19 Shooting

20 Coach Tipping GK1 stands in the centre of the goal GK3 is outside the top of the penalty area GK2 stands outside the field by the goalpost Sequence GK3 tosses a ball so that GK1 must come out between the six yard line and the penalty spot to catch the ball As soon as GK1 lands, the coach tries to score by driving or chipping the ball over GK1 After making the save GK1 exits the goal, GK2 enters and repeats Variations Coach volleys Coach moves off on an angle Copyright 20 Shooting

21 Rolling and saving GK1 stands in the centre of the goal GK2 waits outside the goal at the post Coach stands 12 yards away Sequence Coach volley s ball to GK1 Upon catching the ball GK1 rolls backwards with it. Using his momentum, he gets back to his feet without using his hands and throws ball back to coach One GK1 is on feet, shuffles and touches a goalpost, repeats Rotate GK s after 10 repetitions Variations Gk does a push-up after each save, then shuffles to goalpost Forward roll Sprints to post Copyright 21 Shooting

22 Jumping and saving GK 1 starts facing his own goal GK2 waits outside the goal at the post Coach stands 14 yards away Sequence At the coach s command, GK1 jumps up to touch the crossbar with his forearms while moving laterally across the goalmouth Then GK1 turns and footwork s back across the goal to face a shot from the coach on the other side GK1 changes directions after 4 repetitions Rotate GK after 8 reps Variations GK does a push-up, then jumps to touch the crossbar GK drops to sit on the ground, then jumps to touch the bar Copyright 22 Shooting

23 Basic Handling & Shot Stopping Playing in and around the penalty area, a goalkeeper and two defenders line up with the defenders on each post. A server plays the ball into any of the three attackers at the edge of the area. The defenders become live on attackers first touch. The attacking player who receives the ball cannot shoot first time but must pass to a team mate. If the defenders win the ball they return it to the server. Progression If a ball gets cleared behind the goals by defender or goalkeeper, the server can throw a ball in for a header. After three attacks, rotate positions Starting position Communication Movement into/down the line Set position Technique of save / recovery saves Decision to hold, deflect or parry Copyright 23 Shooting

24 Basic Handling & Shot Stopping Two goalkeepers work at the same time. GK1 moves into line with S1 and receives a shot. At the same time GK2 moves into line and saves from S3. GK1 then moves to S2 and GK2 moves to S4. Each goalkeeper performs drill twice. Progression Change angles of servers Starting positions in relation to the ball Set as player is about to shoot Choice of save hold/deflect Copyright 24 Shooting

25 Basic Handling & Shot Stopping Two goalkeepers work at the same time. GK1 moves into line with S1 and receives a shot. At the same time GK2 moves into line and saves from S3. GK1 then moves to S2 and GK2 moves to S4. Each goalkeeper performs drill twice. Progression Change angles of servers Starting positions in relation to the ball Set as player is about to shoot Choice of save hold/deflect Copyright 25 Shooting

26 Improving shot stopping Players take shots from 18 yard line after 1-2 combination with team-mate Let players switch position All kinds of shots Progression Introduce defenders Stay on toes, hands up Keep eyes on ball Cut off angles Copyright 26 Shooting

27 Basic Handling & Shot Stopping S1 plays the ball to either of the attacking players. On the first touch of attacker, the defender can attack the ball. GK1 works with defender to make saves. Progression GK1 plays for four attacks the players change positions S1 and D become attackers Attackers become defenders and server Goalkeepers rotate Starting position in relation to the ball Into line as the pass is played Set as player is about to shoot Choice of save hold/deflect Communication with defender Copyright 27 Shooting

28 Basic Handling & Shot Stopping Goalkeeper lines up behind a small goal 4 yards wide with two balls a further 2 yards wide and slightly in front. The server throws/volley s the ball at head height for GK to save. After making the save the GK must move left or right and dive at ball. Progression Server now plays ball towards outer balls for GK to save before it hits the ball. Starting position Footwork into line Set as server shoots Technique take the ball early step towards the ball Secure the ball Copyright 28 Shooting

29 Basic Handling & Shot Stopping Six cones are placed one yard apart. Two flags are placed eight yards apart to form a small goal between cone and flag. GK starts at the back of the cones and first moves into line with S1 to receive a shot. He then side skips into line with S2 for second shot, then into line with S1 and so on. Service should be to feet for a scoop save. Progression Vary height and pace of service Make GK dive and save Starting position Footwork into line Set as player shoots Technique take the ball early Choice of save/catch Secure the ball Hold/ deflect safe areas Copyright 29 Shooting

30 Dealing with Crosses Same set up as previous but now the GK starts with the ball. The GK throws to S1 and then moves towards him. The server then delivers the ball over the GK s head for him to move his feet backwards to catch the ball. Repeat to S2. Progression Vary height and pace of delivery Starting position Assess flight of the ball Communication As GK retreats, adopt a side-on position with footwork becoming a lateral side stepping movement Take off one footed inside leg for take-off Catch, punch or deflect the ball Copyright 30 Shooting

31 Coach Improving collection of crosses and accuracy of Distribution Coach sends in crosses to goalkeeper from various positions (I, ii, iii, iv). GK intercepts crosses and stars attack quickly by throwing or kicking ball in one of 3 goals Vary crosses; in/out swinging, hard, low Progression Read flight /trajectory of ball Put GK s in all 4 goals Decide quickly where to throw or kick ball Copyright 31 Shooting

32 Learning to intercept crosses from flanks Player B passes ball to player on top of 18 yard box (under pressure of defender). Player wall passes and player B passes to player A on flank. Player A crosses ball to player B and C. GK tries to intercept cross Cross from left and right In and out swinging crosses Progression Let GK, if he wins ball, restart game by throwing at target Follow the whole play Communicate with defender Position of line, side ways on Catch cross at highest point In a ready position at all times Copyright 32 Shooting

33 Improving handling of crosses from flank GK throws ball to player A. Player A gives a pass to Player B on flank. Player B crosses ball and GK intercepts/catches cross. Player A goes to goal to try to score Vary crosses from left and right Vary trajectory of ball to player 1 Read flight of ball Call for ball Catch at highest point Copyright 33 Shooting

34 Coach Improving handling of crosses from flank outside 18 yard box GK throws ball to player 1. Player 1 passes ball to player 2 who passes ball to player 3 on flank. Players 1 and 2 make runs in front of goal and try to finish cross on goal. GK tries to intercept cross. Vary crosses From left and right side flank Follow whole play Read flight of ball Call for ball Catch ball at highest point Copyright 34 Shooting

35 Improving handling of crosses from flank GK throws ball to player A. Player A gives a pass to Player B on flank. Player B crosses ball and GK intercepts/catches cross. Player A goes to goal to try to score Vary from left and right Read flight of ball Call for ball Catch at highest point Copyright 35 Shooting

36 Intercepting and throwing GK stands in the goal A and B stand on the wings, each with a number of balls GK2 stands in the field GK3 stands next to the goal Sequence A plays a cross in front of the goal (1) GK1 throws to GK (2) GK2 catches the ball and throws it back to A (3) Repeat the sequence on the other side with B Afterwards, GK switch roles and positions Progression GK2 receives and controls the ball, then plays a flighted ball back to the wing GK1 drop-kicks to GK2 Copyright 36 Shooting

37 Intercepting inside a cone jungle Setup is same as in Exercise 1, except GK1 stands at the far post, there is a cone in the middle of the goal line, and there are numerous cones ( cone jungle ) in the goal box Sequence GK1 jogs toward the cone on the goal liner, touches it, then runs out to jump up and intercept a high ball thrown in by the coach GK1 throws the ball back to the coach and moves to the back of the line Variation: Instead of the cone jungle, GK2 and GK3 move around inside the box Training peripheral vision: GK s must remain aware of nearby obstacles while focusing on an incoming ball Copyright 37 Shooting

38 Intercepting and starting a counterattack Setup A crosser (coach) stands on the wing with a number of balls GK1 stands in the goal (see notes on the proper basic position) while the other keepers stand by the far post, outside the field. Set up another set up another standard goal and one small goal in diagonal positions as shown. Sequence The crosser plays a cross into the goal box GK1 intercepts the ball and either throws it at the small goal (1) or volleys/drop-kicks it at the standard goal (2) Rotate GK s Which keeper can score the most goals Variation: GK2 and GK3 interfere with GK1 s interception Copyright 38 Shooting

39 Coordination plus interception Setup is same as exercise 9 except: The coach stands at the corner of the penalty box, and five poles are placed in a row in front of the goal, slightly elevated and parallel to the goal line Sequence GK1 runs sideways over the poles, facing the coach, then runs out to jump and intercept a high ball thrown in by the coach GK1 throws the ball back to the coach and moves to the back of the line Switch sides every few rounds Progression GK takes a specified number of steps between poles Lay out just three poles. The coach throws the ball farther, forcing the GK to run backwards and deflect the ball to the corner (to GK2 and GK3) Copyright 39 Shooting

40 Corner kick/throw-in at near post The GK must instantly decide whether or not to leave the goal, move toward the ball, and jump behind the other players The danger is that attackers will play the ball directly into the near corner or relay it to the far post You can make the GK more uncomfortable by placing an extra attacker between the keeper and the other players Copyright 40 Shooting

41 Cross between goal box and penalty spot Players rarely bunch up in this situation, but the keeper still has to decide whether to move toward the ball and leave the goal open, or to rely on his teammates and his own reactions Put a little spin on the ball (cross) Forwards should keep shooting positions open as long as possible and move in behind their opponents Copyright 41 Shooting

42 Dribbling diagonally into penalty box First, the GK has to cover the near corner, to keep attackers from scoring directly (blue) This should force the shooter to play a cross or back pass to teammates in front of the goal (orange) The keeper tries to anticipate the attack quickly as possible, and either moves toward ball or moves to the middle of the goal line to block the ball there (orange) Fake a cross, for example by clearly looking at the area in front of the goal Meanwhile, watch the GK s movements and be ready to shoot directly Copyright 42 Shooting

43 Basic position on crosses Feet are shoulder-width apart Knees are slightly bent, weight is on balls of the feet Stance is loose ( dancing in place) Arms are bent and close to the torso; hands are open Eyes are on the ball Position 1: GK stands about one yard away from the near post, almost on the goal line, covering the near corner Position 2: GK moves backwards toward the centre of the goal and away from the goal line, toward the midfield Position 3: GK stands even further away from the goal line, in the back third of the goal Copyright 43 Shooting

44 Intercepting while moving backwards The coach stands on one of the penalty box sidelines, one yard away from the endline, with a number of balls The first GK (GK1) stands in the centre of the goal line. GK2 and GK3 stand by the far post, outside the field Set out 4 cones in a diagonal row leading from the near post into the goal box Sequence GK1 jogs toward the near post, tags it, then runs out to jump up and intercept a high ball thrown in by the coach GK1 throws the ball back to the coach and moves to the back of the line Practice on both sides. If you have fewer than three GK s, be sure rest periods are long enough (30 seconds minimum) Copyright 44 Shooting

45 Goalkeeping squash 2 GK are positioned inside a 10 x 10 grid. They attempt to score by throwing ball into kickback rebounder to bounce back out of reach of other GK inside grid. If GK catches ball before it hits ground, he throws it back from that spot Progression 4 players (2 v. 2) Catch ball with 1 hand Throw only with weaker arm Stay on toes at all times Ready to move and adjust Concentrate Copyright 45 Shooting

46 Improving Punching technique Coach throws ball in air to GK in goal. GK punches ball away to the sides. 4 GK collect balls and throw them back to keepers C and D. Pressure GK Progression Add defenders/attackers to make it more realistic Punch ball at highest point possible. Call out keeper s ball Make fist to punch ball Accurately punch ball to sides Copyright 46 Shooting

47 Learning to punch ball Two teams try to score by punching ball into goal. Game start off with a throw, next ball needs to be punched. Third can be caught again. Players can move around freely If ball touches ground, ball turns over to other team All players must shout for ball ( keeper s ball ), otherwise ball turns over Keeper in goal is allowed to catch ball Punch ball at highest points Direct punch to keep possession Copyright 47 Shooting

48 Improving throwing and catching Team in possession passes the ball around (using hands) and attempts to cross centre line. After crossing centre field they attempt to throw ball into kick-back (player if no kick back available) to score Team-mate has to catch ball after it comes back from kick-back (player_ and before it touches the ground If other team intercepts ball, it has to go back over centre line before they can score Players can t run with ball Copyright 48 Shooting

49 Coach Improving catching and throwing with keeper volleyball 4 v. 4 games. Volleyball rules. Game starts with throw as service. First ball may be caught. Other passes must be punched Points are scored when ball bounces on ground Ball must be played 3 times before going over net Use 1 or 2 hands for punches Time your jump and punch Communicate Copyright 49 Shooting

50 Improving catching and throwing (Goalie War) Two goalkeepers both defend a half field and a goal. Goalkeepers try to score by throwing ball into opponent s goal from own half of field Goalkeeper may throw ball from spot where he catches it Game starts from goal line When ball is out-of-bounds, start from goal line Score by volley, drop-kick or shot Throw with weaker arm Use 4 goals/extra goalkeepers Be ready to adjust and change position quickly Throw accurately Copyright 50 Shooting

51 Improving catching and throwing Two teams try to score by throwing ball to team-mate inside marked-off goal area Pass by throwing ball Ball can t touch ground Players can t run with ball Players can t be in goal area unless ball is played to them Progression Use volleys instead of throws Make quick and accurate passes Communicate and keep eye contact Copyright 51 Shooting

52 Improving catching and kicking Players A and B each defend a grid They try to score by kicking the ball into the opponent s grid. If ball bounces inside grid, player scores points. Other player can prevent bounce by catching ball Score from volley: 1 point Score from drop-kick: 2 points Ball outside grid: 1 point opponent Progression Vary distance and size of grids Kick accurately: concentrate Put good pace and direction on ball Use instep/lace Copyright 52 Shooting

53 Coach Improving communication and teamwork between GK and defender Coach plays ball into space between GK and defender (pressured by an attacker). Defender and GK try to clear ball or try to keep possession by working together. They can score in 1 of 3 goals at half field If attacker wins ball, he cans shoot on goal Quick and decisive communication between GK and defender Accurate passing to keep possession or try to score Read path of ball Copyright 53 Shooting

54 Coach Improving judgment, communication, positioning and responsibilities GK throws or punts ball to player A who receives and dribbles towards goal. Defender puts pressure on Player A. Player A can take shot on goal or he can lay the ball off to player B who shoots on goal Let players shoot from outside 18 yard box Move on line by GK Communicate Keep eyes on ball Deflect shots to side Copyright 54 Shooting

55 Coach Improving GK game skills; communication, handling pressure and positioning Game of 6 v. 4 on 2 goals with goalkeeper Team of 6 puts pressure on GK with every back pass Team of 4 can score on goal with GK, and GK cans core on 2 small goals after back pass Play full rules Progression Play 6 v. 6 or 4 v. 4 plus 2 neutral players Communicate between GK and defender Make back pass accurate and at right pace Copyright 55 Shooting

56 Improving 1. 1 with attackers Attackers dribble toward goal and go 1 v. 1 with GK If GK wins ball he cans core by kicking or throwing ball into 1 of 2 goals GK tries to force attacker outside zone (Cones) Be patient Stay on feet as long as possible Cut off angles Stay low Force players outside Copyright 56 Shooting

57 Improving 1. 1 with attackers Attacker starts with ball and takes on GK. He attempts to score on goal but cannot leave grid. When GK wins ball, he can score in 1 of 3 goals Stay low, hands and feet ready Force attacker to sides or back to midfield Stay close to ball Be patient, choose right moment to win ball Copyright 57 Shooting

58 Improving 1. 1 situations with attackers Player with ball dribbles at speed toward s line 1 At line 1 he passes the ball into area behind line 2. Both player and GK try to win possession of ball after it s played. If GK wins ball he can score in 1 of 3 goals. If player regains possession he can take on goalkeeper and try to score on goal GK starts in area between lines 3 and 4 Read path and speed of ball Make quick, smart decisions Find new position quickly/footwork Copyright 58 Shooting

59 Improving 1. 1 situations against break-a-ways Player with ball is on break-a-way toward goal and tries to score. GK comes off line and tries to stop attack, while defender makes a recovery run to cover goal. If defence wins possession, they can score in opposite goal Play game at full speed Come off line and read situation Adjust position accordingly Communicate with defender Quick transition if ball is won Copyright 59 Shooting

60 Improving 1. 1 situations with attacker Player 1 passes to player 2 and makes a wide run. Player 2 passes the ball deep into player 1 s run. GK comes off line to take space in front of goal. Player 1 tries to score. If GK wins ball he cans core by kicking or throwing ball into 1 of 3 goal Progression Vary angle of ball to player 1 (high, hard, to side, etc) Come off line and make attacker put his head down. Read flight of ball and make quick decisions. Force player to outside or back to midfield. Be ready to adjust and react. Copyright 60 Shooting

61 Improving 1. 1 situations with attacker Player 1 passes to player 2 and runs deep. Player 2 passes the ball deep into player 1 s run. GK comes off line to take space in front of goal. Player 1 tries to score. If GK wins ball he can score in 1 of 3 Progression Vary trajectory of ball to player 1 Come off line and make attacker put his head down. Read flight of ball and make quick decisions. Force player to outside or back to midfield. Be ready to adjust and react. Copyright 61 Shooting

62 Coach Reflexes Working in pairs. GK stands in goal with back to the attacker. The attacker shouts turn and throws the ball at goal. GK has to spin and make reaction save. Progression Both players act as GK Vary height and pace of throw Increase distance apart and shoot with feet GK s must be up on toes and in ready position Attacker must shout then immediately release the ball Vary shots make GK work on different saves Make the Save Copyright 62 Shooting

63 Quick Reactions Same set up as previous but now facing each other. GK stands two feet in front of goal facing the attacker who is three feet away. The attacker rolls the ball through GK s legs. GK has to spin and make save so ball does not cross line. Progression Both players act as goalkeeper Vary pace of roll Shoot with feet GK s must be up on toes and in ready position Attacker s passes must be of a sensible speed Make GK work keep the passes coming Make the save by collapsing on the ball protect rebounds Copyright 63 Shooting

64 Quick Reactions Working in groups of 3. GK stands in goal and X2 and X1 line up level with goalposts six yards from goal. X2 throws at goal GK saves and shuffles across goal to make low shot save from X1. Progression Servers must have a supply of balls X2 should try and hit the left corner and X1 should hit bottom right Increase pace of shots and time between shots to test GK s ability Allow for rebounds if GK is very good at saving Increase distance if serve is good enough Servers must be accurate Serves should give GK a chance to get there in time Really make the GK work GK s must save and bounce up quickly for next save Spring off nearest leg and save with nearest hand keep strong wrist Copyright 64 Shooting

65 Improving pick-up and distribution Player B dribbles and passes ball back to goalkeeper. Goalkeeper quickly picks up ball and rills or throws ball to moving player C Pass and roll to both sides Progression Throws or punts to player Stay behind ball when picking up Distribute into player s run Keep ball close to ground Bend knees when rolling/distributing ball Copyright 65 Shooting

66 Technique and coordination The GK stands at a cone. Two yards away, there are three more cones marking two 3 yard wide goals (A and B). The coach has a ball and stands five yards in front of them. At the coach s signal (A or B), the GK runs around the centre cone and stops a ground ball from C in the designated goal. The centre cones is a bit behind the other two, so that the GK has to move forward to the ball. Progression The GK does a forward role before running around the centre cone Rolling over the hips, side and shoulder stopping the ball out in front : on a ball to the right, taking a short step toward it with the right foot and stopping it as soon as possible Copyright 66 Shooting

67 Technique and coordination Setup is the same as above. Between the starting cone and the centre cone, lay out a row of five poles spaced half a yard apart. Gk s run over the poles in various ways, then stop the ball in the goal by falling and rolling sideways: Take one step between poles Take two steps between poles Take varying numbers of steps between poles Run forwards-backwards over poles 2 and 4 Run around poles 2 and 4 in a complete circle Run sideways between poles in a slalom pattern Focus on fast footwork and taking lots of small steps between the poles Run on the forefoot, ready for action! Combine different running variations with one another Copyright 67 Shooting

68 Technique and coordination Setup is the same as above. Between the starting cone and the centre cone, lay out a row of five poles spaced half a yard apart. Gk s run over the poles in various ways, then stop the ball in the goal by falling and rolling sideways: Take one step between poles Take two steps between poles Take varying numbers of steps between poles Run forwards-backwards over poles 2 and 4 Run around poles 2 and 4 in a complete circle Run sideways between poles in a slalom pattern Focus on fast footwork and taking lots of small steps between the poles Run on the forefoot, ready for action! Combine different running variations with one another Copyright 68 Shooting

69 Coach Judging /recognizing through balls and improving play off line 7 v. 7 game (man to man no sweeper) Defending team defends field in front of 20 yard line. Attacking team attempts to split defence or pass over top of defence into 20 yard zone and score on goal Defenders cannot go past 20 yard line Attacking team may score from anywhere. Scoring after through pass or long pass counts double Attacking team can t play combinations inside 20 yard zone GK must play off line Communicate between GK and defenders Come off line quickly to intercept through pass Copyright 69 Shooting

70 Improving coming off line against break-a-ways 4 v. 2 keep-away game at midfield. Coach calls out name or number of players. Ball is played into run of moving player for a 1 v. 1with GK After player leaves grid, new player steps in and new 4 v. 2 starts Keep low Come off line quickly Cut off angle Stay feet GK always ready to come and intercept pass or position in front of goal Introduce defender to put pressure on from behind Copyright 70 Shooting

71 Improving quick transition by goal-keeping Player crosses ball inside 18 yard box. GK intercepts (catches) ball and starts attacks quickly by kicking ball up field to 2 attackers. Attackers play 2 v. 2 against 2 defenders and try to score on opposite goal Start game on other side after attack Progression 3 v. 3, 4 v. 4 Look up quickly after catching ball Pass/kick into space or run of attacker Concentrate on accurate kick/pass Copyright 71 Shooting

72 Goalkeeper Soccer On a 25 by 40 yard game field two teams of equal number plus GK s. Normal Game except the team in possession plays normal soccer and the defending team has to use GK techniques only i.e. diving, catching etc to win the ball back. Progression Rotate the actual GK position for each team Use larger or smaller field dimensions depending on age, ability and group size Encourage quick transition players must switch mentalities when they lose possession Utilize being able to use your hands stay up on feet and bide time to dive in for tackling Reinforce good technique in every aspect of play Copyright 72 Shooting

73 Quick Transition Two goals are placed on a field two thirds normal size. O1 begins by crossing into area for the GK to come and claim. The GK calls and then claims the ball and immediately delivers up field for the two s X s. The two X s go 2v2 against two O s and try to score past GK at opposite end of field. Play until finish. Progression O1 should have supply of balls opposite end GK can practice distribution to O1 after finish This drill can be built up with crosses coming from both sides, add in attackers pressing the GK and then defenders and attackers, as you wish, to create more game-like situations Big positive claim to begin the drill Get head up before and after you catch and know who you are clearing it to Select appropriate clearance long throw, drop-kick etc. Communicate to player and distribute quickly and more important, accurately Copyright 73 Shooting

74 Coach Game Mark out a 25 x 45 yard area Divide players into 3 teams of 4 plus 2 GK s. One team waits outside the field Each of the teams on the field positions one forward in its attacking half Playing time is 2/3 minutes Sequence Teams play 4 v. 4 on two goals with goalkeepers The objective is to create as many shots as possible on goal, preferably from a distance Forwards are not allowed to move back across the centerline; they try to lay balls back, redirect shots and finish rebounds Games conclude after two or three minutes, or three goals Rotate teams Progression Use resting team players as possession players Teams play 5 v.5 with 3 GK s Address vertical and lateral positioning Footwork: Practice the shuffle (shorter distances) and cross-over step (longer distances) Players should make decision to catch or parry early Depending on the height, position and power of the shot, keepers may use the fingertips or the heel of the hand to parry Copyright 74 Shooting

75 Competitive exercise on the goal Set up two goals facing one another, about 16 yards apart. Divide goalkeepers into Teams A and B. One keeper from each team stands in the goal; the others wait next to it. GK A has a ball. Keep extra balls ready in both goals. A shoots at B s goal, then immediately moves out of the goal and is replaced by the next keeper in line. B tries to stop or save the ball, then shoots at A s goal, and so on. First to ten? Variations Keeper can throw, kick, punt or drop kick the ball Change the scoring: Which team can score more goals in the space of 10 mins Goals scored with ground balls aimed at the corners count double Move the goals closer together to make it easier Copyright 75 Shooting

76 Running exercises with ball and coach G1 stands in a standard goal, GK2 at the left post of a 5 yard wide goal 1 yard away. The coach (C) has a ball and stands 5 yards away in front of the smaller goal. C shoots on the ground at the far corner of this goal, and GK2 dives for the ball, stands up quickly, turns around, kicks the ball a short distance ahead and then tries to score against GK1 with a well timed instep kick. GK s switch roles and positions if GK 2 scores, or after several rounds. Progression GK2 drop-kicks or volleys Reaching for the ball with both hands Keeping your eyes on the ball Copyright 76 Shooting

77 Coach Running exercises with ball and coach 1 Two GK s practice with the coach (c); each GK has a ball. C runs between the GK s. At C s signal, one GK throws to C. C throws a high ball to one side, and the GK runs to catch it in the air General warm up Motivational warm up Coordination training GK specific technique training Developing mobility and a feel for the ball Copyright 77 Shooting

78 Coach Running exercises with ball and coach 2 Running exercises with ball and coach 3 Setup and sequence Set up is same as exercise 13. At an audible signal from the coach, both GK s run forward and throw their balls up in the air, then each one switches sides and catches the other one s ball in the air 2. Setup is as previous; at the coach s signal, both GK s simultaneously roll their balls straight ahead. Each one quickly switches sides and dives for the other one s ball. Before diving for the ball, each GK has to do a coordination exercise (forward roll etc) Copyright 78 Shooting

79 Coach Running exercises with ball and coach 4 Two GK s practice with the coach (c). One player runs after the other; C has a ball and stands off to one side. At C s signal, the player in front stops with legs apart; the other player crawls between them ad dives for a ground ball from C. Afterwards the two players switch roles. Progression Sequence is the same, except the GK has to do a forward roll before diving for the ball. At C s signal, the player in front (GK1) stops and squats. GK2 jumps over GK1 and catches a high bal thrown from the side by C Copyright 79 Shooting

80 The Alamo!!! Two goalkeepers in the centre of box. Players on the outside pass the ball around and try to score through any of the three goals in the centre triangle. Rotate the goalkeepers everyone three minutes Progression If GK s are very good allow them to play in the centre on their own To speed shots up, play two touch on the outside or one touch if ability will allow GK s should be up on their toes and shuffling from side to side heels clicking Enforce good diving technique and correct handling Try to catch shots and eliminate rebounds Communication between both GK s is vital Copyright 80 Shooting

81 The Alamo One goalkeeper and six servers with a supply of balls positioned around in a semi-circle five yards from the goal. Each server has a number and coach calls out one number at a time to strike the ball at goal to beat the GK. Progression Servers should vary height and pace of each shot at goal and give GK adequate time to get in position Once GK has got the quick footwork move the servers back five yards and work on closing down the angle around the semi-circle Always be aware of your position in the goal React quickly to the number of server called and shuffle with quick feet across goal into saving position Hands should always be in ready position Handle each shot properly Copyright 81 Shooting

82 The Complete Goalie Drill One goalkeeper with five outfield positions with an equal number of players at each station. L starts by lobbing a throw high for the GK to call for and claim. GK then distributes out to opposite side O. O plays give and go with S and shoots at GK. Progression Repeat from opposite side with R starting and X finishing Players rotate one position in sequence each time i.e. L to O O to S S to L etc. Rotate GK as well Allow S to shoot or lay off to keep GK guessing Big shout for the ball jump correctly and turn and distribute quickly with an over arm throw Get in position early for each stage and shuffle feet Close down at correct angle for shot and make appropriate save Be alert when S has option to shoot or lay off Copyright 82 Shooting

83 Goalie Wars Two teams of two GK s on a 30 by 15 yard game pitch with two full sized goals. Teams have to score past the opposition by kicking, throwing, punching the ball in the oppositions goal. Players must stay in their of the field. First team to score three goals wins. Progression Play the game like a world cup competition where all teams get to play each other once Award two points for each victory Team with the most points are the winners of Goalie Wars This game should be fast and furious each team trying to catch the other team out of position or not ready Teams decide whether to defend and attack side by side or one in front of the other Although for fun, correct-handling, shot stopping, throwing, punching, drop kicking should be adhered to throughout Copyright 83 Shooting