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Footwork and Diving for Goalkeepers

Enhance goalkeeper footwork and improve diving saves.

Goalkeeping15-16U1811-1213-14group1 players minimumstarstarstarstarstar4.4 (13)
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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
  • Two poles
  • Full-size goal
  • Several soccer balls
Setup
  1. Area: Full pitch
  2. Goals: One full-size goal
  3. Team Red GK: 1 yellow goalkeeper starting at one pole, 5 yards from the other pole, in front of the goal
  4. Coach: 1 grey coach positioned between the poles facing the goalkeeper with several balls for serving
  5. Equipment: Two poles positioned 5 yards apart in front of the goal, one full-size goal, several soccer balls with the coach
Instructions
  1. Goalkeeper starts at one pole and shuffles to the other.
  2. Goalkeeper touches the base of the pole and gets into a low set position.
  3. As the goalkeeper sets, the coach serves the ball to prompt a low or mid-dive save.
  4. Goalkeeper pushes off the foot nearest to the ball, executing a dive to catch the ball.
  5. Repeat with the coach increasing serve difficulty as proficiency improves.
Coaching Points
  • Maintain a balanced set position with body weight forward.
  • Focus on technique and body alignment.
  • Stand large in 1v1 situations, assessing angles quickly.
  • Move swiftly and keep light on feet.
  • Anticipate shots and react without hesitation.
  • Communicate effectively with teammates.
  • Monitor and adapt to the flight and pace of the ball.
  • Confidently narrow angles and execute diving saves.
  • Encourage a positive attitude and expect a shot at any time.
  • Develop coordination through consistent practice.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Increase the speed and unpredictability of ball serves.
2. Reduce the space between poles for faster footwork.
3. Integrate high diving saves to vary the challenge.
Make it easier:
1. Slow down ball serves to allow more reaction time.
2. Increase space between poles for easier movement.
3. Reduce dive height and place serves closer to the goalkeeper.
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