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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
- Two poles
- Full-size goal
- Ball
Setup
- Goals: One full-size goal
- Team Red GK: 1 yellow goalkeeper starting at one of two poles positioned 5 yards apart in front of the goal
- Coach: 1 grey coach positioned in front of the goal ready to serve the ball once the goalkeeper is set
- Equipment: Two poles positioned 5 yards apart in front of the goal, one ball
Instructions
- Goalkeeper uses crossover steps to move from one pole to the other.
- Once at the opposite pole, the goalkeeper moves down the line into the set position.
- Coach serves the ball to prompt a low or mid-diving save back toward the near post.
- Goalkeeper shifts weight to the foot closest to the ball and dives to save.
Coaching Points
- Maintain a balanced set position with forward body weight.
- Use correct diving and saving techniques.
- Decide course of action early.
- Keep intensity high.
- Expect a shot at all times.
- Cover angles effectively.
- React quickly to the play.
- Assess approach angle and distance.
- Bend knees slightly for better agility.
- Analyze flight and pace of the ball.
- Glide into ready position.
- Aim for positive take-off and collection.
- Stay organized and focused throughout.
- Ensure quality technique at high speed.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Increase the speed of the coach's service.
2. Reduce the distance between poles.
3. Introduce a second ball for sequential saves.
Make it easier:
1. Slow down the coach's service.
2. Increase distance between poles.
3. Allow goalkeeper more time to set before the serve.
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