There are a lot of wannabe-coaches out there who don’t have A SINGLE CLUE about how to really coach! These men and women consistently do far more damage to young athletes than they do good. These coaches tear down self-esteem rather than building it up in the young goalkeeper. They can create an unsafe learning environment for their athletes. Using…
The ZEE Goalkeeper Academy has chosen the Select Blaze DB as its new soccer ball
Goalkeeper AcademyWe’re constantly updating our equipment, it’s non-stop, not a single month goes by without our academy updating some of their inventory. After two years using the Wilson NCAA Forte Fybrid soccer balls, we’ve decided that it’s time to update these as well, In September we’ll be introducing the latest model of the Select Blaze DB soccer ball. Select is the…
Goalkeeper coaches who teach one thing and some the other.
Goalkeeper TrainingDiamond vs W?. Which catching grip is better? I know goalkeeper coaches who still teach the very outdated “Diamond” catch while most if not close to all goalkeeper coaches the “W” catch. Which do you use or recommend? I am firmly in the W with thumbs together, fingertips pointing almost straight up, tips bent so that the ball wont pass…
As a goalkeeper, do your teammates blame you when you’re scored on?
Goalkeeper TrainingI remember being criticized all the time, laughed upon when I made a mistake, mostly as a child when I was playing in the UK. While in Italy later on in high school and college I would remember my teammates looking at me with disappointment. This will really push you back mentally, after all goalkeeping requires a ton of mental…
What is Game-Set Goalkeeper Training?
Goalkeeper TrainingGame-Set or Real Game Scenario Goalkeeper Training is something that not all goalkeeper coaches can provide. It’s not a factor that the coach is incompetent, bur rather him/her not having the equipment available to put the goalkeepers he’s training into that real game situation. Please note: The goalkeeper coach that claims having a large inventory of equipment is not necessary…
More Effective Goalkeeper Training, The Best Goalkeeper Training.
Goalkeeper Academy, GoalkeepersHow many times have you read when searching for a Goalkeeper Training School the following: “Looking for a high-level training environment to challenge yourself and sharpen your goalkeeping abilities? You’ve come to the right place!!” Out of the three dozen goalkeeper schools that I know of, there isn’t one of them that doesn’t have a title like this or something…
How to communicate with goalkeepers and their parents
Goalkeepers, Youth SoccerIn my role as a goalkeeper coach, I need to communicate effectively with a lot of different people: your players, mom’s dad’s, grandparents, other coaches, technical directors and often even the ref’s, the officials. All of them have different agendas and need communicating with in totally different ways. The Goalkeepers Communication with your Goalkeepers goes far beyond simply giving them…
The good things about being an independent Goalkeeper Coach
Goalkeeper AcademyI have tried it both ways, by being an independent goalkeeper coach and being part of an organization such as just-for-keepers. And to be honest, if you know what you’re doing you need to have your own identity and remain your own boss. I worked side by side with just-for-keepers for nearly a year. It has some good goalkeeper gloves…
08/02/2016 – 08/02/2018 Two years of the Zee Goalkeeper Academy.
Goalkeeper Academy, GoalkeepersWell, to be honest it wasn’t yet called the Zee Goalkeeper Academy when we started two years ago… In July of 2016 I was contacted by a “Paesano” Pat Soncini, at the time Pat was the Director of Coaching at the Port Orange Soccer Club. I had known Pat since my son started playing at the club the season before.…
THE GOALKEEPER RECRUITING PROCESS FOR COLLEGE
College SoccerThe college soccer recruiting process is challenging and is often confusing, like it is for any NCAA, NAIA or NJCAA sport. Just like the position we play, the goalkeeper recruiting process is in some ways very unique. Here are a few specific tips to help you in your college search and aid you to find the right fit for your…
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