Viterbo Soccer School of Excellence

Goalkeeping

The Goalkeeper is a specialist position but nevertheless it is an integral part of the team, with a large influence and responsibility. Having a goalkeeper who is reliable and consistent is important to any team who wants to be successful.

Our specialist goalkeeper coaches are on hand at all our camps and are also available for individual tuition and small group sessions upon request. Our coaches are highly successful and very experienced, and will provide excellent coaching in all aspects of the position.

Curriculum: Courses will cover most if not all elements detailed. Course content will depend on the age of the student/student group and facilities available at the venue.

Ball Familiarity
• A range of fun exercises incorporated as part of the warm up/warm down, to encourage hand/eye co-ordination, improve flexibility, and general confidence in handling the ball.

Handling
• Set Position - Hands, Body, Feet
• Ground Shots
• Crosses
• Reaction and Recovery Saves

Footwork for ’Keepers
• Quick feet, balance, changing direction and recovery .
• Footwork in and around the penalty area leading to good positioning

Communication
• Decision Making and Instructions to your defense.

Positional Play for the Keeper
• One V One.
• Corners and free kicks

Distribution
• Kicking
• Throwing and Starting the Attack
• Sweeping Up & Back Passes

Small Sided Games and Goalkeeping Specific Drills
• Specific Drills & Games to demonstrate and practice techniques.
• Game related coaching in small-sided games.

For more information about Goalkeeping Academies Click Here.

Please contact Head Coach Andy Lee at 608-796-3822 or awlee@viterbo.edu if you are interested in individual instruction.