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2017 SPORTSDIRECT.COM FAI Summer Soccer Schools

Head Coaches Training DayMay 27th 2017

The Role Of The Goalkeeper

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How do we include our Goalkeepers ?

Fun Warm up games with the group

Goalkeeping

Technical Practices

SSG’s with the group

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The Role of the GK

Coach • Design and deliver age specific technical practices

• Ensure groups are evenly matched in relation to age &

ability

• Discuss with coaches on a daily basis regarding use of

Gk’s

• Observe Gk’s in games & offer some feedback where

appropriate

• Ensure that if a GK wants to play out field he has the

chance

• Ensure all Gk’s have a fun & enjoyable week!

Coaching Syllabus• Introduction to Goalkeeping & Social Interaction

• Set Position & Basic Handling

• Shot Stopping

• Reaction Work

• Ball Mastery as the Goalkeeper

• Footwork Technique

• Diving Technique

• Distribution – Throwing and Kicking Technique

• 1v1 Situations

• Fun Games to incorporate all aspects of the

modern Goalkeeper

• Game situations

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The Role of The Head Coach

• Ensure there's

communication

• Ensure Gk’s are not in

total isolation – its not a

separate camp!

• Be flexible with kids

wanting to swap over

Session Plans

Session Plans

Session Plans

Implementing The GKDefending Wide Crosses

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Implementing The GKDefending The Space Behind

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Implementing The GKPlaying Out From The Back

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Implementing The GKStopping Long Range Shots

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Implementing The GKPossession Games

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Thank you!

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