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U19 - Goalkeeper
TECHNICAL:
- Footwork/set position/general handling
- All Dives - Collapse save / Step and save / Power step and save
- Narrowing the angle
- Shot stopping / catch or deflect / recovery saves
- Advanced reaction saves
- Crosses: Unopposed & Opposed, Working with the defensive unit.
- Distribution: Throws – all techniques. Kicks – all techniques
TACTICS:
- Distance of support / Playing off your line. Recognizing pressure on and off the ball.
- Decision-making - last line of defense & first line of attack
- Presence
- Organization of the defensive unit for transition
- Organization on set plays – corners and free kicks
PHYSICAL:
- Warm up/cool down
- Goalkeeping specific stretching, flexibility and mobility
- Footwork exercises
- Recovery exercises
- Agility exercises
- Plyometric exercise
- Weight training – low weights high reps
- Speed 20 yards maximum
- Check height, weight – weekly
- Body fat and vertical leap – check monthly
MENTAL:
- Application / Attitude
- Following a coach’s game plan
- Composure / Temperament / Dealing with the pressure
- Concentration
- Confidence
- Consistency
- Courage
- Criticism – internal / external
- Desire / Determination/ Winning mentality
- Personal goal setting — imagery
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