PROGRESSION I
In the first session the methods of handling
and catching were considered and now to progress here are
some practices for goalkeepers to use to improve their skills
- practices that can be performed away from other outfield
players.
In the modern game mobility around the penalty area is an
important consideration for any goalkeeper.The change in the
back pass rule and the recent alteration that allows keepers
to run with the ball across the box has meant that goalkeepers
have to be more alert and mobile than ever before.
For starters try these practices - 2 goalkeepers (A &
B), one football
Practice 1
A & B running around the field, throwing and catching.
A throws to B who catches the ball, when possible using a
single foot take off. B uses both hands to catch keeps his
eyes on the ball all the time.
On catching , B moves to a new position, then returns the
service to A who now becomes the catcher. Both players should
be on the move all the time and should vary the distance between
15 - 25 metres.
Practice 2
Practice one can be progressed, by varying the type of service,
and demanding more from the goalkeepers A & B.
A can lob, bounce, roll, or throw it high to B - he can also
increase the speed of the delivery. But just as in practice
1, both players should move once the throw/catch is completed.
The players should be encouraged to try and catch the ball
while actually moving at some speed, - this is to increase
the concentration level, skill requirement, and co-ordination
of the goalkeepers in the practice.
Practice 3
The two keepers A & B now stand around 10 metres apart,
facing each other (if required goalposts can be used). A throws
to B who has to dive to try and grab hold of the ball, if
possible getting his body behind the ball.
If he is at full stretch B should try to reach for the ball,
making every effort to get his hands on the ball.
Again the type of service can vary and the roles can be reversed.
Practice 4
To improve foot work and mobility a simple hurdle/obstacle
can be introduced.
The hurdle should be no more than a foot from the ground
and placed between the 2 players.
A serves high to B who has to jump over the hurdle and back
again before catching the ball.
B will start close to the hurdle but he will have to concentrate
on clearing the hurdle and catching the ball - before it touches
the ground. Again roles can be reversed. This practice necessitates
nimble footwork.
Practice 5
Again looking to improve footwork and mobility, this time
the keeper starts on the goal line.
A crosses from the flank, B has to race out, catch the ball,
throw in back to A, and then sprint back to his goal.
A's serve should be high and as accurate as possible - aiming
for a spot just outside the 6 yard area so that B has to move
quickly, catch and then immediately throw back to A before
sprinting back to the goal line.
Practice 6
Moving from side to side, but facing each other 5 metres
apart. A serving, rolls the ball wide of B (on the goal line)
who has to dive to keep the ball out of goal.
A serves underhand, varying the speed, the direction, but
always giving B a chance to make a save.
With B constantly on the move this practice can be taxing
physically, so the roles need to be reversed - remembering
we are dealing with goalkeeping technique rather than physical
stamina training.
Practice 7
Finally both players 20-30 metres apart. A kicks the ball
high, between himself and B. It is now up to B to catch the
ball - at the highest point possible. Should A's kick make
it impossible to catch before the ball hits the ground B should
still chase and retrieve the ball as quickly as possible securing
it in both hands. Once he has done that he serves, kicking
the ball high and it is now A's turn to try and retrieve the
ball.
All these practices are simple, but can be effective if the
2 players involved are totally committed.
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