Tactical Aspects of Goalkeeping

admin — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 11:25:48 +0000

Due to position on the field, the goalkeeper plays a crucial role in observing and co-ordinating team play. In order to do this effectively, good communication and organisation is vital.

Shot Stopping – The Stance

admin — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 11:19:33 +0000

There are a number of different ways that a goalkeeper can stand during a match, some of which are ‘text book based’, others that are preferred on a personal level. The following are the more common stances used when preparing to stop a shot:
1. Stand with legs slightly bent, the body should be leaning forward slightly and hands positioned waist height on either side of the body (palms facing out, fingers pointing to the ground).
2. Stand with legs bent, body leaning forward and the hands postioned at about knee height on either side of the legs (palms facing out, fingers pointing to the ground).