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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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