3 Do’s and Don’ts of Being a Great Goalie

3 Do’s and Don’ts of Being a Great Goalie

Here at Total Soccer, we offer soccer lessons near Montgomery County that work towards helping you become a premier goalkeeper. Through our Total Keeper goalie training program, players looking to advance their goalkeeping skills can do so through specialized training with supportive trainers.  

While every role on the soccer field requires its own form of skill and ability, the goalkeeper position is arguably one of the most demanding and crucial spots on the field. Depending on how you look at it, the goalie position can make or break a game. Being a soccer goalie requires dedication and concentration for 90 minutes or more. It also requires tons of practice.

Take a look at some of the essential do’s and don’ts of becoming a premier goalkeeper.

DO’s

-Be Alert and Remain Focused

As the goalie, it’s essential that you remain alert and focused throughout the game. Even in those games where you receive little action in between the net, you still never want to lose concentration of the game’s action. That means when the ball is on the opposite side of the field, too!

-Keep Track of the Ball

You should always keep your eye on the track of the ball as goalie, not on the player. Goalies who concentrate on following players instead of the path of the ball run the risk of letting in an easy goal.  

-Be Cognizant of Body Language

In order to master the art of goalkeeping, you must be aware of your body language during the game. As a goaltender, your body language is a key tool to your success. Don’t be afraid to stay big in goal, and throw your arms out to distract attackers on breakaways.

DON’TS

-Assuming Opponents Intentions

Goalies will tend to assume they know the shot the opponent is going to take. This causes a goalie to commit early, leaving an entire portion of the goal wide open.

-Stay Flat Footed on the Line

Through proper training, you’ll be able to find a balance between coming out and attacking the ball and protecting the net. Goalies should not stay back, flat footed, on the goal line. Be ready to come out.

-Be Hurried

There is nothing worse than rolling the ball right into the feet of the opponent. Don’t act quickly as a goalie, instead, take your time and make the right judgement!

You can register for private soccer lessons near Montgomery County, as well as enroll in our Total Keeper goalie training program. To learn more about how you can improve your soccer game, contact us today!

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