Goalkeeper High Ball Decision — Stick, Catch, Deflect, Or Punch?
The high ball causes goalkeepers more grief than any other aspect of the game. Whether it’s a cross, corner, free kick, or shot — attacking players know that putting the …
The high ball causes goalkeepers more grief than any other aspect of the game. Whether it’s a cross, corner, free kick, or shot — attacking players know that putting the …
Goalkeeper coaches teach four main handling techniques or “hand shapes”: Scoop (or “Ramp”) Cup (or “Basket”), W’s (or “V’s”) Diving (or “Hands Leading”). Keepers should regularly practice these go-to handling …
Penalties are a goalkeeper’s rare chance to shine. Making a penalty save that turns the game, or wins the penalty shootout is a keeper’s ultimate moment of glory. But the …