Reading the play · Total Goalkeeping

Reading the play

With the ever developing game and need for the GK to become the 11th outfield player, there is a real need for us to be far more tactically aware from a young age.

Its very common that youth goal keepers focus to much on their primary job, keeping the ball out the goal. But with the growing tactical need to play out from the back and have an understanding of the delay to create gaps principle. it can be very hard for young GKs to keep up.

Especially if not the most confident with decision making.

I've tried many techniques over time to educate players in tactical efficiency and playing styles but one that has proven effective time and time again is encouraging the kids to watch elite goalkeeper match clips around distribution and provide thoughts, with a no right or wrong principle.

Ive found that this lets younger players problem solve and naturally learn through peer group discussion.

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Reading the play