GK Warm-Up 4

Steps:

1. Start with the goalkeeper in a full size goal standing next to the post. Position one of the field players a little bit to the side and front of the post the goalkeeper is standing at, and the other field player at the penalty spot (12 yards out).
2. This warm-up drill begins when the field player standing next to the goalkeeper on the post throws the ball low and toward the center of the goal forcing the goalkeeper to get down on the ground and make a save, once the goalkeeper saves the ball he/she must get up as quickly as possible and save a shot taken by the field player at the penalty spot. Once the goalkeeper saves the shot he/she must get back to the original starting spot and then the drill is repeated. Note: This is a warm up drill for the goalkeeper so make sure the shooter is taking shots that the goalkeeper can save so he/she can work on positioning while also warming up their hands and feet and becoming familiar with the field surface.

Setup:

• 3 players (2 Field Players, 1 Goalkeeper)

Tips:

Catching the ball waist high:

Step 1

1. Your body needs to be directly in line with the ball
2. Feet should be shoulder width apart o Knees slightly bent and stay on your toes
3. Head up and eyes on the ball

Step 2

1. Bend from the waist as the ball approaches
2. Extend your arms with a slight bend
3. Palms should face upward

Step 3

1. Once the ball makes contact with your hands and forearms, absorb the impact of the ball.

Catching the ball at head height:

Step 1

1. Your body needs to be directly in line with the ball
2. Keep your eyes on the ball at all times
3. Extend your arms, elbows slightly bent
4. With both arms extended your fingers should be evenly spread

Step 2

1. Once the ball makes contact with your hands, absorb the impact of the ball.