GK Warm Up 2

Steps:

1. Start with the goalkeeper standing on his/her goal line and a field player with a group of balls about 5 yards away from the corner of the 6-yard box.
2. The warm-up drill begins when the goalkeeper runs for about 3 yards and sets himself/herself in a good position between the goal and the ball trying to cut down the shooters angle. Meanwhile the player with the ball is taking a shot on goal. 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:

• 2 players (1 Field Player, 1 Goalkeeper)
• 1 Full goal

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
3. Knees slightly bent and stay on your toes
4. 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 o Extend your arms, elbows slightly bent
3. 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.