Goalkeeper starts at the centre of the goal. 3 servers are placed in front of the goal and have a gate to aim for. The gate helps the keeper know what ange of the goal they need to cover. Coach shouts either 1, 2, 3, keeper will have to set between the gates and make a save from that server. Progressions Goalkeeper to have different starting positions. For example; Their back towards the servers, press up position, etc. Take the gates away so the keeper will have think about their position.
Coaching Points Make sure keepers are in the correct set position before dealing with the shot. Make the goal look as small as possible by narrowing the angle. Make sure keeper is in the correct angle and body position.
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