Camps & Clinics
Goal Keeping

Goalkeeper Training

Goalkeeper training is open to all HYSA Arsenal, Academy, and Recreational players looking for specialized, weekly coaching. These sessions take place throughout the season.

What to Bring:

  • Required: Goalkeeper gloves, shin guards, cleats

  • Recommended: Long-sleeved shirt or goalkeeper jersey for added protection

Goalkeeper Curriculum

Becoming a high-level goalkeeper is a challenging yet rewarding journey. The HYSA goalkeeper curriculum is designed to develop well-rounded goalkeepers by focusing on all aspects of the position.

Areas of Development:

Physical

  • Strength and conditioning

  • Injury prevention

  • Flexibility and agility

  • Speed and quickness

Mental

  • Leading from the back

  • Overcoming adversity

  • The 4 Cs:

    • Communication – Effectively guiding teammates

    • Composure – Staying calm under pressure

    • Confidence – Belief in self, team, and coach

    • Courage – Playing aggressively and decisively

Technical

  • Footwork (with and without the ball)

  • Kicking, punting, and drop-kicking

  • Throwing and rolling

  • Shot-stopping techniques

  • Diving fundamentals

  • Handling high balls and corner kicks

  • Managing breakaways and through balls

  • Proper positioning and body alignment

  • Cutting down and closing off angles

Tactical

  • Effective distribution: When to throw, roll, or punt

  • Controlling the game’s tempo

  • Defending set pieces and organizing defenders

  • Adapting to different formations

This comprehensive curriculum equips goalkeepers with the physical, mental, technical, and tactical skills necessary to excel in their role and impact the game.

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