The Goal for Net Goalkeeping Academy is tailor made for any athlete who wishes to master the most demanding position on the soccer pitch: the goalkeeper. Unfortunately, goalkeeping is a position which for many reasons is neglected by coaches and slows the progression of the athlete. The Goal for Net Goalkeeping Academy is designed for the goalkeeper who wants the individualized attention of a highly experienced coach who can develop a program to target the most important aspects of the position’s development.
These are the most important attributes which I feel are essential to a successful goalkeeping prospect.

1. Athletic Ability-speed, strength, quickness, power, agility, balance, coordination and flexibility.
2. Tactical Ability-positioning, decision making, timing, vision, communication/organization, reading the game.
3. Psychological Agility-confidence, concentration, composure/poise, commitment, awareness, anticipation, competitiveness, courage, mental toughness

Good goalkeeping also requires that they develop intangible qualities which develop over time through hard work.

Presence
Excellent work rate
Utilize instincts
Be ruthless competitors
Ability to make big saves
Fearless
Recognizes assets and camoflauges deficiencies
Ability to play through mistakes

With more than thirty years of playing goalkeeper and coaching them, I hope to improve each one of my athletes and take them to the next level.