Advanced National Goalkeeping Diploma - National Soccer ...

Advanced National Goalkeeping Diploma12/13/2012Discussion TopicsPossible Topics 1• Identification of Goalkeepers – Qualities– Physical– Mental– LifestylePossible Topics 2• Goalkeeper as Soccer Player First– Connection with team• Goalkeepers as Student of the Game/Coach on Field– How do you develop this?Possible Topics 3• Age Considerations– When to specialize in goal?• Training Female GK’s vs. Male GK’s vs. Young GK’s– Technical Considerations– Tactical ConsiderationsPossible Topics 4• Dealing with Mental Issues of Goalkeepers– Starter vs. Non-Starter– Developing Leadership / Good Communication– Dealing with Injury– Dealing with Pressure of PositionPossible Topics 5• Training GK’s in Each Environment (Key Considerations)– Youth (Responsibility of Team Coach, GK Coach, DOC)– College– Professional32 Lecture Sessions1