Advanced National Goalkeeping Diploma - National Soccer ...

Advanced National Goalkeeping Diploma12/13/2012MasteryImportant for coach and goalkeeper to take pride in technique.• Perfectionists• Repetition Important• Create a Realistic Environmentbut a save is a save at the end of the day!ConfidenceConfidence is developed through:• Successful experiences• Vicarious experiences (a good picture/demo)• Verbal persuasions (valid coaching points)• Physically preparedFocus• Key Moments Define Goalkeepers• Must Beat Environment• Switch On• 90 min – action is limited - stay on…• Practice must replicate game situation• Use GK to restart play• Use them to coach back line• Organize• Keep score• Don’t have to be physically active at all times!But need to be mentally tuned in at all times, train them this way.Coping Strategies• Failure is a part of goalkeeping• Mental Toughness• Mistakes are Easily Observed• Have to Handle Pressure• Self talk• Recover Quickly from Mistakes• Recall training and coaching points• Write the situation on your mental 3x5card, then file it• Time between mistakes /next play?• No time – before next play• Lots of time – before next playMental Skills• Positive Self Talk• Mental Imagery• Goal Setting• Communication Skills• Dealing with Mistakes• Emotion Control• Concentration – FocusSee Appendix for SuggestionsLecture Sessions371