ATSC Keepers
Useful information
This section is for documents, links and information that are useful to ATSC goalkeepers, a mix of FAQs and other useful information.
Let us know what you find useful and what else you would like to see here by sending an email to the ATSC webmaster.
Keeper Training, Clinics and Camps
For ATSC Keepers
This area includes links suggested by coaches and managers for clinics and training for ATSC keepers.
If you have other suggestions, the name of the keeper clinic and sponsor and any basic info is all we need, although you can send more than that, and we'll add the info here. Let us know if we can use your team's name in conjunction with the information.
Send keeper clinic information to: webmaster@atsc-va.org
- Free goalie training for ATSC keepers. Spring 2004 sessions start Monday, April 12, 2004 and will be held at Virginia Highlands for last two sessions in June.
- Mondays, 6:00 - 7:00 pm, U9 - U12
- Mondays, 7:00 - 8:00 pm, U13 - U19
- (Please note that age groupings may be adjusted after the first session on April 12)
- Bring a ball, plenty of water and a willingness to learn.
- During inclement weather, check Arlington's inclement weather line: 703-228-4715
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5 Keys to Being a Successful Goalkeeper
Courtesy of the ATSC Pride ('91G)
The 5 keys to being a successful keeper:
1. Believe in yourself: In the soccer world, everyone has an opinion on players, and especially on goalkeepers. Listen to everyone, but select only the thoughts and ideas that you believe are valuable to you. Do not take that as a license to disregard everyone, but as an opportunity to
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Communication for Keepers
Courtesy of the ATSC Pride ('91G)
The goalkeeper is perhaps the most specialized position on the field. Yet, in addition to understanding their positioning they must also have a good understanding and ability to play the game of soccer. The relationship between the goalkeeper and the defenders is a critical one - you absolutely must be on the same page. Communication is the basis for this relationship to work. Goalkeepers need to be able to continue...
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