Goalkeeping
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FREE GOALKEEPER CLINIC
February 13th, 2022 we will be having a free Goal Keeper Clinic open to the public! Register Today!
Program Overview:
The goalkeeping position requires a specialized training program. We focus on the development of goalkeepers U11-U19. Training is tailored to the players age and performance level. Our program is focused on developing and mastering all facets of being a goalkeeper.
VBR Star goalkeepers are offered 2 goalkeeper sessions per week during the outdoor training seasons. VBR Star goalkeepers are offered to train 1 time per week during the winter season.
VBR Star GK Curriculum:
VBR Star goalkeeper program is based on age appropriate training focusing on the technical, tactical, physical, and mental aspects of the game.
Technical: Standing saves, Diving saves, Aerial ball saves, 1v1 saves, Reaction saves, Positioning, Distribution, Back pass.
Tactical: Positional Play, Reading the Game, Decision-Making, Communication, Organization of Dead ball situations, Game Management
Physical: Developing Strength, Agility, Balance, Coordination,
Mental : Resilient, Confident, Ability to Reset
General Development of Goalkeepers Based on Age (technical, tactical, physical and mental)
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GK's 7-8 |
GK's 9-12 |
GK's 13-14 |
GK's 15-18 |
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Basic GK Techniques |
Learning GK Techniques |
Improving GK Techniques |
Mastering GK Techniques |
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Learning the Game |
Learning Decision Making |
Improving Decision Making |
Tactical Understanding |
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Game Activities |
Game Movement |
Development of Strength |
Developing Strength |
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Fun/Enjoyment |
Attitude/Respect |
Responsible |
Mental Strength |
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Who We Are
VBR Star Soccer Club began in 1986 with the aim to become the premier youth soccer club in the Roanoke Valley. Over the course of 35 years, it has grown to over 1200 kids and 52 travel teams, competing in some of the top youth soccer leagues on the east coast, ECNL - Regional League and NPL.
