Showing posts with label Soccer. Goal Keeping. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Soccer. Goal Keeping. Show all posts

Thursday, February 14, 2013

De Gea: A keeper from zero to hero


David De Gea, 22-year-old Spanish footballer, starting keeper for Manchester United, and subject of much scrutiny stitches together a sparkling performance in Madrid.

The waxing and waning success of De Gea's young career was once again highlighted in yesterday's 1-1 draw with Real Madrid. De Gea put together a world class match against one of the best teams in the world, giving up just one goal off of an un-stoppable header by Cristiano Ronaldo.

Friday, February 1, 2013

Major (Feeder) League Soccer


In recent memory, many of the United States' finest players have often packed their bags and set out for Europe to "play with the big boys". Landon Donovan, Michael Beasley, Clint Dempsey, and Brian McBride are just some that come to mind. This poses two questions, is the MLS a feeder league for the larger, more established leagues in Europe? And, is this good or bad for the league as a whole?

Friday, January 25, 2013

Keeper's Blog, Episode 2

  
Goalie glove review…..

Reush, Toruk SG Elite
In an attempt to keep our students and readers informed about the best goalkeeper equipment on the market. I will periodically use my keeper’s blog to review available products, goalie gloves in particular.

Saturday, January 19, 2013

Keepers Blog, Episode 1


                 

                Welcome to the first edition of my goalkeeper’s blog. (Clever title forthcoming)

                As a goalie with over 20 years of playing experience, I’m excited to use this platform to offer advice to parents, aspiring young goalies and their coaches. Here I’ll discuss all things goalie, including theory, strategy, drills, coaching tactics, etc.