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Think bigger, think broader, think beyond the 18. Most people, I feel, think that a goalkeeper's job or role is one-dimensional, and if not an athlete, then simple but brave. Stop the ball, make the save. and don't mess up. If you have never played the position, I understand why it looks that way. I used to think the same thing.When I started playing the GK position, I fell in love with what felt like a second home, the goal box, my 18. Goalkeeping was about adrenaline and risk. It was about throwing my body into shots, chasing the highlight save, and proving how tough I was. The dirtier I was after training or a match, the better. Mud and grass stains were the evidence that I battled and I belonged.Back then, my idea of goalkeeping was simple: I made saves. That's the job. Ten years later, I know how small and limited that understanding was. Experience changes perspective and over time, I began to realize that saves are only the most visible part of the GK role. The moment everyone notices, but they're rarely the whole story.Goalkeeping has depth and layers, complexity. The GK position asks for far more than quick hands, fast reactions, or fearlessness. It requires acute spatial perception and awareness, timing, and decision-making all at once and in a split second. It requires leadership, composure, and the ability to stay locked in even when you haven’t touched the ball in ten minutes. &nbsp;The truth is, goalkeepers influence the game long before the a shot is ever taken.The goalkeeper's role is physical, mental, and tactical all at once. Physically, goalkeeping is about explosive movement, balance, and efficiency. It's not just diving. It's footwork, recovery steps, and the ability to repeat high-intensity actions. You've got to recover, deal with pressure, and have confidence after a setback (i.e. goldfish mentality). And confidence is not something you want, it's something you need to be successful in the position. In terms of strategy and tactically, goalkeepers are problem solvers. We read patterns and opponents, adjust positioning, manage angles, and make split-second decisions with little time to spare to change the result. We're constantly processing information, even when it looks like we're just standing there. And then there's communication. Organizing defenders, giving clear information, and being a calm presence from the back. A goalkeeper doesn't just play the game, they are helping direct and manage it.Modern goalkeeping doesn't stop at the goal line either. It doesn't stop at the 18 either. Today's GK is expected to control space outside the box, play with their feet, and act as an extra defender when needed. Decisions made 30 or 40 yards from goal can be just as important as a reaction save on the line. Understanding when to step, when to stay, and when to take risks is part of the role. It's about being prepared, aware, and decisive.With the role is bigger, the training has to be too. Training that focuses only on saves misses the point. To succeed, goalkeepers need a program that develops the whole player. This includes movement, strength, foot skills, game understanding, and mental resilience.Preparation is where the real work happens. It's the key in building confidence, and minimizing mistakes. A successful and skilled goalkeeper isn't just reacting; they're anticipating.For those who have never played the position, it's easy to critique or judge goalkeepers by their mistakes or praise them only for big saves. But so much of the job happens quietly. The positioning that prevents a shot. The communication that stops a breakdown. The decision that never makes the highlight reel. Looking beyond the 18 changes how you see the role.My definition of goalkeeping has evolved. What once felt like chaos and bravado has become control and awareness. The dirt still matters, but it's no longer the measure of success. Goalkeeping isn't just about making saves. It's about understanding the game, managing moments, and influencing play in ways most people never notice. To really understand the position, you have to think beyond inside the 18.

Beyond Inside the 18

When it comes to developing your craft of goalkeeping, the truth is quite simple, club training alone isn’t enough. If you watch and listen to interviews with goalkeepers making headlines, you’ll notice a common trait and theme, most of them credit their success to consistent, focused work done outside of club sessions. Especially for youth and young adult goalkeepers playing in competitive club environments like ECNL, GA, or NPL, it’s hard to find a single program that truly develops every part of the craft, the physical, technical, and mental sides of the position.<img id="sr0vg69qkdmh0q70fv" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/0oYSpQmZ2YvppI7Esw07alVQCC1uSyuk9fzRDuMPIwyNPxgwD7BV4kTHLw5qMUI8.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 50% 5%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="50%" data-positiony="5%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/0oYSpQmZ2YvppI7Esw07alVQCC1uSyuk9fzRDuMPIwyNPxgwD7BV4kTHLw5qMUI8.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 50% 5%;">I took a lot planning, research, and coordination to find and build that kind of outside club support I have around me today. I needed people who could help me grow in every area of the sport and then fit into my schedule as a student-athlete. My training circle now includes six to seven coaches and trainers, each with their own focus. I watch college and pro matches film, studying the training footage, listening to goalkeeper podcasts (Inside the 18 &amp; Jillian Loyden from The Keeper Institute) and use programs that help me build the mental side of the sport (Female Footballers). Between school work and soccer training, my week is pretty filled up but wouldn’t want it anything other way. My day one motto has always been joy not job.&nbsp;And my why is simple, I love my sport. I’m addicted to goalkeeping. And I know that finding and sticking to a solid, well-rounded training program is what’s going to take me further, not just in my skills, but in my career and craft. Every goalkeeper has different strengths, weaknesses, and schedules, but the one thing I believe all great GKs would agree on is commitment to extra training and building the habits that turn potential into performance is what changes the game.<figure id="figure-cofws83apdmh0r7grc"><img id="cofws83apdmh0r7grc" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/18pKmModTK22YER7vEiihzxa2NkWZMwO0Qs3grMAQI8pOVW9PoFof3ggskjdCkvu.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/18pKmModTK22YER7vEiihzxa2NkWZMwO0Qs3grMAQI8pOVW9PoFof3ggskjdCkvu.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure>For me, it starts before I even step on the pitch or into the gym, with the right gear. Having the right gloves, cleats, and training apparel isn’t about looking the part; it’s about protection and performance. Having the right GK gloves to protect my hands and wrists and give me the grip and comfort I need to focus on the work, not my gear. When I’m diving on turf or handling close-range shots, that difference in quality really matters.Next comes building the goalkeeper’s body I need and want for my style of play. Every GK’s physique looks different. In the gym my focus is on explosiveness, speed, and strength. In the gym my training focus is on my explosiveness, speed, and strength. I do a lot of plyometric and explosive movements, box jumps, lateral bounds, resistance sprints, and anything that helps me build quick-twitch power and reaction speed. Having this kind of training directly helps me improve me having faster dives, stronger pushes, and sharper recoveries in goal. I’m in the gym Monday through Thursday working on those areas.Then there’s the technical work, which I do through both club and private goalkeeper sessions. Any good GK knows our job goes way beyond just “saving shots.” A real program covers everything from clean ball handling, controlled parries, recovery saves, efficient footwork, balanced positioning, smart distribution under pressure, and agility work that keeps your reactions sharp. At youth to u18 levels, many clubs don't have time to focus on each keeper individually, so that's another reason why having your own outside training is important.<figure id="figure-px8apgko8mh0q7o3q"><img id="px8apgko8mh0q7o3q" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/ee6BY6LlWAWpJJ5Gc2T3I8OLsgBxgExrsNfUuLMTdZfYHrv0oe7jXlrp5iUc6pkV.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/ee6BY6LlWAWpJJ5Gc2T3I8OLsgBxgExrsNfUuLMTdZfYHrv0oe7jXlrp5iUc6pkV.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure>I train with different GK coaches for different skills, and because goalkeeper coaches are in such high demand, I make sure to schedule at least one or two sessions a week outside of club. That consistency helps with my development.&nbsp;Something I want other goalkeepers to understand though, is that everyone’s schedule will look different, and that’s how it should be. No two GKs have the same training program. Trying to copy what another keeper training program looks like does just because you think they’re more successful won’t help you reach your full potential. Your training has to reflect your own goals, your body, and your schedule. Some keepers train four days a week, others six. Other gks need more gym time, some need more recovery. I feel it is important to have a lot of structure, consistency, and a routine that keeps me improving week after week.For me a typical week schedules looks like, two to three field sessions focused on handling, footwork, and shot-stopping; two to four gym sessions centered on explosiveness; one active recovery day; and one full rest day to reset mentally and physically. That consistency, over time, is what helped me from becoming static and instead helped me keep moving up.The bottom line is, goalkeeping is a craft. The best don’t rely on club sessions alone, they build their own path outside of them. I truly believe that a structured, consistent, personal training program is the foundation for long-term success as a GK. Train smart, train consistently, and most importantly, train like your goals depend on it. Because they do if you want to take your career to the next level.<figure id="figure-iato4ls6zmmh0r7xnf"><img id="iato4ls6zmmh0r7xnf" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/1dbDaEaqIUpBkCNb7LDzqFxTidmjtry2lcuCEqOzaRb5zJsKzuw675id3SeqRDdu.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionX="undefined" data-positionY="undefined" data-fullWidth="false"/></figure>

The “Why”: Why a Solid Goalkeeper Training Program Outside of Club Soccer Matters

My name is Carolina Flores, and I am a goalkeeper playing for SA City’s 07/08 GA team; I am passionate about soccer and the goalkeeper position, and these passions have allowed me to see daily life from a different perspective while understanding the importance of maximizing every opportunity to improve as a player and as a person.<figure id="figure-9kt1qof2famgfh2uin"><img id="9kt1qof2famgfh2uin" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/184O6psBqPnGRXVQyXwTNH0rd4XlYu3TEJcNZRGtWGU9Me1L0PIcbj4CAAAffr5y.jpg" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 50% 30%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="50%" data-positiony="30%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/184O6psBqPnGRXVQyXwTNH0rd4XlYu3TEJcNZRGtWGU9Me1L0PIcbj4CAAAffr5y.jpg" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 50% 30%;"></figure>The majority of the challenges I have faced are mental challenges, from thinking about the “what if’s” of injuries to actually experiencing them and their setbacks, or even doubt, fear, and hesitation masking my everyday thoughts and actions in training and in games; however, many of these mental challenges that I have moved in front of have improved my abilities as a player and my mentality when I play.My passion for this game has kept me looking up and focused on the future I hope to achieve. It keeps me grounded and constantly reminds me to enjoy the process and the work I am doing now to reach my goals.<figure id="figure-s8billqffmimgfh81zw"><img id="s8billqffmimgfh81zw" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/30uRUMst4SPG8rWFGOLuBDcpwgv9afyUCtWg0dya2XgWA5mB1SWp1tAfzkzLpLZ1.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 50% 85%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionX="50%" data-positionY="85%" data-fullWidth="false"/></figure>After an injury I experienced earlier this year, I struggled during the recovery process, often trying to rush back to training and feeling like I wasn’t doing enough, not allowing myself to appreciate the progress I was making. During this time, however, I found that my strong mental drive to train and return to the field reminded me how much I truly love this sport.The lessons I have learned have driven me to be more consistent, determined, and willing to put in the effort and work necessary to achieve my goals.<figure id="figure-51u9z7oeyimgfh4nbx"><img id="51u9z7oeyimgfh4nbx" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/8hinOlYUWh8jTPDIy1KreDHRTMNrxa4xAvwHscvXe89lvRi8fMOiGLEEfg3MU6vo.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 50% 35%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="50%" data-positiony="35%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/8hinOlYUWh8jTPDIy1KreDHRTMNrxa4xAvwHscvXe89lvRi8fMOiGLEEfg3MU6vo.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 50% 35%;"></figure>I have also learned the importance of trusting the process and focusing on what I am doing for my own goals. It’s hard to remain focused, consistent, and determined when comparing your progress or achievements to anyone else’s, and this advice is something I hope others can apply as well.

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How My Passion Drives Me Through Challenges

Built for goalkeepers who want more from their training. Psico Goalkeeper Training delivers focused, professional coaching designed to develop technique, reaction speed, and mental resilience, helping goalkeepers perform with confidence in every moment.

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