The Art of Goalkeeping
Which characteristics mark out the true professional between the
posts? What should a young goalie keep in mind to successfully
survive the competition? The seven principles of the masters unlock
the secret!
Who does not fondly remember the brilliant feats of the goalkeeping
legends Lew Jaschin, Gordon Banks, Peter Schmeichel or Dino Zoff?
Are we not all spellbound when an Oliver Kahn or a Petr Cech gives
his spectacular performances?
What distinguishes these artists in the goal from other players? What
enables particularly them to react excellently while others do not?
Why is it that some keepers fumble the ball regularly and others
manage to maintain the highest standard? What makes the difference?
This book deals with the small detailed disparities between top
keepers and average keepers. It is about the often so impalpable
configuration that determines whether a ball hits the target or a big
save is made. For successful and confident goalkeeping seven vital
factors are of paramount importance: the seven principles of the
masters – deciphered and defined for the first time. Not only are they
simply put and understandable for everyone but they are also easy to
apply to all game situations, for all age-groups, all classes all over the
world.
Numerous explanations, illustrations, diagrams and training
recommendations give every goalkeeper, trainer and parent a
unique insight into the fascinating world of goalkeeping.
Hans Leitert