Articles from ZPro Futbol’s Goalkeeper Solutions Camps. We provide tips to coaches, parents and goalkeepers on training, equipment and keeper camps.
Wear the correct fitting goalkeeper gloves
Learn about goalkeeper gloves and more. Every year new goalkeeper gloves models and new glove producing companies come out with their own gloves. How do you know if these new goalkeeper gloves are are any good? How do you know which gloves to get for training? Do you need different pairs of gloves for games than [...]
Individualized Goalkeeper training the key to growth
Most youth clubs have goalkeeper training. In these trainings, there are so many goalkeepers, goalkeeper coaches can be easily overwhelmed. These trainings, as many parents tell us, looks like a "factory" or assembly line of humans waiting or standing in line for their turn to be trained. With so many players in line doing the same [...]
Slow goalkeepers, Check your genes
It is scientifically proven that the ACTN3 is a GENE influences an athlete's speed, quickness & power. In other words, human genetics plays a major role in determining an athlete's potential.The ACTN3 (α-actinin-3) is a gene that produces fast-twitch muscle fiber and is responsible for generating force for high-velocity movement that is important for power in sports. This is [...]
How to wash goalkeeper gloves
Share on facebook Facebook Share on google Google+ Share on twitter Twitter Share on linkedin LinkedIn Keeping your goalkeeper gloves clean is the most important thing you can do to keep your gloves in the best working condition.When it comes to washing your gloves, there are so many chemicals, soaps, sprays and many more items [...]
Winning matters more than development
Few common statements, "Winning does not matter. What matters is players development." Or, what about this statement, "it does not matter if we win or lose, as long as you have fun playing." "Non-profit soccer organization dedicated to the mental, physical & developmental growth of a child".I've personally heard & read these statements numerous times [...]
5 tips to overcome goalkeeping mistakes
Share on facebook Facebook Share on google Google+ Share on twitter Twitter Share on linkedin LinkedIn There are a number of goalkeepers or field players who worry about mistakes, worry about losing a game, and worry about what other people think. All this worry will put tons of pressure on the player and as results they [...]
How to increase your competitive edge as a Goalkeeper
These blogs are not just for goalkeepers but also for businesses, teams or individuals who want to change their mental attitude to reach whatever personal goals they want.The search for PERFECT performance brings lots of stress on an athlete. This type of stress starts with nervousness and it quickly turns into fear of making mistakes [...]
Why youth goalkeepers struggle during tryouts
Have you ever seen goalkeepers who go to tryouts or games and nearly fall apart due to nervousness or fear? Being nervous is a NATURAL behavior but it can quickly turn into fear.But wait, today some clubs are changing the name from “TRYOUTS to KICK-AROUND”, just see what happens if you don’t show up or don’t perform well [...]