Goalkeeper Angles & Set Position

Objective

• -Learn the set position and how to narrow the angle
• -Take a good starting position for each shot location
• -Make saves with a strong, balanced base

Setup

1. 1One full goal with a keeper on the line.
2. 2Three cones marking shooting positions: left, central, right.
3. 3Servers with a ball at each cone.

How to play

1. 1Keeper touches a post, then sets themselves before the shot is struck.
2. 2Servers strike in turn from each cone, keeper resets between saves.
3. 3Ten shots per position, then rotate keepers.

Progressions

• +Add a deflection or blocking mannequin
• +Shots on the second whistle only

Regressions

• -Slow rolled shots along the floor
• -Move the shooting cones further out

Variations

• -Two goals back to back for double reps
• -Add a rebound follow-up shot

Common mistakes

• -Standing flat footed on the heels
• -Diving too early and guessing
• -Starting too deep in the goal