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What made brilliant goalkeeper legends like Lew Jaschin, Gordon Banks,
Peter Schmeichel, Dino Zoff and Oliver Kahn so different in comparison
to their competitors?
Which characteristics define the true professional between the posts? What should a young goalkeeper keep in mind to successfully survive the competition? The seven principles of the masters unlock the secret!
What distinguishes these artists in the goal from other goalkeepers? What enables them to react correctly 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.
The Seven Principles are:
1. Optimal positioning and distance
2. Balance
3. Ready in time
4. The correct beginning
5. Actively towards the ball
6. Courage
7. Controlled focus
Numerous explanations, illustrations, diagrams and training recommendations will give every coach, goalkeeper and parent a unique insight into the fascinating world of goalkeeping.
The Author:
Hans Leitert has worked as a Goalkeeping Coach at Panathinaikos FC, Real Club Recreativo Huelva and Tottenham Hotspur FC)
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