Of all the goalkeeper drills to learn, this one might be the most important.
With so many passes, shots and crosses being lobbed into the goalkeeper box in a given match, it can be a chaotic fight for the ball--a struggle that could be the difference between a save and a game-winning goal.
The goalkeeper has the advantage, of course, because keepers can jump up and catch the ball using their hands. Often, it's enough to get over an opponent's head--if a keeper uses proper strategy to get to the ball.
Don't know the right way to go about it? Check out this video from PlaySportsTV.com and learn the proper way to protect your goal during this risky situation.
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