GOALKEEPING
About the Program
Our Goalkeeper Training Program is directed and coached by current NCFC Youth Director of Goalkeeping, Stephen Palmer, Assistant Directors of Goalkeeping, Giovanni Solis and Daniel Trues, and NCFC Youth Goalkeeper Coaching Staff.
Our Goalkeeping staff lead position specific training for all goalkeepers involved in our Classic, ECNL, and Development Academy programs, as well as offering an introductory program for goalkeepers in our Juniors program. All goalkeepers are provided with a minimum of two sessions per week in addition to their respective team training sessions during the season.
Our Goalkeeper Program also provides players:
• Goalkeeper Periodization
• Goalkeeper Methodology and Curriculum
• Goalkeeper Evaluations
• Goalkeeper Player Handbook
Curriculum
Our Goalkeeping curriculum includes individual technical, tactical situations, and position specific development. In select sessions we provide goalkeeping classroom sessions covering analysis, positioning, communication, and more. The Goalkeeper program is a challenging, high-level functional training environment for advanced goalkeepers with aspirations of playing at an elite level.
Players interested in our Goalkeeping camps and programs must create an account in PlayMetrics to register for 2024 Spring Elite Technique. Parents or guardians should create an account in their name and add each child as a participant. Existing players will just need to login to their accounts.
Goalkeeper Elite Technique
NCFC Youth's Elite Technique is a supplemental program provided by our Goalkeeper Staff on Friday nights. The program provides goalkeepers with a high-paced training environment focused on the technical development of the player through scenario-based learning.
Topics Covered
• Shot Stopping
• 1v1s and Through Balls
• Balls from wide areas
• Distribution
Spring ET Series
Goalkeeper Elite Technique provides a supportive and fun environment for goalkeepers to push and compete with other like-minded goalkeepers. There will be opportunities to engage with current Academy Goalkeepers, former NCFC Youth goalkeepers currently playing in the college environment, and NCFC and NC Courage professional goalkeepers to share experiences and talk about how they have benefited from Elite Technique and other similar environments they may have encountered.
Goalkeeper Elite Technique will also be introducing weekly competitions through the duration of the program. These competitions may be individual or team based whereby all goalkeepers compete for weekly titles and program prizes. Cost for the Spring ET Series is $125.
Classic, ECNL, & Academy Goalkeeper ET
| Date | Time (2012-2014) | Time (2005-2011) | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 1st, 2024 | 5:00pm - 6:00pm | 6:15pm - 7:15pm | Classic, ECNL, Academy |
| March 8th, 2024 | 5:00pm - 6:00pm | 6:15pm - 7:15pm | Classic, ECNL, Academy |
| March 15th, 2024 | 5:00pm - 6:00pm | 6:15pm - 7:15pm | Classic, ECNL, Academy |
| March 22nd, 2024 | 5:00pm - 6:00pm | 6:15pm - 7:15pm | Classic, ECNL, Academy |
Elite Technique Recreation and Challenge
Our Elite Technique for Recreation and Challenge is a great opportunity for players to experience a position specific training environment under the direction of NCFC Youth's Goalkeeper staff. Goalkeepers will receive a fundamental approach to improve their technical ability and learn more about the basics of the position. Cost for ET Recreation and Challenge is $125.
Recreation and Challenge Goalkeeper ET
| Date | Time (2012-2014) | Time (2005-2011) |
|---|---|---|
| April 5th, 2024 | 5:00pm - 6:00pm | 6:15pm - 7:15pm |
| April 12th, 2024 | 5:00pm - 6:00pm | 6:15pm - 7:15pm |
| April 19th, 2024 | 5:00pm - 6:00pm | 6:15pm - 7:15pm |
| April 26th, 2024 | 5:00pm - 6:00pm | 6:15pm - 7:15pm |
Goalkeeping Camps
Calling all goalkeepers! Our goalkeeping camps offer specialized training sessions led by experienced coaches to enhance skills, techniques, and game strategies. GK camps are offered for players ages 10-14 and are offered as half day camps from 9 AM - 12 PM. Players also have the option to attend the GK-specific half day camp and then join our traditional summer camp from 12PM - 4PM to utilize the skills they learned in the morning. It's an excellent opportunity for goalkeepers to sharpen their abilities and elevate their game.
Goalkeeping Camps are held at WRAL Soccer Park.
Camp Dates
| Date | Full-Day Cost | Half-Day Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | June 17 - 21, 2024 | $300 | $200 |
| Week 2 | June 24 - 28, 2024 | $300 | $200 |
| Week 3 | July 8 - 12, 2024 | $300 | $200 |
| Week 4 | July 15 - 19, 2024 | $300 | $200 |
| Week 5 | July 22 - 26, 2024 | $300 | $200 |
| Week 6 | July 29 - Aug 2, 2024 | $300 | $200 |
Contact Us
Comuníquese con el administrador de Español, Ramon Gallardo o Giovanni Solis
ADDRESS
3150 Spring Forest Road, Suite 116
Raleigh, NC 27616
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