How can you determine if one goalie is better than another? Whom should you pick after team tryouts are complete? Who should start?
Here is one method to objectively evaluate your goalkeepers. It is based on a weighted point system. Give your keeper a score for each attribute between 0 and the maximum number of points for that attribute. Add up all the scores for each keeper and you have a rating based on complete soccer goalkeeping skills. If you would like to assess different values to each attribute based on your preference, feel free to do so.
Soccer Goalie Attribute Rating Systems:
- Reaction and reflexes on goal line (20 points)
- Domination of penalty box - catching crosses (20 points)
- 1 v 1 ability (speed, angles, save %) and challenging (20 points)
- Organizing the team from the back - vocal (10 points)
- Playing with confidence and being a presence (10 points)
- Flexibility (10 points)
- Upper body strength (10 points)
Total Maximum Score: 100 points
How do you assign the scores? You can use your observational ability over time or you can use specific measurements. For example, count the number of saves a keeper makes on the line facing shots from various distances and angles. Number of crosses caught in traffic and without pressure (low and high). 1v1 situations saved. Game observation regarding team organization and presence. Flexibility tests and bench pressing strength.
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