High Ball Catching
Develop confident catching technique for high balls and crosses.
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Catch high balls and crosses cleanly at the highest point with command of the box.
Goal, gloves, partner crossing or throwing balls high.
- Have partner throw or cross balls above head height
- Form a 'W' shape with your hands (thumbs together)
- Time your jump to catch at the highest point
- Raise one knee for protection when claiming
- Secure ball to chest immediately after catching
- Call loudly 'KEEPER!' when claiming the ball
- Loud, early 'KEEPER' call
- W-grip — thumbs together, fingers behind the ball
- Catch at the highest point of the jump
- Knee up for protection, ball secured to the chest on landing
- Catching at chest height instead of attacking high
- Hands flat instead of forming a 'W'
- No vocal call — defenders unsure if to challenge
- Spilling the ball back into the box
Foundation
Standing catches from a partner toss above head, 8 of 10 clean.
Form
Jumping catches from a tossed serve, 7 of 10 clean.
Tempo
Catches from a chipped cross, 6 of 10 clean.
Pressure
Catches with a passive attacker nearby.
Match Rhythm
Catches with active challenger in the box.
Mastery
Catches in a live game scenario from corner kicks.
Shot Stopping Technique
Proper diving form, hand positioning, secure catches
Positioning & Angles
Correct starting position, angle to ball, depth in goal
Footwork & Movement
Quick shuffles, set position, explosive movements
Distribution
Accurate throws, kicks, ability to start attacks
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