Goalkeeping 1

Goalkeeping. A specialized skill not everyone can hone. Most, if not all goalkeepers in Malaysia do not have proper coaches to guide them. Most goalies come from a variety of backgrounds e.g. futsal or basketball. Famous soccer goalkeepers who trained their reflexes by being shot-stoppers in handball teams include Peter Schmeichel ( famous for his star-shaped jump to cover as much of the goal as possible, allowing him to excel in one-on-one situations) and Petr Cech.

Goalkeepers in team handball have to cope with shots coming at them at speeds of up to and over 80mph. It requires all their courage, skill, and exceptional reflexes to stop the ball from entering the net. Goalies are always at a disadvantage.

Why is goalkeeping important?

A poor goalie can make a good team mediocre, and a good goalie can make a mediocre team competitive. Not only are you the last line of defense but also the first attacker in offense because of the responsibility of initiating the fastbreak. Your effectiveness greatly affects the psychological state of your teammates, and your overall performance is considerable influence to team success. Regardless of your success or failure, you must be a leader and display the qualities of confidence, composure, and courage.

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