This practical and highly accessible guide to the specialist role of the goalkeeper covers every aspect of the modern keeper's game, from handling practices and techniques through to mental and physical fitness. "It is great to see that the mental side of goalkeeping has been given plenty of coverage in this book. My overall verdict is that it is easy-reading and yet professional in its approach." Antti Niemi [Finnish International Goalkeeper] "There is no doubt that more work and energy has been put into this book by David Coles than into any other book on goalkeeping." Gordon Strachan [Manager, Southampton Football Club] "This book is excellently written, clearly explained and easy to understand by goalkeepers of all ages. It is an ideal tool for coaches and budding young keepers alike." Paul Jones [Welsh International Goalkeeper] AUTHOR: David Coles is a premier league football coach. Since 1997, he has been at Southampton Football Club where he is Goalkeeping Coach in charge of all Southampton keepers, from the first team through to the under 8s. As well as coaching keepers such as Paul Jones and Antti Niemi, he is building an excellent reputation for the Southampton Academy. 75 b/w photos
- ISBN13 9781861265920
- Publish Date 22 September 2003
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint The Crowood Press Ltd
- Format Paperback
- Pages 96
- Language English