KEEPERS RESOURCES
The First Ever Goalkeeper Coach & Trainer Forum
Martijn Drijver, principal of the Drijver Goalie Academy based in The Netherlands has suggested it’s high time that goalkeeper Coaches and Trainers from around the world get together for a day of sharing, learning, discussions and doing ... and of course some fun.
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Leg Burner!!
Join OBO and USA National Goalkeeper Jackie Kintzer for a leg burning fitness session!
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FIH own goal rule. Our thoughts so far.
For those not aware the FIH has introduced a new rule where own goals can now be scored if any player from either team touches the ball in the circle and the ball enters the goal.
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Stick Hand Coordination
Q. I am just wondering how people are improving their stick hand coordination / saves? and if people have any exercises that work well for this? A. Here’s a selection of comments made by our Facebook followers… Andrew Wilkie practise ball juggling works for me Jillian Fraser Practice. If you do repeated amounts of a … Continue reading "Stick Hand Coordination"
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Rotterdamse Hockey Keeper School
This season I started a goalkeeper academy in Rotterdam for all goalkeepers in the Rotterdam Area that are interested in getting the best possible training. Dutch international goalkeeper Pirmin Blaak is in charge of all excercises and together with his keeper trainers we train more than 50 goalkeepers every monday. If you want an impression … Continue reading "Rotterdamse Hockey Keeper School"
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Spartan with OBO – An evening with Beth Storry, GB and England
Come and join us with Beth Storry, GB, England and World XI for an evening of goalee indulgence with her GB Coach and Co Founder of Spartan, Steve Bayer. Take a look at the flyer and get back to us. Its taking place this Friday, 4 Nov 2011 at Oxford Hawks HC, England. Its very … Continue reading "Spartan with OBO – An evening with Beth Storry, GB and England"
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Warm up technique
This is a juggling warmup technique that we have been working on to get both sides of the braining firing for those all important games. This can be done by yourself or as can been seen in the video in pairs. Good luck, let me know how you go, or if you can manage to … Continue reading "Warm up technique"
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OBO training equipment review.
I’ve just submitted the following reviews to the Barrington Sports website and thought that I’d share them here too. I’ve had the Obo training gear since September 2010 so feel that I’ve used the equipment enough for me to write a well informed review. I have a pair of Deflecta’s, a Flicka stick and … Continue reading "OBO training equipment review."
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Inbetween Seasons Training
With this years season finishing in April and the next season not starting till September I am looking at various drill/training that I can do to keep my fitness up whilst keeping my reactions up to scratch, footwork still fast and etc. Just wondering if anyone has any tips on how they keep themselves going over … Continue reading "Inbetween Seasons Training"
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Tips On Using The OBO Training D’FLECTA Mat
Product info Balls will be hit at the D’FLECTA, which alter ball directions in both height and width. This simulates deflections and helps train reaction times and hand eye coordination of goalkeepers. Tips on using the D’FLECTA mat Fast ball speeds and striker deflections now play a big roll in scoring goals. The mat enables … Continue reading "Tips On Using The OBO Training D’FLECTA Mat"
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Tips On Using The OBO Training FLICKA Stick
Product info This stick allows a coach, player or parent to flick the ball easily at the goalkeeper. The speed is controlled by the user and can be used softly for beginners using their hands and more power for advanced keepers simulating top level drag flicks. Tips on using the FLICKA stick Once mastered the … Continue reading "Tips On Using The OBO Training FLICKA Stick"
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Tips On Using The OBO Training BOBBLA Ball
Product info The BOBBLA ball will launch on December 1st 2009 and should be available from your local OBO stockist (keep an eye out for pricing details soon!). The balls will be available in bags by the dozen… they look like eggs get it! Sorry no more yolking around – for more info check out this post. Tips on … Continue reading "Tips On Using The OBO Training BOBBLA Ball"
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FLICKA Example Video
Some ideas and examples of using the OBO FLICKA Stick in action plus a few ideas on repetition training for aerial shots.
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D’FLECTA Example Video
Here is a video showing the OBO D'FLECTA mat in action and a few ideas for some drills that work on reactions.
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BOBBLA Example Video
Here is a video showing the OBO BOBBLA training ball in action and a few ideas for some drills that work on repetition and reaction training.
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OBO Training Products On German TV
Some footage of the training products in action from Germany.
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OBO Training Names and Nicknames
Hello hockey fans, We have been informed of a few nick names people have thought of for the training products such as the egg, bat wing and the shark fin which is cool we like them! We thought we should explain the names we have chosen for the products are based on what the product … Continue reading "OBO Training Names and Nicknames"
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Field Hockey Pitch Template
Here are some useful Field Hockey Pitch templates that may be handy to coaches to explain the all important top secret plays and short corner attacks. Full Pitch Download Full Pitch PDF Half Pitch Download Half Pitch PDF The D Download The D PDF Check them out on our Facebook Album…http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=104779&id=115237238829&l=4572cbb4fe
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OBO Training Product Video
We recently released some OBO Training Product Pictures. We had several requests to see the products in action so here is a product introduction showing the products being used…please let us know your thoughts via the comments. The products will go on sale wordwide on December 1st 2009. Keep an eye out for some beta … Continue reading "OBO Training Product Video"
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OBO Training Product Pictures
As many people are aware we have been busy working on a range of training products with a focus on helping goalkeepers to train more effectively and have more fun! We are pleased to now reveal more details about the products and show you some photos of what the 3 products are shaping up like. … Continue reading "OBO Training Product Pictures"
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Coaching & training goalkeepers
Team trainings are necessary in developing the tactical skills a goalkeeper needs. It also enables the goalie to become an integral part of the teams defence and makes the defence trust his directions. cialis pills But the team training is not fit to train the specialist technical skills a goalkeeper needs. It is therefore imperative for … Continue reading "Coaching & training goalkeepers"
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Strengthen Those Wrists!
Hey guys and gals, “I see so many goalkeepers have there hands down by their sides and then cannot move them quick enough to get them to any aerial shots.” (Quoted from my coach). I do it sometimes i must admit that, but i have found something that can potentially help the lazy people out … Continue reading "Strengthen Those Wrists!"
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NZ Hockey Goalkeeping Resource
Here is a great Goalkeeping manual in PDF format produced by New Zealand Hockey. “This booklet is designed for beginner goalkeepers as well as coaches who want help with specific training for their goalkeeper. It will also be useful for more experienced goalkeepers who want drills and games to improve their techniques.” To download the … Continue reading "NZ Hockey Goalkeeping Resource"
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OBO Goalkeeping Manual
Download the OBO goalkeeping manual on training, techniques, coaching and materials from OBO. This PDF can be downloaded here. You will need the free Adobe Reader to open the PDF. .
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