The fast-paced sport of field hockey requires quick thinking and athleticism on the part of the goalkeeper. Field hockey goalkeepers must also have excellent communication skills, and be able to react and move quickly. There are many field hockey goalkeeper camps across the country that nurture these skills. Led by experienced coaches and players, goalkeeper camps provide goalkeepers with the skills they need to succeed in the net.
Shoot 'N Save
White Mountain Sports in Massachusetts offers a wide variety of clinics and camps for field hockey players, including a camp for goalkeepers, called Shoot 'N Save, that has space for up to 40 goalies. This camp focuses on improving goalkeeper techniques, decision-making and communication skills during a field hockey game. Penalty strokes and set piece work in corners is also part of the training. The camp also provides practice games. Campers can live on campus or be day campers. All practices are held on turf.
Babson College Girl's Field Hockey Camp
Babson College runs a field hockey camp for girls ages 12 to 16. Girls can progress at their own pace based on their ability. This camp focuses heavily on giving girls an understanding of the concepts, rules and team strategies in field hockey. One aspect of this camp is specialized goalkeeping instruction. Experienced coaches and players cover all aspects of what it takes to be a successful field hockey goalkeeper. The goalkeeping specialization is focused to the specific needs of each goalkeeper.
Stop That Shot! Goalkeeping Academy
Stop That Shot! Goalkeeping Academy is run by Eastern Field Hockey Camps. This camp provides five days of coaching that builds a strong foundation for field hockey goalkeepers of all levels. College coaches as well as experienced hockey players use innovative techniques to maximize players' skills. The program is customized to the skills and abilities of each goalkeeper. Players are given a written evaluation of their progress at the end of camp.
NIKE Field Hockey Camp
The Nike Field Hockey Camp is held at Lock Haven University in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, as well as at a number of sites across the United States, and includes special goalkeeping instruction. Players are taught skill development and position playing. Players also participate in a number of scrimmages to test their goalkeeping skills. Campers can stay in the university's residence halls, and the camp is taught by coaches and members of the Lock Haven University field hockey team.
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