Drive Goalkeeping is the official goalkeeping partner for CCSC led by our Head of Goalkeeping Development, Tom Paparounis. The Drive Goalkeeping Coaching Methodology pulls from Tom Paparounis’ 20+ years of studying under the guidance of highly respected goalkeeper coaches internationally, as well as consideration for the United States Soccer Federation and the United Soccer Coaches' age-appropriate coaching standards for player development.
Drive Goalkeeping has a track record of developing athletes through a training environment that prepares players for the technical, tactical, physical, mental, and social demands of the position while taking into consideration of each player’s unique learning style.
Key components of Drive Goalkeeping’s training programs include:
- The WHY behind every activity and coaching point.
- Game like - replicating movement and decision-making.
- Emphasis on player engagement
- Creating a positive learning environment
Age-Specific Curriculum
Ages 8-10
- Fundamentals of Goalkeeping for proper diving and distribution
- Safe environment
- Confidence Building
Ages 11-13
- Technical and Tactical training for shot-stopping and distribution
- Emphasis on training at game speed.
- Understanding the leadership role of the position.
Ages 14+
- Communication to organizing teammates in and out of possession of the ball.
- Consistent Technical Execution
- Competition
- Mental components of demands of the position
TRAINING SCHEDULE
Weekly club goalkeeper sessions for our players ages 11 and older are offered two times a week.
Supplemental Small Group Training sessions are also available at several locations throughout Chicago.
More info can be found here: https://www.drivegk.com/trainings
