Our Goalkeeper program is open to players with birth years 2017 through 2008.

The program will be led by Union Catholic High School Varsity Girls Coach Mike Walch, renowned goalkeeper training expert Paul Blodgett, and Christine Davis, a former University of Georgia player and First Team All-State selection from Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School.

Training will cover a range of essential skills, including shot-stopping, positioning, distribution, and communication with the defense. Goalkeepers will also work on handling crosses, improving reaction times, and mastering footwork for both high and low saves. Each session is designed to enhance both technical proficiency and mental toughness, ensuring goalkeepers develop a comprehensive understanding of the demands of their position.

Bring an inflated ball, shinguards and water.

If you have questions, please contact Coach Mike Walch at: Mike.walch@spfsoccer.com.

Mondays 7v7 Beginner Goalkeeper Training at Union Catholic

• Beginner Boys: 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm (keepers who have attended less than 6 training sessions)
• Beginner Girls: 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm (keepers who have attended less than 6 training sessions)

Wednesdays Advanced 7v7 Coed Goalkeeper Training at Union Catholic

• Advanced: 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm (keepers who have attended more than 5 training sessions)

9v9 and 11v11 Coed Goalkeeper Training at Union Catholic

Wednesdays 6:15 pm to 7:15 pm 

Fridays 5:15 pm - 6:45 pm*

*Note: Most 9v9 and 11v11 training will be 5:15pm - 6:45pm on Fridays however some GK practices will be rescheduled (likely to UC at 8:00 am on Saturdays) if there are conflicts with UC’s games schedule.

To be added to the Goalkeeper list, please contact Coach Mike Walch at mike.walch@spfsoccer.com. and indicate whether you are a 9v9 or 11v11 Keeper.  

You will be notified of schedule changes via PlayMetrics.