Inside The 18 : A Podcast for Goalkeepers by Goalkeepers

Another Monster 2 Episode Podcast Alert!!!!   (RATE,  REVIEW on Itunes & Subscribe on all Platforms including our new You  Tube!) In Episode  1 we are joined by Brazilian National Team GK Aline Reis.  We talked set stance & balance, exhaling when you catch & even had a cameo appearance from @Saskia Webber's dog Coco! In Episode 2 we are joined by Northern Ireland Goalkeeping Institute...

Monster 2 Episode Podcast Alert!!!! (RATE, REVIEW on Itunes & Subscribe on all Platforms including our new You Tube!)   In Episode 1 we are joined by Legendary GK coach Peter Mellor (Former US GK Dir) . We discussed the tactical dev. of a youth goalkeeper; why GK's overload a wall, and why college coaching is still development.   In Episode 2 we are joined by IMG's AD GK Matt Brown. Chatting r...

So excited cuz we've got two RISING STARS in World Football 2 day! (RATE, REVIEW on Itunes & Subscribe on all Platforms including our new You Tube!)   We are joined by Fulham's Damian Las & Leicester City's Chituru Odunze . We chat transition from youth to pro; mentoring younger keepers & why @michaelmagid over ran every cross at his first pro trial. :P These guys are gonna be househol...

A Massive 2 Part Pod for you this week! (RATE, REVIEW on Itunes & Subscribe on all Platforms!)   In Part 1 we are joined by OL Reign's (& Future USWNT star) GK Casey Murphy . We chat how to extend your range, why GK's should play High school, & Omar's cereal habits :P   In Part 2 we are joined by Toronto FC GK Coach Jon Conway . We chat the lost "art" of throwing, how cross t...

This Episode is not one to miss! In a 2 hour monster (Could've been 4 hours!) we are joined by two legends in the goalkeeper coaching profession. Tim Mulqueen & Paul Blodgett are responsible for shaping the careers of some of the biggest names in US Goalkeeping .   We answer listener questions; break down some of their favorite US matches, identify the traits of the American goalkeeper, discus...

This Episode is so important for ALL PARENTS (not just for gk's)  & for all coaches.  (RATE, REVIEW on Itunes & Subscribe on all Platforms!) In today's pod we are joined by Sarah -Jayne Tobin (Journalist/Mother of Viral GK Sensation Nathan Fanagan) We chat how parents can assist their goalkeepers at home; continue open lines of communication with their coaches, & provide quality servic...

One of the most hilarious episodes we've done in a while (we're all probably loopy from too much time in our bunkers ;) (RATE, REVIEW on Itunes & Subscribe on all Platforms!)     In today's pod Saskia & Michael are joined by Toronto FC II GK Eric Klenofsky     The 3 of them chat NJ goalkeeping legends , read listener reviews; discuss alternative playing opportunities, & finish off with...

We are back live from our lockdown bunkers! In today's pod  Saskia & Michael are joined by Camp Shutout Founder Stan Anderson. The 3 of them read listener reviews; discuss pragmatic ways to train in isolation,   break down the USWNT Equality Legal Battle & how it parallels the undervalue of GK's in pay , and finish off with stories of their first major competitions in net.   (RATE, REVIEW...

Due to Recent Events; our Champions League Coverage has been postponed; however we still have a great pod for you :) Please listen to our message & practice proper GK Hygiene. In today's pod (Filmed Live at Phoenix College) Omar & Michael are joined by AZGK Performance Director Carmen Esnal & Staff Coach Giovani Ocampo. The Four of them break down "positional awareness" on the backpass...

IT"S HERE! Our Belated MLS 2020 Preview! In today's pod Saskia & Michael are joined by The Athletic's GK Analyst Matt Pyzdrowski.     The three of them answer listener questions regarding David DeGea's form, which GK's are most underrated in MLS, which young prospects to watch and why Kenneth Vermeer is perfect for LAFC. This episode is a MONSTER! (RATE, REVIEW & Subscribe on all Platform...

We are back from Zona  & getting ready for our big MLS Preview next week. (Make sure to subscribe to not miss out!)  Till then we've got another great piece to wet your goalkeeping appetite. (Patreon Link. Please Donate!) - https://www.patreon.com/gkunion In today's pod (Filmed Live during United Soccer Coaches National  Convention Jan 2020) Omar & Michael  are joined by NC Courage Goalkee...

Greetings from MLS Pre-season!  We are in Arizona all week getting some great content for you all, but that doesn't mean we don't have something special for you today. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Patreon Link : https://www.patreon.com/gkunion In today's pod (Filmed Live during United Soccer Coaches National Convention Jan 2020) Omar & Michael  are j...

This Episode is a monster! Rate , Review & Subscribe on all platforms. Leave your Social Media Handle for chance at prizes! ____________________- Patreon Link : https://www.patreon.com/gkunion   First Saskia talks about her experience throwing the first pitch at a Dodgers game. 0:00- 6min   Then Omar & Michael are joined by World Renowned Sports Psychologist Dan Abrahams 06min- 1hr 10 min...

This episode needs no introduction.  Omar & Michael are joined by the Head of Goalkeeping for the English FA Tim Dittmer.  Yes you heard that right. The FA ;) The three of them chat about defending spaces, proper starting positions , reading crosses, organizing, & even get into the England depth pool.  This Episode is not one to miss! ________________________________________  www.insidethe...

We are back in studio! (link in bio )   First we review what we saw in Baltimore & answer some listener q's. 1:00 - 18:00   Then we chat the advantages & disadvantages of volley service 18:00 - 36:00   Finally we chat MLS transfers, NWSL draft, Bill Hamid back in USMNT & what 42 year old Gigi Buffon teaches us about longevity. 36:00-57:00   Episode is stacked!   Social media handles -...

We're back from United Soccer Coaches Convention & excited to share some of the great interviews we got!   Periodically through the next few weeks we will be dropping some unreal chats w/ top minds in the game. (Such as FA GK Dir, Power House Pro Club GK Coaches, World Cup Legends etc) So make sure to follow, rate & subscribe to not miss out. Leave a review with your handle & we will f...

Hello from Baltimore! We're currently at the United Soccer Coaches Convention (amazing pods to come) , but that doesn't mean no episode this week! We present to you Part 2 of our piece Live from the GK Level 1 & 2 License.   "Instructing Adults vs Coaching Youth w/ Former Michigan State GK Coach Micah Collins       We chat how adult education differs from youth, why adults are less open t...

We're back from holiday break w/ a new pod recorded live at the United Soccer Coaches GK 1 & 2 Licenses!   "The Importance of Goalkeeper Education for Head Coaches w/ Former Michigan State GK Coach Micah Collins     We chat the relationship between head coach & goalkeeper coach; how to properly integrate your goalkeeper into team sessions, & the importance of goalkeeper education...

Happy New Years Insiders! We've been slammed getting ready for the live shows this weekend in LA (& Baltimore Convention) , but we want to make sure you still get your weekly dose of GK Content.     We went into the vaults & found this "bonus" episode we recorded w/ Saskia prior to her joining the show. We discuss how to deal w/ "skipping" balls & inclement weather;...

Happy Holidays Insiders! We are all out of town till the New Year, but still have plenty of great content for you GK die hards :)       In today's episode (Recorded Live at IGA ) we are joined by IGCC GK Dir Phil Wheddon & IGA's Erick Miseroy       We discuss how to properly incorporate guest coaches into your academy; why collaboration benefits you in the long run, and even have a guest appea...

In today's episode (video on youtube & FB!) we are joined by LA Galaxy Goalkeeper Justin Vom Steeg! We discuss how to stay "sharp" in every training environment; why goalkeepers must be leaders, & the sacrifices young pros must make. Make sure to rate, review, and subscribe on all platforms & leave your social media handle!   Follow us at @goalkeeperpodcast- instagram @goalke...

In today's episode (video on youtube & FB!) we are joined by Stade De Reims Goalkeeper Phallon Tullis Joyce! We discuss how to properly communicate in a "foreign language" ; the French gk dev system & why it's important to work with youth as a professional :) Make sure to rate, review, and subscribe on all platforms & leave your social media handle! Follow - @patrickmclain24...

In today's episode (video on youtube & FB!) we are joined live in studio by IGA Dir. Joe Velazco We discuss how to properly utilize a "rebounder" ; the diff types, & why so many GK coaches are hesitant to incorporate them into their training program. Then we chat Alisson Becker winning the Lev Yashin award; why Vlatko is making smart decisions w/ the USWNT ID camp, and breakdown...

In today's special "Thanksgiving" episode (video on youtube & FB!) we are joined live in studio by LA Galaxy Goalkeeper Matt Lampson!   We discuss the importance of giving back, being disciplined, having a professional diet, and most importantly Donuts!   Make sure to rate, review, and subscribe on all platforms.   Happy Thanksgiving GK Union!   Links - @goalkeeperpodcast (Insta) @go...

In today's episode ( check out the video on FB & You Tube!) we are joined by USYNT & LAFC GK Dir. Neil Thompson! We find out what it takes to make an MLS Academy roster, why youth players shouldn't specialize too early, and why basketball is perfect cross-training for goalkeepers. Then we breakdown Nation's League; including Brad Guzan's 72nd minute top hand save VS Canada ; & why Cuba...