Transitioning Academy Players to 1st Team w/ MLS Sporting KC GK Dir Alec Dufty

Inside The 18 : A Podcast for Goalkeepers by Goalkeepers · May 28, 2019 · 47m

In todays episode,

We sit down with Sporting KC Director of Goalkeeping, Alec Dufty. We discuss his singular approach to the position from their U-9's to the 1st Team.

We cover:

What is the main differences between working with Reserve GK’s vs 1st team?

What are the most difficult challenges facing GK’s & and or coaches when moving up a level?

Is it more necessary to have a high level playing background working with 1st team then reserves?

What advice would you give coaches working with Veterans & youth players at the same time?

How fluid is the movement between the youth & senior GK ‘s at…