About Intro to Goalkeeping:
Welcome to Intro to Goalkeeping, where individuals looking to learn more about goalkeeping can find a place to get started.
As a passionate coach who has worked extensively with youth players, I recognized a crucial gap in the soccer community: the lack of information for those looking to explore the goalkeeper position. This realization became the driving force behind creating this website - to build a bridge that guides and empowers players, coaches, and parents to embrace the art of goalkeeping.
This website is a place for individuals looking for information ranging from what gloves to buy, to the basics of being in goal, and to answering question you have about the position. I want to share what I’ve learned from my experience of playing and coaching to help other players learn to love the exhilarating experience of making that big save and being the hero for your team that will leave you wanting more.
Playing the challenging position requires individuals to give their best at crucial moments, be determined, and embrace the pursuit of excellence. Because being a goalkeeper isn’t about being perfect, but doing the best you can and leaving it all on the field, an important skill to cope with the demands of being a goalkeeper and in life.
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About Me: Cat Parkhill
I grew up loving the goalkeeper position, because of the adrenaline rush of making that big save, helping my team succeed. But, I also loved the camaraderie I had with other fellow goalkeepers, as well as the supportive coaches who saw my potential, not only as a player, but as a person. That helped me as a Club Player, High School player, D1 soccer player, member of the USA U20 FIFA Women's World Cup 2008 Championship team, and professional NWSL player.
I’ve used what I learned from pursuing excellence in goalkeeping to other endeavors from representing the USA in Rugby as part of the U20 National Team and for Rugby 7s to academia in publishing peer-reviewed research articles in clinical psychology. For me, sports have the power to shape character, build resilience, and instill determination that will serve you beyond the pitch to your everyday life and your other aspirations. I’m excited to have this website available to help others learn more about the position!