This skills session is about one on ones and how to practice them. I had a question through my website from a coach who was wanting to work on one on ones with their junior keeper so I thought Id share my thoughts with you all. A good way to start is to get your …

Two attributes that are very important for all goalkeepers are speed and agility. Being able to move your feet quickly both forward and laterally gives you the best chance of getting into the right position for every shot. Below is a video I have put together with the help of three of Australia’s greatest men’s …

As a travelling athlete I often find myself having to be creative in order to complete my gym workouts or rehab exercises whilst away. A holiday at the beach, a trip overseas, a night in a hotel or just time away from your local gym are not good enough reasons to miss or drop back …

FRESH IS BEST Food plays a big part of my everyday life. I love shopping for it, I love preparing it and most of all I love eating it. Being an elite athlete I have a high energy requirement but also need a wide variety of different foods to keep my body in good shape. …

As a goalkeeper I am fully aware of the reputation we hold of being ‘stinky’. This is something I am passionate about changing. I am convinced that a pair of shin guards will smell much worse than a well looked after set of goalkeeping gear. A few things I would suggest that may help prevent …

What I know about goalkeeping. Here are a few things that hockey has taught me over the years that I’m convinced will make you a better goalkeeper. I’ve been fortunate enough to coach and be coached by champion goalkeepers such as George Bazeley, Stephen Mowlam and Rachael Lynch and all of these things have changed …