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Goalkeeping Performance Analysis

Andy EllerayAbout Andy24 years old, from London

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FootballAnalysis: Cheltenham Town, Liverpool, ChelseaCoach: Cheltenham Town, Hereford United, Worcester City, Worcestershire FAPlaying: Amateur/Semi Pro, 8 different Sports at University, Great Britain & England Blind Football (sighted goalkeeper)

AcademicMsc Sports Coaching, Bsc (hons) Sports Science, Diploma in Sports ManagementUEFA B + UEFA B Goalkeeping - currently completingISPAS (International Society of Performance Analysis in Sport) Accredited Level 6 analyst

About AndyAbout Andy

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Video Analysis History, Systems & ImplementationBiomechanics Movements & TechniquesPerformance Analysis Created SystemsResearchGames Based TrainingThe Future

All of the stats are fictitious only to show how the system worksCan only show certain clips mainly to show processes not specific information

ContentsVideo AnalysisQuick BackgroundA key component of the coaching processReduces the gap between subjective (views and opinions) and objective (evidence and observations) reasoningUsed to monitor, develop, measure and enhance Key Performance Indicators KPIsPositive re-enforcement especially for young GKs Due to my experiences in goalkeeping can tailor everything to meet needs and work closely with coachesPROVIDES EVIDENCEVideo AnalysisEasily accessible???Basic video cameras come with editing softwareFree software available onlineNot as expensive as you might thinkBenefits and supplement to coaching Priceless!Video AnalysisSoftwareSportsCode very advanced and powerful analysis toolKinovea My own software used at other clubs and in my own coachingStorage of sessionsLibrary of saves, technical points and feedback examples

Video AnalysisLooked around for analysis systems for GKs.didnt find anything useableVery generic and not GK specificUsing general football ideas and research through Msc and coaching was able to explore new ideasMy Msc dissertation found a large gap in GK video and performance analysis at youth development levelThrough starting video support in my own sessions has enabled me to be in the position I am today

Video Analysis For GKsOverviewVideo Analysis For GKsMatch ViewingTraditional TV view gives limited feedback opportunities i.e. usually when the GK is directly involved in playPrevious research dictated that GKs arent involved in play 85% of the match (based upon 1 season dont need statistics to realise this)Wanted to investigate off the ball involvementHave tried filming from behind the goal for GKs viewCame up with a GK player cam and match view playing together.......

Video Analysis For GKsMatch viewingOpens up previously neglected areas:Positioning without the ballSupport playCommunicationStarting positionsCoding specific to GKs when matches are reviewed the individual clips are broken down into the above areas along with shots, crosses, set plays, counter attacks and distribution.

Video Analysis For GKsBuilt into their weekly plans specific sessionsMon Matches/Thurs Weekly Training (Also when necessary)Constant liaising with coachesDone in the following ways:Coach GKCoach GK AnalystAnalyst GK (after consultation with coach)1 GK or a group depending on the analysis sessionUsed to assist report writing and performance monitoring e.g. jump testing

Video GK Development PlansGK would look back at their coded match areas with the coach on a 1 to 1 basisMy role as analyst is to prepare selected clips and whatever information the coach wants (more on this later)Coach would feedback their points from the game. A very interactive process that gets the GK thinking about their whole performanceWhen coaching I do this myself so assuming both rolesVideo GK Development Plans: MatchesBroken down into small clips or 1 main coaching pointMost feedback takes place after the sessionIn some instances the coach will stop the session and use immediate feedback looking at the clips there and thenComparisons of techniques split screensZoom in to really dissect techniqueWidescreen to look at set position and positioning in the goalExperimented with various angles depending on the coaches direction or session topic e.g. dive angleVideo GK Development Plans: Training2 cameras for the same action (gives a good reflection how the GK is moving)Young GKs love seeing videos! Use this engagement to productive a productive environmentShort sweet to the pointdont overload with hours of clips focus on the points you want to makeStructure is the key!Video GK Development Plans: TrainingExamples

Examples

How To Use?

The GKs work mostly on their own performance, but also the below model can be applied:Self own performancesPeers others in their club/age group to start discussion and questionsIdeal Pro GKs Match of the Day Saves of the week, YouTube videosQuestion sheets and grading used How To Use?Ideal Model HoweverPrevious academic research states that this approach can be dangerous because it assumes this skills are applicable to all levels of performanceA need to keep reviewing the most appropriate skills and techniquesBased upon areas such as ball changes, player evolvement, roles in the team and trial and error of practiceAre there ideal saves or movements for Gks?KEEP CHALLENGING OURSELVES!BE ONE STEP AHEAD OF THE OPPOSITIONHow To Use?Interactive session plans example real life video drills next to traditional session plansiPad being worked onFeedback presentations using video clips of the ideal drill execution or exercise to compare their session toSelected video clips on a PowerPoint video annotated notes and coaching points onCoach AssistanceHead downstrike the ball???When serving and involved in the sessionsometimes hard to see the GKs initial movements and savesSo much going on in a sessionVideo allows for recall of all incidents! Assists the coach to look at sessions and matches retrospectively

SummaryAn extremely powerful tool if structured and delivered appropriatelyTried and tested a variety of different feedback and interaction methodsEasy to use if the basic resources are available, You dont need high-tech software to produce video analysisEver growing and evolving area of goalkeeping development and performanceBiomechanicsOverviewStudy of human movementLooked at:Set positions grounded feet upon shot impactCOM velocity, quickest routeDive anglesPower step and force movementJumping techniquesGeneral motor skills in relation to goalkeepingOther sportsCant show the best examples unfortunately! BiomechanicsBasic Handling:Where the GK catches the ballRelating to their bodyWatch the ball!Wouldnt believe throughout all the sessions + matches how many GKs dont watch the ball

Biomechanics

Diving Power and Angle:Unfortunately cant show my detailed work here

Biomechanics

Diving PositionHead - Behind the ball.Hands - Will lead, take the ball early as possible and keep the elbows in front of the line of body.Feet Step off the nearest foot to the ball, off the front studs at a 45 degree angle.

Diving Power and Angle:Working on moving head and hands towards the ballStronger body shapeStepping into the dive and not collapsingQuicker movements broken down into 3 areas of analysisPrevious research in addition to my own analysis and observations over the past few years

BiomechanicsDiving Power and Angle:InitiationTake offBall contact

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Biomechanics

Crossing:

Biomechanics

Working on the standard crossing coaching pointsPoint the toe up to engage the leg muscles for more power and stabilityWorking a lot of timing and the decision making behind crossing a lot of video work (initial movements)

Watched hundreds of training sessions, matches, gym sessions!!!Goalkeeping is a 360 degree reaction position, not just reaction saves but responding to crosses, through balls, shots, defensive situations, starting attacks etcVery rarely are 2 actions ever the same obviously similarities but due to the nature of the game movements are always varied need to practice unorthodox actions examples?

BiomechanicsUse/advocate quick powerful movements:PlyometricsFutsal, Basketball, Handball, Tennis, Badminton, Hockey, Volleyball and Gaelic Football movements similarities from all sports Youth LevelPowerful Quick Dynamic Reaction AgilityTrain in isolation/build into technical practicesBased upon research and observations + Use in my own coachingBiomechanicsVaried unpredictable practice (more on this later)Biomechanics

Why not???Biomechanics

Gets the body moving in irregular/non linear ways which is what a GK performs in a matchDo we coach the drill or the actual session topic?Should we coach a variety of techniques and movements so the GK is equipped with the tools to be successful in any situation?Have GKs using their whole bodies to save if necessary More on my research later on.BiomechanicsSummaryTake elements of other sports actions training movements into GK trainingAdd to the specific match trainingStudies have looked to find areas to improve i.e. dive techniques, jumpingWays to which to work on theseA lot more work to be done more on this at the endPerformance AnalysisOverviewPerformance Analysis is the holistic part of the roles Ive assumedCombining video, biomechanics, statistics, coach dialogue, development plans, feedback, performance monitoring, psychology the whole processStatistics good but can be misleading at timesused to try and add a different dimensionA vital part of the coaching processPerformance AnalysisStatisticalSaving SnapShotA more accurate way of measuring saves ratios Johnny your save % this season was 65%...what does that even mean!!!What kinds of saves? What type of shots? Where from?Without over-kill here, have designed this systemSee hand-out for more details

Performance AnalysisStatisticalInspired byMoneyball!Wanted to investigate statistics in GKs furtherTo see if I could find relevant and useable data for coachesExamples of a few systems ever evolving but used for past 2/3 seasons at youth and pro levelPerformance AnalysisSaving SnapShot

Performance Analysis

Saving SnapShot

Performance Analysis

Saving SnapShot

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Saving SnapShot

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Saving SnapShotLooking for trendsRecords saves and goals ratiosEasy to recordAlways looking to evolve and make more accuratePlans to add saves with the feet along with a few more ideasSome coaches prefer visuals, some statisticsAlways important, if possible, to have video footage to backup the statistics

Performance AnalysisDistributionCreated 4 years ago found a couple of similar methods but didnt produce the statistics I wantedMeasures:FrequencySuccessRetention

Performance AnalysisDistributionPitch MapsTrendsIndividual Distribution ActionsTime on the ball long/short distributionOverall statistics see hand-out (wouldnt give all this information to a coach

Performance AnalysisPerformance Analysis

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KeyWon Poss Retained

Won Poss Lost

Lost Poss Retained

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1st Half2nd halfDistributionPerformance AnalysisMatch + GKGK ActionsWonLost%RetainedNot%Barcelona (AE)128467%11192%Real Madrid (AE)3023777%201067%Ajax (AE)2726196%22582%Total69571282%531677%Can be done for each GK, Home/Away or different competitionsGoals AnalysisSimple way of recording where goals go inLooking for trendsNot just for the GKUsually done with older GKs but always good to monitorExamples.Performance AnalysisGoals Analysis

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Goals Analysis

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Save in the red zoneTailored to different ages/abilitiesRelate to goal settingSave the balls in and around

Goals Analysis

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Goals Analysis

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PsychologyWorked with various GKs at different levelsSpecific GK workHave used different questionnaire + interview based techniquesLooked at building confidence, dealing with anxiety, coping with mistakes and improving concentrationPerformance profiles, imagery, visualisation, positive mind setNot the main emphasis of the presentation speak to me at anytime for further details

Performance AnalysisPsychologyPerformance Profiles main area linked to video analysis wont give away all my secrets!Gets the GKs to review their own performances/attributes and combine with coach viewsLinked to identifying the crucial attributes of top GKsSelecting the best attributes from each top GK to create the ultimate GK!All linked to the video analysis work done

Performance AnalysisSummaryCrucial in the coaching processFind a way to measure, test or monitor an area of performance if nothing exists for what you wantcreate it!Can be tailored to the ability, age and experience of the GKs youre working withCan be replicated at grassroots level quite easilyNew systems being created all the timeAdditional AreasResearchAm presenting 2 podium presentations at the ISPAS (International Society of Performance Analysis in Sport) World Congress in July1 based around logging match actions over 2 whole seasons and comparing to the actual training sessions do we train what occurs in matches?2 an overview of my Performance Analysis support systems over 4 different clubs from a scientific approach

Research1 based around logging match actions over 2 whole seasons and comparing to the actual training sessions do we train what occurs in matches?Findings this was not the caseAgreed with a 2012 FIFA studySuggestions on different ways to trainGK as a playmaker!Results ISPAS 2012.

Research 12 an overview of my Performance Analysis support systems over 4 different clubs from a scientific approachGoes into detail about my work and researchSimilar to what Ive done today

ResearchGames Based TrainingDeveloped over 6 years to offer a different approach to technical training 80+ gamesDesigned for coaches with 4+ GKsFocuses on different topics (shot stopping, 1 v 1s etc) within small specially designed gamesWorks on all motor skills in a fun learning environmentUsed with grassroots and elite GKs with a great deal of success and positive feedbackGames Based TrainingCombine a variety of different sports, balls and environmentsWorks closely with the biomechanics chapter to develop core motor skills and general athleticismFocuses on the TGfU coaching theoryPlaces the learning emphasis on the goalkeeperAsk questions into their performanceLets them find appropriate techniques for different situationsGames Based TrainingTriangle Goal GameGames Based Training

Multi-GoalGames Based Training

The FutureStudying into how we make decisions and how our body reactions to different scenariosDetailed study into GK biomechanics and motor controlMain question.Do our bodies respond differently to prescribed or varied practice?Looking into muscle activation and the importance of the power step and not collapse dives (biomechanics part of presentation)

The FutureWhy do we tell the GK where the ball is going during technical training?From a novice (cognitive learning phase)Prescribed good for familiarity and building confidenceLater on in development need to work more varied more decisionsThe FutureBuilding upon 2 previous studies although the findings/experiments can be improvedCoach friendly resultsHave an initial willing participant!Looking to build an intervention studyThe Future

Brief insight into some of the areas Ive looked intoEverything based on my experiencesTrial and error of numerous systemsAlways looking to improveMore systems, methods and experiments on-goingScientific Approaches to Goalkeeping in Football being developedImproving GK performance and sharing ideas!!!

ConclusionWe cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them.Albert Einstein

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