Whether you're a brand new goalie looking for info, an experienced goalie wanting to return to basics, a parent looking for info for your youth goalie, or an attack, middie, D, or LSM contemplating a switch in positions, we should have what you need.
Lax Goalie Rat is a site full information about how to play goalie, how to improve your game, the right lacrosse goalie gear to use, the right lacrosse goalie drills and workouts, and how to transform yourself into a mental warrior.
For new goalies, however it can be a bit overwhelming.
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Here are the 1st 12 posts that I would read to understand the basics of playing goalie in the sport of lacrosse:
After that you should have a decent understanding of what you're supposed to do. So get out there and practice. Getting shot on is the best way to get better.
Once you understand the basics and can execute saves at fairly decent level your next challenge will be to overcome the mental demons that haunt so many lacrosse goalies.
In addition to teaching the physical aspects of how to make saves I also teach goalies how to be mental warriors. It's not easy, but with the right attitude anyone can conquer the mental side of goalie play.
Here are my posts related to the mental game:
The mental piece is hard. I don't expect you to be mentally tough after reading just a few articles. But by slowly internalizing the lessons of those posts, you will become a mental warrior in the crease.
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A bunch of useful docs and videos that will help you become a better lacrosse goalie!
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