THERE is no doubting that the goalkeeping position is a special one, and that it takes a very special player to be able to become a goalkeeper. It is often said that there needs to be a touch of madness in their genius but that is par for the course whenever you are expected to […]
ALL over Ireland, county championships will be winding down to their final climactic games. This means that for most players, the season has ended and their so called off season begins, going from training three to five sessions per week down to one to two sessions and in some cases zero sessions per week. Most […]
By Patrick Morrison THE English word ‘storm’ comes from the Proto-Germanic ‘sturmaz’ which means noise or tumult (mayhem/chaos). Whenever we understand the origins of the word we can fully relate to the significance of its meaning. Being true to its name, storms are of course chaotic in nature while also having the ability to create […]
IN this week’s article, we will delve into the mechanisms the goalkeeping coach can use to improve their coaching ability both on and off the field. As the goalkeeping coach it is your role to act as an assistant to the goalkeeper. You have certain expectations to complete in regard to ensuring the goalkeeper is […]
By Patrick Morrison CHILDREN are curious and insightful individuals who explore and learn through the process of trial and error just as nature intended. Their world is loaded with all kinds of imaginary, games and toys. All a child wants to do is explore their world through the medium of play. And what child has […]
By Patrick Morrison EVERYWHERE I go whenever I am coaching goalkeepers; I am always asked about what gloves I think are the best to use. What is the best make, the best cut, what is the best fit. The lot. In reality there is no perfect pair of gloves that is best for everyone. Just […]
By Patrick Morrison DURING the Tokyo Olympics a few years back, we saw the introduction of a host of new sporting disciplines like baseball, softball, three v three basketball and skateboarding to name a few. I watched as much as the time difference would allow and had been able to view some of the new sporting additions […]
By Patrick Morrison OVER my football career I have played in many positions. From defence to forwards I have experienced playing in every position possible on the field. In my later years from u-16 up to senior I played at midfield until I was 24, at which time I took a four-year sabbatical from football. […]
By Patrick Morrison IT is that time of year when the club championships all over the country will be springing into action. Some counties may even have had the first round or two started. Here in Armagh, they are due to commence their group stages in the coming weeks. Those teams still in their respective […]
By Patrick Morrison GOALKEEPERS in Gaelic football have been entrusted with being the ultimate protector of their team’s goal. Their aim is to be there for the rest of their team whenever they fail to keep an attack out. They need to be at their utmost best in order to limit the amount of three-pointers […]
