The Goalkeeping Podcast

Self Reflect Time...

18 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode i talk while walking the dog in the park about a few things and soerry if you can hear the dog snorting like a pig. So I talk about......

Its never over till its over

11 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this espisode i talk about the play off semi final drama at Notts county and also the following... topic of the week (distribution) crossing sessi...

Only One Leg Needed

04 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode im talking about the National league quarter finals that we at Borehamwood just played and how eventful it was. I also talk about the ...

GK'S LEAVE NOTHING BEHIND

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode im joined by newly promoted Bishop Stortford's goalkeeper Jack Giddens who talks about the great joy that have had this season. I alss...

From Random to Randomer

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode im joined by Herbie who is on a week work experience with me and im also joined by my son Alfie who has a day off school. We talk abou...

GK's Tank Empty???

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about the last week of evenys and how it has gone with all the camps and explain in detail what the camp workshops i done.   ...

Come On Make A Decision.....

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about how the business end of goalkeeping works mainly in training sessions and wht you need to work on to reach that top level...

Haribo anyone....?

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about what it take's to reach the next level.  Having a mixture of things is what its going to take to keep progressing as a g...

On The Road...

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about the making the very lasy change from DGUK into gloveglu academy.   I also talk about the following topics... advise on ...

STOP. LISTEN. LEARN

17 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about how coach's can sound, rather than just saying unlucky or never mind.  A coach is there to coach, give guidence and offe...

Should Goalies Eat Donuts Anyway?

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode I have a chat with Millwall u23's goalkeeper coach Dominic Coleman and I also talk about the following... England C Selected goalkeepers...

DO ALL KEEPERS BITE THEIR NAILS ???

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode im joined by my wife hoovering outseide the office (which is quite annoying) and I end up talking about the following... PARENTS NEED...

glove glu academy is now open...

24 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

After 15 years of Martin Brennan running DGUK he has now gone and opened up as glove glu academy. Also Martin will be on his own giving you more goalk...

Introducing: GLOVEGLU ACADEMY!

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Introducing gloveglu academy! gloveglu Academy combines one of the most innovative goalkeeper brands in the World, with World-Class Goalkeeper coachin...

Shouting Parents - You're ruining kids football! Here's why

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you heard parents shouting at your junior football matches? Have you seen it affect the players? It's a huge issue across grassroots football, an...

What is the Peak Age for a Goalkeeper?

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Important atributes for a modern day great Goalkeeper are agility, reflexes, speed, concentration, confidence.  All probably more associated with you...

How to train without a GK Coach

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Across grassroots & junior football there are goalkeepers who get little attention in training.  Coaches and managers plan their drills focussed on o...

The Art of the 'Training Keeper'

27 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul & Martin discuss the phenomonen of the Goalkeeper that never plays.  The 3rd, 4th, or even 5th choice keepers brought into the club even though ...

What's the most important stat for a Goalkeeper?

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul & Martin discuss what measurable statistic is the best to use to asses a goalkeepers performance. From Clean Sheets to Expected Goals Conceded - ...

The Crazy Life of an EFL Keeper - Part 2

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Part 2 of the podcast with Sutton Town Goalkeeper, Lewis Ward!   Lewis discusses his career from Forest Green Rovers to now, including his time at Sw...

The Crazy Life of an EFL Keeper - Lewis Ward (Part 1/2)

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We talk through the ups and downs of Sutton Town Goalkeeper Lewis Ward's career so far! An established EFL Goalkeeper and still just 25, Lewis has a g...

Do Goalkeepers Train Harder than Players?

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Keepers get a bad rep for being unfit. They don't cover as much ground, don't often run, and their training methods often look like a lot more fun tha...

"Goalkeepers Are Crazy" - Here's why you're wrong!

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Legendary German Goalkeeper Oliver Kahn once said: "Goalkeepers need an element of insanity" Are Goalkeepers really crazy? Are the best Goalkeepers at...

How tall does a goalkeeper need to be?

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sutton United Goakeeper, Lewis Ward, joins the boys this week to discuss height! Standing at 196cm, Lewis has authority when talking about height! But...

How to save penalties - from a PK expert

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sutton United's Lewis Ward has an excellent penalty saving record. Last season, he saved a penalty from Gabriel Jesus in the FA Cup, before saving 2 p...

Why Goalkeepers are the new megastars - gloveglu x Gaelic football

30 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

County Meath GAA Goalkeeper Billy Hogan sits down with Paul to discuss Goalkeeping in the sport of Gaelic Football. As a talented Goalkeeper, Billy ch...

What's more difficult than being a GK? Being a GK's Dad!

16 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Paul swaps talking to Martin Brennan, pro GK coach, and instead talks to Martin Brennan, Father of an aspiring goalkeeper! In the wake of t...

Pre match nerves - Martin's most embarrassing story!

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The guys discuss pre-match nerves, specifically Martin's experience before his senior debut. His antics earnt him his notorius nickname! BECOME A PATR...

Building the ultimate Cartoon Keeper

19 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Following FrankenKeeper & RoboKeeper, we bring you 'Cartoon Keeper!' Can we build an unstoppable keeper by combining different cartoon characters? Did...

Does the colour of Goalkeeper shirt matter?

12 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul thinks he's hacked goalkeeping with a revelation found in a scientific study.  Martin isn't so sure - But is there something in the colour or pa...

FrankenKeeper - Building the ultimate Goalkeeper

29 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Martin and Paul turn into mad scientists once again!  This time they're disassembling current Premier League Goalkeepers and making the ultimate PL g...

Why every keeper should be on Social Media

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul thinks every keeper should be on social media. Martin isn't so sure. Is it essential for getting scouted these days in modern football? WATCH THE...

England's #1: Ben Foster & Joe Hart on the plane to Qatar?

08 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The boys discuss who Southgate should be taking on the plane to the World Cup this winter.  What's the role of the 3rd choice keeper, to be the stron...

The Off-Season

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul and Martin discuss the off-season. That period after the last game of the season and the beginning of pre-season! What should you be doing as a g...

Jackie Burns - Northern Ireland #1

24 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul sits down with gloveglu athlete Jackie Burns to discuss her incredible story - Starting from Cookstown, Northern Ireland to her current club side...

Getting in the zone - focus for the win

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rob returns to talk the guys through how with mind set training, you can get better focus for your game. Stop distractions, communicate better and eve...

Quick fire keeper questions to Pro Coach

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The boys go through some quick fire questions we've had in.  Can Martin Mastermind himself to a personal best score? Have you got questions you'd lik...

Should you be an emotional keeper with Scott Shearer

27 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The team is joined  by Scott Shearer, ex pro-keeper and discuss the benefits and challenges of bringing your emotions into the match.   I have been ...

Non league to world cup keeper

13 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul sits down with Matt Gould Althrincham Town and New Zealand keeper, to hear his story. Even coming from a legendary football family, we get to und...

So you want to be a leader? Season 2 - Episode 17

06 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rob Blackburn our mindset coach explores how leadership skills massively impact your performance as a goalkeeper. We all know communication is key to...

Robo Keeper - What does the perfect goalkeeper look like? Season 2 - Episode 16

29 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The team step into the near future and design the perfect goalkeeper. How tall? How big are Robo Keepers hands? Hair cut? All these important question...

Season 2 - Episode 15 - Martin Brennan, my story from goalkeeper to coach

22 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bumper podcast this week.    Martin shares his story from the early years, through his journey as a top goalkeeper to a key moment in his career....

Season 2 - Episode 14 - Mindset for keepers - with Performance Mindset Coach Rob Blackburn

14 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We invite Rob Blackburn on the show, a performance mindset coach, to share his story and how understanding and managing your mindset can fundamentall...

Season 2 - Episode 13 - Planning your development

08 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Martin takes you through short and long term goals to improve your keeping. Some have nothing to do with being on the pitch, but discover if they coul...

Season 2 - Episode 12 - Anyone can kick a ball...

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Sherrratt, Founder & CEO of gloveglu is looking for some assistance in improving his goalkicking. "Any Idiot Can Kick a Ball" takes you throug...

Season 2 - Episode 11 - Why others sports are vital

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you missing out on the skills that other sports can offer a goalkeeper? The boys talk golf, american football and the obvious one - frizbee...

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Punch, catch or parry

19 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Martin and Paul, talk tactics, trends and even fashions in this weeks podcast.

Season 2 - Episode 9 - So you want to be an academy keeper?

04 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The guys talk about what it really means to be an academy keeper.

Season 2 - Episode 8 - They say I can't make mistakes

25 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The guys talk about dealing with the mistakes we all hate making.

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Getting to the next level

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Find out some insights as to how you can fullfil your aims of getting to the next level.

Season 2 - Episode 6 - What is keeper training

04 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The guys look at what keeper training is and should be about.

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Managing sessions - queues

28 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week Martin and Paul talk about making sure you get the best out of your sessions.

Season 2 Episode 4 - Reader or reactor?

21 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what type of keeper you are in this episode.

Season 2 Episode 3 - Block Saving

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This time the boys talk about block saving, what it means, who does it best and how you can add it to your game.

Season 2 Episode 2 - Time Wasting

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This show we explore the balancing act of timing waste as a goalkeeper. Lots of tips and great stories.

Season 2 episode1 - 4 simple steps

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New format to the show but with the same great content. Check out episode one, 4 simple steps to improve your goalkeeping.

TIME FOR CHANGE

15 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is the last of the old version podcasts of which is sad but extremely for so many reasons. The sad news is my kids will not intro and outro the p...

ENJOYING THE MISTAKES

03 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode I talk about how we are getting very close to moving this podcast over to join up with Glove Glu. I also talk about how making mistakes i...

WHAT DO YOU EXPECT??

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

So you don't work on anything in the week build up before the match at the weekend and expect to be outstanding, why ???? We all expect to do unreal t...

F**K ALL FOCUS CHALLENGE

23 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk through the mental circle of making mistakes and the pattern that we all create for ourselves.  So you have made a mistake and...

Are You Consistent?

15 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about how consistency takes time with young goalkeepers and young people. You can't expect a young goalkeeper to perform week i...

Hitting the % ers

11 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about making very small changes to have a massive impact in an effective way on your game. I call them the 1% changes  Crisps or ...

Making The Mistake

04 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about how its soo important that young goalies make mistakes. We have to create goalkeepers who understand at an early age that...

Effective Coaching

31 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about effective coaching and how to actaully improve a goalkeeper while adding knowledge and understanding to their game.  Tur...

"Its the way you say it"

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about the importance of communicating as a goalkeeper and how it can have a massive impact on the team.  Also give a few detai...

DGUK new Partnership

13 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode which is well over due we talk about the new partnership DGUK have and what exciting places its going to take us. Also talk about the ...

WHY DO YOU DO THAT ??

23 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk through the camps and what they have to offer.  We also talk about the tasks I set on the camp of asking the goalkeepers why ...

Young Goalies Say Funny Things

04 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Im joined by the whole junior elite camp. We talk through what we have done throughout the camp along with the following... - Communic...

Focus on Strengths &Strenghts

29 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about how important it is to focus on your strengths as well as focusing on your weaknesses.  We as goalkeepers can get carrie...

#STOPGOALIECUES

21 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about goalkeeper cueing up in training sessions and the reason the is no point and no need for it what's so ever.  Also talk t...

AM I GOOD ENOUGH, PART 2

05 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about how when we ask ourselves are we good enough. This question can come up in our head quite a lot and Im sure we sometimes ...

WHAT YOU TALKING ABOUT ?

22 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about words that are used in football that most of us don't know about. WHEN DID FOOTBALL WORDS CHANGE ? WHY DO WE SHOUT THESE...

GOALIE, SET IT UP

17 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about setting up Free kicks and corners from the goalkeepers point of view. What works ? What don't work? Have you tried it yet...

GRIP OR GET A GRIP ?

09 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about goalkeeper gloves and how they have mentally taken over some goalkeepers that I Know. Is is the grip on the gloves the re...

WALL OR NO WALL

02 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about defensive walls and why there is pros and cons to having a wall put up in front of you.  We all assume that the wall is...

WHY 10 VOLLEYS ?

26 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week we talk about goalkeeping warm ups and what they actually mean.    What is a goalkeeping warm up ? Do they all do and look the same ? Why ...

WORKING WITH FACTS AND FEELINGS

19 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week its a full house with Nathen Ashmore, Ryan Huddart and myself all talking about the truth in facts and feelings. - Do we make decision throu...

AM I GOOD ENOUGH???

12 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Im joined once again by Nathen Ashmore who shares his views alongside me on the question of "Am I Good Enough?' This is a question tha...

WERE BACK AND LOOKING FOR TALENT

04 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back…. After such a long break we are back and ready to talk about all the great challenges we face as a goalkeeper.  The theme this side o...

COACHING LANGUAGE

18 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about how important coaching language is and how timing of coaching can be very effective.   I also talk through how the onlin...

COACHING WHAT HAPPENS

11 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about how to coach what actually happens in a match while putting on training sessions.  The ratio has to be 50-50% when coac...

FROZEN FINGERS AND TOES

04 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to "The Goalkeeping Podcast" after spending nearly 5 months away we are back. Its been a long wait to get this back up and running and we...

WE ARE BACK

15 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We are back with the goalkeeping podcast. After spending near 6 months locked away we felt it was time to come back out to play.  Its been a eventful...

MARK UP AND HOPE

28 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about setting up defensive corners giving you our pros and cons to each situation. WOULD YOU HAVE PLAYERS ON YOUR POSTS?? DO Y...

SETTING UP A WALL, OR NOT??

15 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about the basic steps in setting up a defensive wall or would you even have a wall ???   How many would you have ??   Do the...

TRIALING AT A CLUB

11 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about the pros and cons of going on trial at a club while trying to prove what you are worth. Its a very lonely place and when...

ASK COACH WHY

02 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about the pros and cons to academy football and how different it has become from years ago.  We also talk though the followin...

GOALKEEPING SWAGGERS

25 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we are joined by Shane Gore who is a non league goalkeeper with more appearance then most keepers would ever dream of.  We talk about...

SIMPLE MATCH DAY TASKS

20 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about how to mentally prepare for matches and what simple tasks you can set yourself.  Some goalkeepers and coaches can compl...

GOALKEEPING IS EVOLVING

13 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about how the position of the goalkeeper has changed so much over the years and how we have to adjust with the times. THE BACK...

TOP NON LEAGUE KEEPERS

10 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk through the top non league goalkeepers with our own list of keepers that we all feel should be in a top 5. What makes you a to...

KEEPERS OF TODAY OR YESTERDAY???

06 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about current and former premier league goalkeepers and how would the old school goalkeepers cope with todays game.  Seaman o...

LIFE OF A NON LEAGUE KEEPER

03 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about the ups and downs, pros and cons in being a non league goalkeeper. As Ash always says the colder the showers the lower y...

LIVERPOOL KEEPER JOINS US

31 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we are joined by Liverpool goalkeeper Andy Lonergan. Andy shares his training routine with one of the worlds best goalkeepers and also...

SECOND CHOICE HERO'S

28 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about how second choice goalkeepers can play a big part in the team and what its like to be a no 2 keeper.  Would you get the...

TURNING MISTAKES INTO POSITIVES

13 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk through what mistakes mean and how they can effect goalkeepers reaching their full potential. Making mistakes is a way of life...

TAPING UP YOUR GOALKEEPING (AND MARRIAGE)

06 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we continue our discussion on goalkeeping equipment and how it can help or not help us.  As goalkeepers we are all looking for that l...

£10/£30 OR £200 ON GK GLOVES ??

28 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about goalkeeping equipment and how much research and time is actually spent on producing such expensive products.  What is i...

MY WAY OR...MY WAY

21 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about goalkeeper coaching and how so many coaches believe that have the correct coaching methods, but we believe that no one h...

STORMY GOALKEEPING

14 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk about how parents shouting at their kids in training and matches can have a very negative impact on them.  We also discuss th...