Goalkeeper Secrets
The Goalkeeper Secrets Podcast covers all things related to being a goalkeeper in today's world of soccer. If you are committed to improving your technical, tactical and mental abilities as a goalkeeper, this is where you want to be. Hosted by Matt Railla, the owner of MJR Keeper Academy in California and goalkeeper coach for over 12 years working with goalkeepers of all ages and abilities from 8 years old to professional. Matt is on a mission to help young goalkeepers all over the world accomplish their goals and dreams.
Episodes
106 episodes since 2021
Do Your Homework As A Goalkeeper
There's many ways you can develop yourself as a goalkeeper without stepping on to the pitch. There's many resources available to you like YouTube that gives your access to thousands and thousands of videos of goalkeeper highlights, traini...
April 17, 2024
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Episode 106
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11:32
Give Yourself Grace As A Goalkeeper
As you develop and grow you will be faced with new challenges as a goalkeeper and you will go through periods of not being your best. This is completely natural and you should embrace these moments as opportunities to take your game to th...
April 03, 2024
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Episode 105
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11:29
Is It Ok To Be A Multi-Sport Athlete As A Goalkeeper?
Most kids grow up playing multiple sports and with the right intentions, playing another sport can help young goalkeepers to be more well rounded. Playing other sports can be a great way for young athletes to develop their game at a quicker rat...
March 20, 2024
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Episode 104
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15:16
The Team Culture Matters
When you are looking to join a new team and club, pay attention to the culture of that team and club. Do the coaches, club directors, trainers treat the players with respect and hold them accountable or do they let the players run the tea...
March 13, 2024
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Episode 103
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13:04
Press The Reset Button
Sometimes, the best thing you can do for your game is take a break or be mindful when you are forced to take a break. During this time, you will allow your mind to soak in all of the experiences you just went through and you come back a stronge...
February 28, 2024
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Episode 102
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12:29
GK Secrets with Antonio Chavez Borrelli
I had an amazing conversation with Antonio Chavez Borrelli who has accomplished some amazing feats in his career as a goalkeeper as well as launching his own goalkeeper glove brand, Glovus. We sit down for an in depth conversation about all thi...
February 21, 2024
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Episode 101
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52:32
What Is The Keeper Union?
The Keeper Union is important to implement with your fellow goalkeepers to help create a healthy and positive training environment. Email me to receive your FREE copy of the my book "The 10 Goalkeeper Secrets"!_______________...
February 14, 2024
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Episode 100
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13:58
Goalkeeper Workouts You Can Do At Home
How can you maximize your potential and improve your game when you're not training with your team or goalkeeper coach? There's 3 different areas that will help you get better without leaving your home. Email me to receive yo...
February 07, 2024
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Episode 99
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11:53
How To Overcome Adversity
We have all been told "No" at some point in our careers and if you haven't, its coming. We get told we can't do something and our reaction and response to that will determine how far we get. How do you respond when some tells you th...
January 31, 2024
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Episode 98
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12:11
Your Energy Is Important
How you come off to your teammates and coaches is very important to creating a positive and uplifting environment. Email me to receive your FREE copy of the my book "The 10 Goalkeeper Secrets"!____________________
January 24, 2024
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Episode 97
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10:59
What Do Coaches Look For When Recruiting?
Coaches look for specific aspects of goalkeepers when recruiting and you should know what those are! The main ones are presence, attitude and technical ability. Email me to receive your FREE copy of the my book "The 10 Goalkeepe...
January 17, 2024
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Episode 96
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12:31
Should You Go To Keeper Camps?
Should you go to keeper camps? Well, there's different types of camps that you can attend and some are better than others. You first want to do some research and figure out which one is best for you. Email me to ...
January 10, 2024
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Episode 95
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14:14
On-Field Leadership
Being a goalkeeper makes you inherently a leader on the field. But how and when do you show your leadership? There's many ways to be a leader and you want to always be aware of you are treating your teammates. Lead with integr...
October 18, 2023
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Episode 94
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16:19
How Do You Parent A Young Goalkeeper?
Parenting a young goalkeeper is no easy task! Its important to see when a goalkeeper is just going through the motions and to help them through that time. Maybe some time off or knowing that they don't HAVE to be a goalkeeper will help.&n...
September 19, 2023
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Episode 93
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12:58
Invest In Yourself as a Goalkeeper
The best investment you can make is in yourself. Put in the time, effort, energy and dedication that it takes to be the best goalkeeper you can be. The greatest reward you can get is the sense of growth and accomplishment as you pro...
June 29, 2023
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Episode 92
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10:27
Sweat The Technique
The techniques of a goalkeeper are the foundation for how you will perform on the pitch. Every minute detail of how you move, set, position, shift, dive, catch, jump, etc. is critical to your success. Always be fine tuning and adjus...
June 14, 2023
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Episode 91
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8:47
Don't Go Through The Motions
We all have moments where we are not in the mood to train or don't have it in us to be completely focused, but we need to make those few and far between. Try be 100% focused every time you step on to the pitch. Email me to...
June 01, 2023
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Episode 90
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11:07
Are You Getting The Best Training?
It's important to evaluate your coaches just as much as they are evaluating you. Pay attention to how your goalkeeper coach teaches and breaks down the concepts and techniques of goalkeeping. Be weary of coaches who focus too much o...
May 17, 2023
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Episode 89
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16:08
If They Tell You "NO", Keep Going!
There will be many times throughout your career as a goalkeeper when you will be told "No" and that's perfectly normal! Not being selected after a tryout is an opportunity to go back to the drawing board and work on your weaknesses. Also, be gr...
May 09, 2023
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Episode 88
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11:10
Are You Prepared?
Being prepared for goalkeeper training, team training, tryouts, camps, and games is crucial to your success. There's many ways to prepare yourself to perform at your best.Email me to receive your FREE copy of the my boo...
April 26, 2023
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Episode 87
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9:54
Find Your Purpose For Being Between The Posts
Understanding the WHY for being a keeper will make the What and the How become much clearer. Knowing the reason for dedicating yourself to being a goalkeeper will help you on your path to reaching your full potential. Emai...
April 14, 2023
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Episode 86
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11:10
The Small Details Matter
Focusing on the small details will help build a foundation for everything else. By mastering the small details of being a goalkeeper you are setting yourself up to dominate in every other area.Email me to receive your FREE co...
March 29, 2023
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Episode 85
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13:59
Always Look For Challenging Environments
One of the best things you can do for your development as a youth goalkeeper is to find more challenging environments to play in that will help you grow. A great way to do this is look for opportunities to play up a year and be a guest go...
March 21, 2023
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Episode 84
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10:27
How To Prepare For A Game
Preparing for a game is vital to your performance in the game. By taking care of your body and mind, you are setting yourself up for success. Email me to receive your FREE copy of the my book "The 10 Goalkeeper Secrets"!...
March 09, 2023
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Episode 83
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18:24
Believe In Yourself As A Goalkeeper
Being a goalkeeper is no easy task and is one of the most difficult positions in sports, both physically and mentally. The foundation to being a great goalkeeper is to first and foremost believe in yourself and your abilities to perform.&...
February 28, 2023
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Episode 82
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10:56