Helping your goalie learn smarter starts with simple guidance.
The Goalie Toolbox was created to give goalies the resources they need to improve their skills — even outside of structured practices or private lessons. But goalies get the most out of these resources when they have a supportive guide beside them.
That’s where a Spotter Coach comes in.
A Spotter Coach can be a parent, coach, or teammate who helps the goalie use the Toolbox more effectively. You don’t need goalie-specific knowledge. What matters is being there to guide the process, encourage self-reflection, and keep the goalie on track.
The Role of a Spotter Coach
- Guide, don’t instruct. Watch the Toolbox videos with the goalie and let them lead the learning.
- Assist with logistics. Be available to help with things like holding or setting up a recording device.
- Hold back during execution. Don’t give feedback while the goalie is performing a drill. Let them finish, then review together.
- Encourage ownership. Support the goalie in identifying what they see in their own video. If they’re stuck, use simple questions to guide their reflection.
Why It’s Valuable
- You don’t need to be a goalie expert — just stay within the context of the Toolbox videos.
- Goalies learn better when they discover strengths and adjustments themselves.
- Self-assessment builds confidence, independence, and long-term improvement.
- With your support, they stay engaged and motivated while developing the ability to coach themselves.
Helpful Questions You Can Ask
To encourage reflection:
- What did you notice about your balance in that rep?
- Did your movement match what you saw in the video?
- Where did you feel most in control?
To highlight positives:
- What’s one thing you did really well there?
- Which part of the drill felt the easiest or most natural?
To guide adjustments:
- If you had to do that again, what would you try to change?
- Was there a moment where you felt off-balance — what caused that?
- What cue from the video could help you improve?
👉 With the Goalie Toolbox and a Spotter Coach by their side, goalies gain the tools and confidence to develop smarter, practice with purpose, and take real ownership of their game.