Set Up:

The goalkeepers receive and distribute the ball in a variety of ways, using the players stationed around the outside of the field.

Diagram 1:

Pass 1 - Throw from the GK to an outside back, the outside back dribbles towards the end line and makes a return pass.

Pass 2 - The GK receives and opens up, plays the ball out to the other outside back. The outside back plays it right back to the GK.

Diagram 2:

Pass 3 - The GK moves out to clear, plays a first time ball to an outside mid.

Pass 4 - The outside mid collects the pass and plays square to a center mid, who shoots at the GK. 

After catching the shot, the GK can re-start the sequence with the throw to an outside back or switch out with another GK.

Coaching Points:

1    Speed of Play – The throw to an outside back or mid should not slow down his run.

2    Switching the Field –  The GK must be able to open up and play the ball outside in two touches or less, every time.

3    Decision Making – Choose the right opportunity to play the ball forward to a midfielder.

Progressions/Regressions:

1    Work crosses into the drill from the outside back or mid.