Being a goalie requires special equipment like shin guards, knee high socks, cleats, goalie gloves, and a goalie jersey. It also requires hand-eye coordination, quickness, and the ability to handle pressure. When blocking shots, goalies must protect their face and know their limits. If an opposing player charges, the goalie should charge back to affect their shot. Goalies must have quick reactions for diving saves and penalty shots. They should be careful not to hit the goal post when diving. Maintaining composure is important, as goalies are allowed to be physical but should focus on the ball, not the opposing player. The document asks if the reader thinks they have what it takes to

1. It may look easy to some people, but image you being in there; the net. Can you see yourself being put in the middle with a ball or player charging at you? Would you be able to block the ball and get jammed fingers or get injured. Being A Goalie

4. Do you think you have what it takes to do this?