Goal Shoot
Convert under pressure. You're the finisher — hold space, take the ball strong, and put it through the post.
Attacking goal third + shooting circle
Drills
- 01
100-shot ladder
10 shots from 5 spots around the post, twice. Track makes, beat your number next session.
~20 min
- 02
Receive-turn-shoot
Feeder passes a high ball, you turn in the air, land balanced, shoot within 3 seconds.
~15 min
- 03
Defended box-out
Partner plays GK with arms over. Use a hold, drop step, then shoot. 3 sets of 10.
~15 min
Fitness tips
Vertical jump
Box jumps 4×6 + single-leg hops 3×8 each leg. Builds the spring you need under the post.
Core stability
Pallof press, dead bugs, side planks — keep your shooting base rock-solid when contacted.
Shoulder endurance
Light band work + wall shots. Your last shot should look like your first.
Roses to watch
- GS
Eleanor Cardwell
Powerful holding shooter, lethal close to the post — England's go-to GS.
- GS
Helen Housby
Versatile finisher who switches between GS and GA at the highest level.