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
Where GS can move
Where GS can move
Where GS can move
Coloured zones show the thirds and circles GS is allowed into. Cross the line and the umpire calls offside — so footwork around the third lines is a core skill.
Allowed: 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.
Famous players
- 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.
Find a club to play GS
Search hundreds of UK clubs by postcode, region or age — most have spots open for Goal Shoot players.