There are 3 main types of breakaway saves:
1. The keeper may save before a shot is taken. In this instance the attacker is not in control of the ball, misplays
the ball or the through ball or pass which is intended for him is over hit. This situation clearly favors the keeper
and is usually 60/40 in his/her favors.
2. The keepers save at the foot of the striker just as the shot is taken. Commonly referred to as the smother save. This is 50/50 ball.
3. Saving after the shot is taken, here the keeper attempts to delay the striker by advancing from goal, closing the angle, staying big as long as possible and forcing the player to shoot. This type of save is reactionary and the feet are often used when the shot is low hard and very close to the body.
Elements Common to All 3 Types of Saves:
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 Keepers must make their minds up quickly.
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Must judge their rate of advance and attempt to narrow the angle - thus reducing the amount of goal
the attacker can see.
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Must be in control of their bodies by keeping footwork and balance right.
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Shoulders and head are forward.
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Go low into the ball - get lower as you approach the ball.
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Present large and long barrier as possible.
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Be courageous - have no fear.
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Concentrate on the ball.
Breakaways:
The Exposed Ball/ Before shot is Taken
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Attack the ball on the correct side. If the ball is played to the keeper’s right, they must then present
the right side of the body and visa versa.
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Lead with the foot closest to the ball.
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Knee should be bent to lower the trunk and body close to the ground.
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Project the hands and arms sharply and low into the ball.
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The head is steady with the eyes open and focused on the ball.
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The head is protected by the ball and the forearms.
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Once the ball is claimed, it should then be taken into the body.
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Bottom hand should be behind the ball with top hand going on top.
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