LGA:
Legacy Goalkeeping Academy is led by Coach Shawn Spitzer, former professional goalkeeper, with a passion for developing the next generation of goalkeepers here in Phoenix, Arizona. We provide a professional environment to give your goalkeeper every resource possible to help them reach their top level.
Meet The Team:
Shawn Spitzer- GK Director at AZ Arsenal
Bradley Trella- MLS NEXT GK Coach at RSL AZ
Derek Hatcher- Former Spanish 3rd Division Pro
Eligh Williams- Former Australia 2nd Division Pro
Why Us?
Goalkeepers perform at higher levels when they can deal with the game's psychological, tactical, technical, and physical demands. Our program employs rigorous training routines focusing on these aspects, establishing a sound foundation, developing muscle memory, and improving reaction times for consistent performance. New athletes to the program will receive two to four individual training sessions where they learn basic routines and are evaluated to be placed in a group. Group placement is based on skill level, physical abilities, and age. We've found that providing consistent, focused, game-like, & competitive training opportunities outside of the club environment has proved successful in helping guide our goalkeepers to reach their full potential.