The Tim Troutner brick wall goalie academy is a two-day goalie school offered in Baltimore, MD and Philadelphia, PA. During the academy, we will use advanced teaching methods and video for all players. The Brick Wall Goalie Academy is a powerful combination of an incredible teaching curriculum taught and executed by one of the best goalies in the world. The academy is designed for goalies who are hungry and willing to work hard and to transform themselves into elite level stoppers. Goalie is truly one of the most difficult positions to master that requires flawless technique, solid mental approach, and knowledge. We will use video analysis to study and improve on all facets of the position and our coaches will share the process they have used to continue to refine their game.
Curriculum to Include:
- Footwork
- Body Positioning
- Angle Play
- Shot Stopping (in close, on the run, outside)
- Mental Aspects of Goaltending
- Visualization
- Hand Speed
- Reaction Time
- Rebound Control
- Communication
- Stickwork
- Clearing and Outlet Passing
Tim Troutner
Tim is an Annapolis, Maryland native where he attended St. Mary’s High School. After leading his St. Mary's squad to the MIAA Championship he went on to play Division 1 lacrosse at High Point University, where he earned 2nd Team All-American honors. Following his NCAA career he was drafted into the PLL where he earned Rookie of the year as a starting goalie for the Redwoods.
Tim is extremely passionate about lacrosse instruction and is equally respected nationally for his goalie training methods. Since graduation Tim has done countless appearances, clinics, and camps all over the U.S. Tim will oversee all aspects of the camp including building of the curriculum, hiring the staff, and will be the lead instructor.
Sample Session
8:30- 9:15 // Footwork and Angle Play
Drill: the importance of moving about your goal
- Relevance of the size and angle of each step taken
Drill: Stepping toward shots from multiple angles
- Leg drive and explosion
9:15- 9:45 // Rebound Control
Importance of limiting rebounds and how
The development of soft hands
Drill: catching the ball and placing it down with control
- Working both offside and stick side hip
10:00- 11:10 // Stickwork and Clearing
Elite goalies have Elite stick skills
MM demo: Outlet passes (lobs and passes on a rope)
- On the run and stationary
Drill:
TT demo: Turning a save into instant offense for your team
TT demo: Reaction time and hand speed