About this episode

The episode discusses whether playing at a Division 1 school is necessary for goalkeepers to advance to the next level, emphasizing the importance of environment over level.

The TKI Crew are back asking the age old question, "Do you have to go a Division 1 school as a goalkeeper to play at the next level? The gang breaks down all the pluses and minuses of focusing solely on D1 opps and why environment matters more than level. Great listen for young coaches, players and parents! Share your feedback!

Topics covered

• goalkeeping
• college soccer
• Division 1
• player development
• coaching

Keywords

• goalkeeper
• Division 1
• next level
• coaching
• youth soccer

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: TKI Crew, Division 1

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