Goalkeepers and soccer fanatics of all ages are in for a proper treat.
Former Sporting Kansas City player Andy Gruenebaum, a Kansas native who has served as a youth goalkeeping coach in the Kansas City area since retiring from MLS in 2014, recently caught up with Tim Melia for an in-depth and insightful film session.
Over the course of 35 minutes, Gruenebaum and Melia dissect several goalkeeping scenarios, providing an exceptional look at the tactics, positioning, distribution and decision making involved with the position. As the interview unfolds, select clips of Melia between the posts for Sporting Kansas City give viewers an excellent educational tool, especially for young goalkeepers looking to hone their games.
To watch more of Gruenebaum's videos with former professional goalkeepers, visit his new YouTube page.
Gruenebaum attended Blue Valley North High School in Overland Park, Kansas, before starring at the University of Kentucky from 2001-2005. He then embarked on a nine-year MLS career, notably emerging as an MLS Goalkeeper of the Year finalist in 2012 for Columbus Crew SC. After eight seasons with Columbus, he spent his final MLS campaign with Sporting Kansas City in 2014, making 11 league appearances and helping the reigning MLS Cup champions reach the playoffs.
