goalkeepers
the team's foundation

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Goalkeepers – the team's foundation

Goalkeepers – players who play a key role in every hockey team – are also warmly invited to all Ziętara Hockey School holiday camps.

We know how unique and demanding their training needs are, which is why we have prepared a dedicated programme for them that supports both technical and mental development.

In this section, we want to show what the work of a goalkeeper looks like at our camps and what opportunities for development await young players aspiring to this position.

An individual approach, specialist training and support from the best coaches guarantee that every goalkeeper will return from the camp not only with new skills, but also with even greater confidence and enthusiasm for the game.

Organisation of work for goalkeepers at the camp

During the camp, each goalkeeper is assigned to their age group, appropriate for the selected programme.

Training groups consist of 28–32 players, including a maximum of 5 goalkeepers of similar age and skill level.

Goalkeepers participate in their age group's activities, taking part in all on-ice training sessions and off-ice activities. This allows them to develop not only their technical skills, but also to integrate with the team and develop excellent teamwork on the ice.

In addition, we have prepared special training sessions for goalkeepers, which are tailored to their unique needs and help develop key elements of their game.

Special sessions for goalkeepers during the camp

At the Ziętara Hockey School, we understand perfectly well how demanding and crucial the role of a goalkeeper is in a team. That is why we have prepared a dedicated training programme for our young players, which develops technique, coordination, analytical skills and mental preparation.

Morning on-ice sessions

Every day, goalkeepers participate in special sessions in a closed area of the ice rink, where for 30–45 minutes (depending on the camp and programme) they work on:

skating technique,
stick work,
elements specific to goalkeepers.

There are two coaches available for five goalkeepers, which allows for an individual approach and thorough analysis of every movement. These sessions are an integral part of the overall on-ice training.

Off-ice training dedicated to goalkeepers

During the camp, each goalie group participates in three specialised off-ice sessions that focus on:

developing coordination,
reflexes and reaction speed,
body balance and leg work.

Sessions are tailored to the age and skill level of participants, maximising training effectiveness.

Video analysis

Twice during the camp, goalkeepers are invited to a dedicated video analysis session, where coaches discuss in detail the key elements of each player's game.

Areas requiring improvement and working methods that will yield the best results are identified jointly.

Mental training

During the camp, goalkeepers participate in two special mental training sessions. We focus on:

building self-confidence,
coping with pressure,
maintaining concentration at key moments of the game.

Consultations after the camp

After the camp, every parent and player has the opportunity to have an individual conversation with the goalkeeper coach who led the classes.

This is an excellent opportunity to obtain detailed guidance on further work and discuss the player's progress.

Professional coaching staff for goalkeepers

Our coaching staff responsible for the development of goalkeepers are former or current goalkeepers who perfectly understand the needs and challenges of this key position in the team.

Thanks to their experience and passion for hockey, they are able to effectively support young players in improving their technical, mental and tactical skills.

We invite you to choose one of our camps and work together to develop your skills! See you on the ice!

Patrick Spesny

Raised in the Czech premier league club HC Verva Litvínov, where he gained experience on top-level rinks. As a youth he won a gold medal in the Czech provincial championships. During his career he also represented HC Most and HC Draci Bílina teams. In the Polish top division he played for Naprzód Janów, TKH Toruń and STS Sanok. For the past three seasons he has been the goalkeeper of EC Będzin Zagłębie Sosnowiec. Despite being an active goalkeeper, Patrik also trains goalkeepers. Hi is a professional in his field and a favourite of young adepts in this position.

Marcel Kotuła

Raised by Zagłębie Sosnowiec and a former extraliga goalkeeper who represented Zagłębie Sosnowiec, SMS Katowice and the Polish U18 and U20 national teams. He is a young, ambitious coach with a great passion for hockey, who perfectly complements and cooperates with Patrik Spesný, creating a harmonious training duo. He is currently focusing on the development of young goalkeepers as a coach at UKS Zagłębie Sosnowiec, sharing his experience and knowledge to support the next generation of talented goalkeepers

Krzysztof Zborowski

Former representative of Poland U18, U20 and seniors, participant in the Elite World Championships in 2002 and tournaments in 2003, 2009 and 2010. Polish champion with Podhale Nowy Targ, four-time bronze medallist and two-time winner of the Golden Stick (2009 and 2010) for the best player in the league. He has been associated with the Ziętara Hockey School since 2013 as a member of the Ziętara Eagles coaching staff and camp manager, supervising their progress and remaining in constant contact with the participants' parents.

goalkeepers the team's foundation