Goalie 101 - How to Read/Recognize/Make the Backdoor Save

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IMO, backdoor saves are the toughest for a goalie to make. Even though they can easily be read, the pass and shot can sometimes be too quick for our goalie to react. Every top club runs this basic play for that reason so here are my tips to give you the best chance to make the backdoor save.

This video will cover:
- Recognizing what a typical backdoor play looks like
- How to Handle the Slot
- How to Limit Your Momentum so it can't be used against you.
- How to Cover long distances in the crease

Hopefully this help you out!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQHUgW3sLMk