Ask the Water Polo Goalie

Ask the Water Polo Goalie

Author: Glenn Busch Language: English Episodes: 19
Glenn Busch, a former collegiate goalie who has spent thirteen years coaching at that same level, hosts Ask the Water Polo Goalie. This isn't a generic sports podcast; it's a dedicated, practical resource for the unique and often misunderstood position in the pool. Each episode is built directly from the questions and challenges sent in by listeners, whether they are players guarding the cage or coaches trying to effectively train them. You'll hear detailed breakdowns on technique, from leg strength and positioning to reaction time and mental preparation. Glenn delves into game strategy, analyzing how a goalie reads an offense, communicates with defenders, and becomes the backbone of the entire team's structure. The conversations are straightforward and rooted in real experience, avoiding theory for actionable advice. For anyone involved in water polo, this podcast serves as a crucial workshop, demystifying the demands of the position and offering clear paths to improvement. It’s a direct line to expertise for a role where specialized guidance can be hard to find.
Episodes
019 - Palm First or Pinky first? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:50
How should your lead hand finish a lunge? Is it pinky first or palm down first? Jack Bowen Lunge Video thewaterpologoalie@gmail.com thewaterpologoalie.substack.com
018 - Two Hand Tennis Ball Toss Drills [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:55
A hand-eye drill that can be used as part of a long warm-up or part of a conditioning session when you add a weight belt. Original Video The Water Polo Goalie Website thewaterpologoalie@gmail.com
017 - Center Shot to Outside Shot Hip Transition Shooting Drill [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:36
A shooting drill to work on quick hip and body transitions for shots out of the center and shots from the perimeter. Original Write-up Center Shot to Outside Shot Hip Transition Shooting Drill Subscribe to The Water Polo…
016 - A Blocking Drill to Train Our Eyes to Follow the Ball [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:34
You can't block what you can't see! This is a progressive drill to train water polo goalies top keep their eye on the ball and follow it into their block. The gear needed is a water polo ball and a fat black market to wr…
015 - The Difference Between the M-Drop & the Brescia Zone [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:54
The main differences between the classic M-Drop zone versus the newer Brescia Zone being run by national teams and professional teams. Original Post Is It an M-Drop or the Brescia Zone? Subscribe to the new website/newsl…
013 - How to be More Vocal and Directive of Teammates [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:43
The question this week comes from Susan. "I’d love some help and advice on how to be more vocal and directive of team mates as a goalie. Other than counting down the clock, and asking team mates to press or help defend (…
011 - How to Build Stronger Legs with Limited Pool Time [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:40
Harper has this episode's question. "I want to become stronger in my legs, especially my eggbeater, but I find it hard to get pool time, especially on my own. What are some workouts on land, or what should my workouts fo…