2026 Featured Pro
Professional experience.
Real insight. A brighter future for yours.
Professional GoalkeeperClinic details
Train with RGA Founder and Director of Goalkeeping Amanda Forester Kay, professional goalkeeper Melissa Lowder, college coaches, and the RGA coaching staff in a focused 2.5-hour clinic. Keepers ages U9–U19 will sharpen their skills in 1v1s, high balls and crossing, and distribution, with groups organized by age and ability.
This clinic sells out every year — register early to secure one of only 45 spots!
Registration closes: Sunday, December 13, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. EST — or when sold out.
Choose Clinic with Pros on its own or bundle both events for one package price.
Learn More About Keeper WarsMember credits cannot be used for Clinic with Pros or the bundle.
CLINIC TOPICS: 1v1s · HIGH BALLS & CROSSING · DISTRIBUTION
Soccer cleats, goalkeeper gloves, and plenty of water.
Cold-weather gear, shin guards, and Gatorade.
More information and details will be emailed to all parents and goalkeepers the week of the clinic.
Giving back: 10% of clinic profits support RGA’s Keepers for Good Christmas and Holiday Charity, helping children in Richmond and surrounding communities.
Train. Learn. Be Inspired.
Melissa Lowder is an American professional goalkeeper and RGA Tactical Film Analyst. After playing at Santa Clara University, she competed for several NWSL clubs, including Utah Royals FC, Chicago Red Stars, San Diego Wave FC, and Bay FC.
Her international experience includes 21 starts for Icelandic club Þór/KA in 2023. Melissa brings firsthand professional insight to goalkeeper development, tactical analysis, match preparation, decision-making, and defensive organization.
Position-specific training and insight from professional and college goalkeeper coaches and players.
Open to ages U9-U19 in a supportive, challenging environment for every keeper.
Every attendee receives an RGA autograph card. After the clinic, meet the pros for photos and autographs.
Train with a professional and become part of the RGA community.
A legacy of excellence
Each year, we welcome professional goalkeepers to Richmond to train, teach, and share their unique journeys. Clinic with Pros has become a cornerstone of RGA, giving goalkeepers real insight from the highest levels of the game.
More than a clinic.A tradition.
Learn from a professional goalkeeper, build your skills, and be part of a tradition that continues to inspire RGA keepers year after year.
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See the training, coaching, and community that make Clinic with Pros a memorable experience for goalkeepers.
Helpful information
Review the clinic policies and plan ahead for a great experience.
To receive a partial refund, you must cancel at least 14 days before the clinic start date. Email cancellations to info@richmondgoalkeepingacademy.com. RGA refunds 50% of the registration fee because of additional refund costs; processing fees may also apply. Because this is a charity event, Keeper Wars bundle registrations are nonrefundable under the standard policy. You may purchase event refund insurance during registration for an additional cost; with the insurance, you can receive 100% back. More information about the insurance cost will be provided during registration.
The clinic takes place rain or shine. If severe weather, such as lightning or thunder, occurs, we will stop clinic operations and contact parents to pick up their children immediately.
Please email any allergies, health concerns, special requests, or other requirements to info@richmondgoalkeepingacademy.com.
Yes. All attendees receive an RGA autograph card. After the clinic, attendees can take a photo with the pros and get their autograph.
Yes. Parents may watch from the seating area outside the fields. Parents must stay off the fields while training is in progress and remain respectful by avoiding distractions for players and coaches. After training ends, an RGA staff member will invite parents onto the field for the autograph session.
