Franklin Pierce goalkeeper Kosta Maniatis prepares to send the ball downfield. (Paola Brena/FPU Athletics)
It’s no secret that the deciding factor in a quality soccer match often comes down to goalkeeping.
An elite goalie is an incredibly valuable asset to a club, and can often help a team pull out a victory or earn a draw in a game where a positive result didn’t seem likely.
In the New England Division 2 ranks, keepers across the region have been up to the task so far in the 2021 season.
Here are five goalkeepers who have stood tall and provide a presence that instills confidence from teammates.