Our Approach

At Elite Goalkeeper Institute, we believe that true development takes time—and that’s exactly what we invest in. Our experienced coaches create an environment where growth, confidence, and skill-building are prioritized over short-term wins.

We don’t just train goalkeepers to perform—we "COACH" them to understand the why behind every movement, every decision, and every mistake. By fostering intentionality and understanding common errors, we accelerate long-term progress and build goalkeepers who are not only technically sound but mentally resilient.

Because proper development doesn’t just lead to improvement—it leads to winning.

Meet Our Experts

Coach TRISTAN LAIN

Co-Founder & Goalkeeper Coach

Tristan Lain brings a wealth of playing and coaching experience to EGI. A former collegiate goalkeeper at Gardner-Webb University, Tristan began his coaching career as Director of Goalkeeping for the largest youth club in Fargo, ND. He later spent six years at Zionsville Youth Soccer Association in Indianapolis, where the vision for Elite Goalkeeper Institute first took shape.

Now based in Denver, Tristan serves as Director of Goalkeeping for Colorado Rapids Youth SC and continues to advance his coaching education. His credentials include:

UEFA C License
USSF D License
Director of Goalkeeping – Colorado Rapids Youth SC

Tristan is committed to building confident, resilient goalkeepers through a philosophy rooted in reflection, growth, and character.

“You can make all the right decisions, but they can be overshadowed by our common mistakes.”

Coach DAVID LOYD

Co-Founder & Goalkeeper Coach

David Loyd is a certified goalkeeper coach and business development leader dedicated to mentoring athletes and creating high-performance environments.

David’s journey began with the Tampa Bay Outlaws under Eddy Pissott and was reignited during a six-month business venture in Brazil, where daily play in the heart of soccer culture inspired his commitment to goalkeeper development. He has coached across competitive clubs, including Florida Celtic SC, and currently serves as Assistant Director of Goalkeeping for Colorado Rapids Youth SC while continuing his advanced coaching education.

Credentials:

United Soccer Coaches Advanced National Goalkeeping Diploma
GK Nexus Mentor Program graduate under Eric Steele (former Manchester United GK coach)
Football Association of Wales C Certificate

At Elite Goalkeeper Institute, David combines tactical expertise, mentorship, and strategic vision to help goalkeepers excel on and off the pitch.