Guardians of the Goal: Memoirs and Stories of Football’s Great Keepers

Being a goalkeeper is about more than just stopping shots - it's about mental toughness, leadership, and dealing with massive pressure when everyone's watching. These books dive into the lives of some of the game's greatest keepers through honest memoirs, compelling biographies, and even fiction inspired by what it's like to play in goal. They show what really happens behind the gloves - the incredible moments and the tough times - giving fans a proper look at the people, struggles, and victories of the players who protect the net.

Adult Fiction

Finding a Keeper 

Nicole Pyland

Sloan Rossi, a talented striker returning to the U.S. for college soccer, unexpectedly finds herself filling in as goalkeeper after an injury sidelines the team’s starter. As she grows closer to Marley Nichols, the sidelined goalie, their friendship deepens into a tender romance that challenges Sloan to explore her identity and open her heart.

Loving a Keeper 

Liz Lincoln

Rose Olivieri, a soccer player nursing years of unspoken love for her teammate Cassie Dickinson, invites the newly divorced goalkeeper to move in, hoping proximity will extinguish lingering feelings. But when their platonic dating pact turns into a steamy friends-with-benefits arrangement, both women must decide if love is worth risking their friendship.

Adult Non-Fiction

My Greatest Save: The Brave, Barrier-Breaking Journey of a World Champion Goalkeeper 

Brianna Scurry

The inspiring memoir of Brianna Scurry, chronicling her rise to stardom, her battles off the pitch, and her legacy as one of the greatest goalkeepers in the game.

Solo: A Memoir of Hope

Hope Solo with Ann Killion

Solo’s candid memoir blends family trauma, fierce ambition, and controversy, revealing the complex journey of one of the most iconic goalkeepers in U.S. soccer history. It’s raw, unapologetic, and deeply personal , a story of grit, grief, and defiance.

MACCA: My Story so Far 

Mackenzie Arnold

Mackenzie Arnold recounts her journey from the Gold Coast to Matildas legend, culminating in her heroic penalty shootout at the 2023 World Cup. Honest and empowering, this memoir blends sport, identity, and leadership with warmth and grit

The Keeper: Soccer, Me, and the Law That Changed Women's Lives

Kelcey Evrick

This graphic memoir blends Ervick’s soccer journey with Title IX history, feminist reflection, and visual storytelling. It’s a lyrical, layered read for teens and adults exploring identity, sport, and systemic change

Biography Of Ann-Katrin Berger: The Inspiring Journey of a World-Class Goalkeeper

Clara Ava

From battling cancer to becoming a world-class goalkeeper, Ann-Katrin Berger’s story is one of fierce resilience and quiet strength. This biography highlights her advocacy, triumphs, and role as a trailblazer in women’s football

Mastering the Game: Biography of Kailen Sheridan 

Gilbert Martin

A detailed biography of Canadian goalkeeper Kailen Sheridan, highlighting her Olympic triumphs and professional career. This book provides a comprehensive look at a modern role model in football.

Mastering the Game: Biography of Ann-Katrin Berger

Gilbert Martin

Berger’s biography dives into her elite goalkeeping career and personal battles, including health setbacks and comeback wins. With behind-the-scenes stories and strategic insights, it’s a tribute to grit and grace.

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