Julie showed well in the scrimmage, making three point-blank saves in the final five minutes. Bay also had a strong game, saving a couple of break-aways. The goalkeepers exist on a different plane than the rest of the team. The field players just have to be one of the ten best. If you're a wide midfielder, but you're not going to knock off a starter, then we may use you as an outside back or forward.
Goalkeepers have no such luxury.
There's only one goalkeeper on the field at a time, and very few have the technical ability to play on the park. They have to co-exist harmoniously, helping one another to improve, all the while trying to win the starting job. Our keepers are awesome people who get along well, and they do a good job of pushing and encouraging one another. I am thankful for that. Feuding keepers can be a nightmare for team chemistry.