When the rain lashes down, the ball skips faster, goalkeeper gloves get slippery, and positioning gets tested. That’s not failure. 𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐬𝐞. Young goalkeepers must learn how to handle tough conditions. If you protect them from weather related goalkeeping mistakes, you protect them from growth. 🌧 Slippery ball? Learn how to adjust grip. 💨 Windy kick out? Discover better technique. 💦 Muddy goalmouth? Improve footwork 🧠 Tough day? Build resilience and composure. Every spill, slip, or mistimed dive is a lesson. The mistakes in the storm shape the saves in the sunshine. Parents, coaches, and teammates - remember: mistakes are not failures, 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰.

Hi Keepers and Parents, As you probably know, goalkeeping is a VERY LONELY position for both keepers and parents. This is why J4K created this community - So PLEASE take advantage as there is NOTHING like this on the planet! Please take a few minutes to do the below. 1️⃣ Introduce Yourself - Tell us your name and what country you’re from. - Share ONE thing you’d love to get out of this community (training tips, glove advice, scholarship info, etc.). REMEMBER - The more you interact the more points you get, the greater the sponsorship! If you are also deadly serious about your/your childs goalkeeping and want to become a Pro Keeper or gain USA scholarship, check out some of the other more advanced programs we do. 2️⃣ PREMIER MEMBERSHIP: Want to be mentally strong like a Pro Keeper! Check out:👉 https://just4keepers.com/goalkeeper-mindset-academy/ 3️⃣ VIP MEMBERSHIP: Want to become a PRO GK or gain a college scholarship? Check out:👉 https://just4keepers.com/goalkeeper-path-to-pro/ PARENTS: You can also get involved in the above programs - Helping you, to help your goalkeeper child. YOU NO LONGER NEED TO DO THIS ALONE ❤️ We look forward to helping you/your goalkeeper child achieve your goalkeeping dreams! Ray Newland J4K Founder www.j4ksports.com

The Missing Link In Goalkeeping For Those Who Know Me, You Know I Am Obsessed With Helping Goalkeepers And Parents Develop A Bulletproof Mindset. After Coaching Thousands Of Keepers, I Can Confirm That The Number One Difference Between Those Who Succeed And Those Who Fail Is Their Mental Game. The Sad Reality Is That Most Keepers Never Learn This Vital Skill Because 99% Of Goalkeeper Coaches Simply Do Not Know How To Teach It. I Am Changing That. I Am Extremely Excited To Announce That The New Goalkeeper Mastery App Will Be Live At The End Of This Month! This App Puts A Personal Mindset Guide Directly Into Your Hands, Allowing You To Develop That Bulletproof Mentality Every Single Day. Most Importantly, It Can Be Linked To Parents, Ensuring You Can Support Your Child Every Step Of Their goalkeeping Journey.

What targets have you set yourself for 2026? For me it's: 1. Complete my UEFA C Licence 2. Help my young GK find their voice 3. Separate Parent & Coach better

This will possibly fall into two categories, Kids & Parents but either way who do you think is the Greatest and Influential Keeper from around the World (In respect of being neutral, please don't Nominate Parents or @Ray Newland ) Here are a few Keepers from My Youth, Playing Days and Nowadays. Banks Lev Yashin - Only Keeper to win the Ballon D'Or Sepp Maier Oliver Kahn Dino Zoff Shilton Clemence Buffon Peter Schmeichel Casper Schmeichel Petr Čech Iker Casillas Pickford Alisson Becker Manuel Neuer Mary Earps Cata Coll Hannah Hampton What are everyone's thoughts, choices and Why.