How do you deal with trolls on social media? I usually ignore them or turn off comments if it gets a bit much. Couldn't resist a come back to this one though...

Well, with Reevah still being out, what else to do on a Sunday. Yup, that's right, have a go myself. With coaching taking priority I don't have much time for games. However, today I played in goals for the first time in a while. I would have come away with a clean sheet but the ref gave a penalty against me and I did not touch the player 🤦🏻‍♂️. A good win for us anyway, and come away 3-1 🧤⚽

They are at it again! Guys, It has come to my attention that someone is contacting J4K sponsored keepers on Instagram stating that J4K are scammers. I have no idea who this person is, but apparently, he is claiming he ordered J4K gloves and that we kept his money without sending them. This is obviously nonsense, but those of you who have been with J4K a while know that we get attacked like this at least once or twice a year. What a crazy world we live in—even the keyboard warriors can’t leave a goalkeeper brand alone for helping keepers and parents save money! Thank you Leah or bringing this to my attention.

So, that’s a wrap with our under 10s season and in a few weeks time we move on to something new that starts with us, and that’s a summer league. Unfortunately, Reevah will miss the start of the under 11s due to her injury but shes on the mend. How is everyone’s season looking? Any highlights and when will you go again? RBG🧤

Something I think it’s important to know as a young goalkeeper. (Hope it helps) Greatness as a goalkeeper doesn’t start under the bright lights, it starts when nobody is watching. From a young age, every save, every dive, every mistake is shaping the keeper you will become. The early years are where habits are built: your footwork, your positioning, your confidence, and most importantly, your mindset. Improving your game step by step when you’re young gives you a foundation that can’t be shaken later. Being a goalkeeper is more than just stopping shots. It’s about leadership, communication, bravery, and composure under pressure. These qualities don’t appear overnight they are developed through consistent training, learning from failure, and pushing yourself beyond your comfort zone. Every top goalkeeper you admire once started as a beginner, working on the basics, repeating drills, and believing in a dream that felt far away. The difference is they committed early to improving every single day. If you want to reach your goal as a goalkeeper, don’t wait for the “right time” start now. Embrace the process, stay disciplined, and never stop learning. Your future self will thank you for the work you put in today. The journey begins young, but the impact lasts a lifetime. 🧤⚽