Simon Robinson

Whenever planning a session, I think about the topic, and also how I would like to get my coaching points across. The main keys I’m always sure to include are to Develop Technique, Instill Good Habits, and Grow Confidence. ... Read More

As the 2015 Fall College Season Begins around the USA, here at J4K of East PA we are excited for our recent crop of keepers who are beginning their College Soccer Careers. ... Read More

The Pre-Game Warm Up is a tried and tested Warm-up that I have used as a Keeper AND a Coach. It is a progressive warm-up beginning with working the Feet, working through the Hands, High Balls, Diving, Crosses, and Distribution. ... Read More

Goalkeeping is a confidence position, and working on techniques the way we do at Just4Keepers of East PA allows confidence to increase along with the WANT to learn more and expand your comfort zone. ... Read More

A coaches connection with his or her keepers is as important if not more so than the content of their sessions! The delivery of the session along with the relationship makes the learning of the content so much easier! ... Read More

Great Kids help make a great Camp!! Your Kids are Amazing, you should be very proud of the effort they put in, the workload they undertook and the respect and gratitude they showed the coaching staff! ... Read More

While watching games recently, one of the biggest things that stands out to me is the lack of effective communication from goalkeepers, especially the younger ones. ... Read More

As goalkeepers, we have all been in the position of playing a great game and walking off the field with our head held high feeling 10 feet tall. However, what about the times when things don’t go the way we would have hoped and we don’t play our best. How do we deal with those situations and learn from them? ... Read More

The importance of hydration for good health and properly functioning body systems cannot be overstated. As the warmer months approach and outdoor activities increase, special attention needs to be given to proper hydration and to the prevention of heat illnesses for all, but especially for young athletes. ... Read More

I personally find a keepers Goal Against average to be very misleading in terms of development. Yes, we all love not concede goals and keep ‘Clean Sheets’ or ‘Shout outs’, but what does that tell us about a keepers development? ... Read More