All, it was great seeing all the J4GK goalkeepers on the zoom last night. Heard some great answers and I hope they enjoyed and see the benefit of attending these. Having that classroom type session that helps with their cognitive training is crucial in their development.
Parents, please have all GK's ready and learn. This is the bare minimum at sessions.
Being coachable isn’t just “taking feedback.” It’s showing up with the "non-negotiables" already handled—so coaching can focus on development, not reminders.
Parents: these are great standards to reinforce at home.
Players: these are the habits that earn trust fast.
The Truth: Some Things Shouldn’t Have to Be Coached
1) Attitude
All, be on the lookout out for member emails with Zoom login info for Sunday Zoom Sessions with UGKA. They may end up in Spam. Here is the calander for the year
As J4GK goalkeepers, you will now have full access to all things UGKA. That includes the new UGKA Parents WhatsApp.
Being a goalkeeper parent is unique. Your child faces pressures, challenges, and victories that most other parents don't fully understand. That's why we've created the UGKA-Parents WhatsApp group—a dedicated space where goalkeeper parents support each other, share insights, and grow together.
Connect with other goalkeeper parents who:
After most Zoom sessions, a list of questions are sent out for the Goalkeepers to answer. Those that attended, please be vigilant in doing these.
TOPIC: GK’s Responsibility when In Possession of the Ball
QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR GKs:
- Define the GK’s role and positioning when the team is In Possession of the ball in each 1/3 of the field?
- What are the GK’s priorities when distributing to teammates? Can they break lines? Why is that important?
- what is a GK’s Leadership role when In Possession? What can GKs do to lead when In Possession?
- Is there Psychological Pressure on a GK when the team is In Possession of the ball? Is pressure ⬆️ or ⬇️ when compared to 1) OP, 2) a transitional moment 3) defending a free kick?