SOK PRO GOALKEEPING
TESTIMONIALS
We are really proud of the keepers that go on to play at a high level. It shows the respect they have for SOK Pro that they stay in touch so we can follow their progress closely.
Over the years we’ve also built great working relationships with professional coaches throughout the country.
EXPERINCE AND EXPERTISE
Here are just a few testimonials from coaches and goalkeepers that we have worked with at SOK Pro Goalkeeping
“First started with Stuart at 6yrs old and he helped me to lay the foundations of my game helping me to succeed through West Hams Academy and u23s, I am now the Watford FC u23 Captain! This is due to all the hard work Stu has put in for me over the years. Looking forward to the summer pre pre season boss ?⚽”
“He keeps the goalkeepers happy, that’s all I know. We have been close since working together at Chelsea FC and more recently at my club Walton Casuals. He had a good relationship with my goalkeeper from his younger days at Wycombe, both picked up where they left off. Very pleased to offer a testimonial for the work we have done together, top class keeper coach!!!”
“While I was at Wycombe stu ran the centre of excellence Goalkeeping, saw alot of very good saves when his lads came in. He used to do my match reports when I was out on loan and come to watch my games and the other lads that went out. Cheers Stuey”
“I knew of Stuart from his time at Chelsea Fc Academy. Always had time to work with each of us but for me it was his sessions at Wycombe. Worked us hard but kept it interesting and always had a one liner…. Shame they weren’t always funny ?? I recommend Stu to any goalkeeper just starting out or looking to progress.”
“Stuey its great when you come to The Netherlands always a good standard. 5 years we have run great camps here in Eindhoven together you, me and Martin and cant wait for next years one. I think the game will be good at the Phillips Stadion”
“Ive worked with Stuey for 13 years. First at Wycombe Wanderers he ran the Centre of Excellence goalkeepers and helped bring 3 gks through the Centre to full time football, 2 pros including a current Championship goalkeeper. Stu is a technical coach and works hard to bring keepers through to an Academy standard wherever possible. We have run private goalkeeper camps together to places like PSV Eindhoven, Barcelona FC, Jersey and Elite camps in Oxfordshire. Cant imagine running them with anyone else”
I visited SOK academy a couple of times and got involved the last time. Had a right laugh with the young gks and was good to see so many of all ages. It’s a proper family business and I look forward to seeing you guys again soon….. Stocko ?
“Known Stu since we played at West Hams Academy, decent coach has a great way with his students. Good informative sessions, good tempo and keeps producing Gks. Keep it up big man. J”
“I was 11 when I met Stu, it was at a Chelsea FC Goalkeeping clinic. He helped me with my game and advice on how to speak to my back four when I was signed at Charlton FC. I always went back to Stuey between clubs and we worked together at Wycombe until I was signed into the youth team. Thanks for all your help mate”
“I worked with Stu at Wycombe, works really hard to give students a good technical grounding. I also used to enjoy watching his sessions with the lads, keep up the good work pal.”
“I started working with Stu when I was 10 years old. I was looking for someone who could help me improve my technique and I found just the right coach. Through his hard work and encouragement and the many fantastic opportunities he gave me, I have achieved my ambition of joining an Academy as a goalkeeper. He has been a great coach and mentor and I also consider him a good friend. I know whatever happens in my footballing journey that Stu will always be there to help. ”
“Worked with Stu a few times Coaching and enjoyed it and learnt a bit. Loads of passion for the position great with Goalies of all ages and…..he thinks he can still kick. Oh, and I think the van needs another Oneglove logo……all the best Stuey x”
“I worked with Mitch for over a year throughout 2013-2014 where he played every minute for Dover Athletic as they got promoted and he was named in “Team of the Season”. Mitch and I worked hard in training and we often stayed later to go through all aspects of goalkeeping. He was always picking my brains to gain knowledge and advice from my career and he added that to his own game. It’s great he can pass his experiences and knowledge onto the young goalkeepers he works with. All the best Mitch, Beast!
“I know Mitch as we trained at Crawley for over a year together. Mitch is a great bloke and although is young like myself, he has vast experience having played over 200 games. I learnt from Mitch as we would often go over and discuss any incidents in the game the previous week and break everything down to see where we could improve, all the best for the future”
“I coached Mitch at Crawley for 2 years, he took on board all the information and aspects of goalkeeping we worked on and has gone on to represent his country and currently play over 200 games. To be a top goalkeeper you need to understand the position and why certain things happen, Mitch’s enthusiasm and understanding of goalkeeping is very impressive and I’m glad he is passing that experience, knowledge and guidance to the goalkeepers of the future, all the best Taffs”
“Mitch and I worked together at Brighton for a number of years. Over the years I saw him progress and grow into a great young goalkeeper. I spent time talking to Mitch about my experiences, which he took on board and learnt from as he has currently played over 200 games at a great standard. I’m pleased he has taken to coaching his experiences will be beneficial, to aspiring goalkeepers of the future. All the Best Casp.”
“I worked with Mitch for a year at Crawley, his ability and enthusiasm for goalkeeping shone through straight away. It’s great he is working with aspiring goalkeepers as his knowledge and experience will aid any goalkeeper in their development”
“I first met Mitch at Brighton the season we won the league 1 title. His work rate and commitment to goalkeeping is impressive. We would often stay out after training to work on all aspects of the position to try and improve, ready for the next game and we spoke a lot about the technical side of the game as well as the physical which improved us both. Any aspiring goalkeeper is in safe hands with Mitch-Pokey.”