{"product_id":"j4k-exo-shell-hybrid-junior","title":"J4K EXO Shell Hybrid Junior","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJ4K EXO Shell Junior Goalkeeper Gloves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerious Backhand Protection. Natural Finger Movement. Built for Young Goalkeepers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLooking for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ejunior goalkeeper gloves with extra backhand protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeet the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJ4K EXO Shell Junior Goalkeeper Gloves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — designed for young goalkeepers who want added protection against impact while maintaining the natural finger movement they need to catch, dive and control the ball.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreated by former professional Everton FC goalkeeper and J4K founder \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRay Newland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the EXO Shell was inspired by a serious hand injury Ray suffered during his playing career.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe innovative \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJ4K EXO Shell Shok Shield\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e uses rubber-injected impact protection across the back of the hand and fingers, creating a flexible protective layer inspired by the protection of a shin guard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd unlike traditional Finger Save gloves, the EXO Shell has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno rigid finger spines inside the glove\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Your fingers remain flexible and natural, helping you maintain a responsive feel when handling the ball.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4mm Super Soft latex palm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, breathable SBR Breathaprene body and secure wrist closure, the EXO Shell Junior is built to give young goalkeepers confidence when they step into the action.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Story Behind the J4K EXO Shell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 25 years old, Ray Newland was playing professional soccer when an opposing player deliberately stamped on the back of his hand during a scramble in the penalty area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRay suffered \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethree broken metacarpal bones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalking off the field in pain, Ray asked himself a simple question:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Why is there protection for a goalkeeper’s shins, but nothing to protect the back of our hands from studs, boots and hard impact?”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat question stayed with him.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYears later, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJ4K EXO Shell Shok Shield\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was developed to provide goalkeepers with a new approach to backhand protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe idea was simple:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf we protect a goalkeeper’s shins, why shouldn’t we protect their hands too?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🛡️ EXO Shell Backhand Impact Protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRubber Inject Impact Guard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e creates a flexible protective layer across the back of the hand and fingers, designed to help shield against studs, boots and hard contact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🤌 Natural Finger Movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe EXO Shell is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNOT a Finger Save glove\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are no rigid plastic spines inside the fingers. This allows young goalkeepers to move their fingers naturally while catching, diving and handling the ball.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🧤 4mm Super Soft Latex Palm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4mm Super Soft latex palm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides excellent grip and ball control, including in wet and rainy playing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌬️ SBR Breathaprene Glove Body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lightweight SBR Breathaprene body provides a comfortable, flexible fit while helping manage heat and moisture during training and games.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👊 Extended Punch Zone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRubber injection extends across the backs of the fingers to provide additional protection and confidence when punching crosses and high balls away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💨 Breathable Finger Gussets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJD Mesh finger gussets help improve airflow while maintaining flexibility and comfort during play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔒 Secure Wrist Closure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9cm elastic wrist strap with rubber T-Tab\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides a secure fit and makes adjustments quick and easy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose J4K EXO Shell Junior Gloves?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost goalkeeper gloves that offer protection focus on reducing the risk of finger hyperextension.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut a goalkeeper's hands can face other types of contact too.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA boot coming down in a crowded penalty area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStuds catching the back of the hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA collision while challenging for a cross.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA powerful punch clearance in traffic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJ4K EXO Shell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was created to address this often-overlooked area of goalkeeper protection — the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eback of the hand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy combining flexible rubber-injected impact protection with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4mm Super Soft latex palm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, young goalkeepers get added backhand protection without giving up natural finger movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtra protection on the outside. Natural movement on the inside.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned From Real Goalkeeping Experience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe EXO Shell wasn't created simply to look different.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt came from a real problem experienced by a professional goalkeeper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRay Newland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, former Everton FC professional goalkeeper and founder of Just4Keepers, suffered three broken bones in his hand during his playing career.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat experience helped inspire the development of the EXO Shell — giving goalkeepers an additional layer of backhand impact protection without relying on rigid finger spines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJ4K gloves are also \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etested and evaluated by experienced and professional goalkeepers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as part of our commitment to quality and performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Are the EXO Shell Junior Gloves For?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe EXO Shell Junior is designed for young goalkeepers who want:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🥅 Additional backhand impact protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🧤 Natural finger movement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⚽ Reliable ball control and catching feel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌧️ A latex palm suited to wet playing conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💥 Added confidence in physical games\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 Additional protection for artificial-turf play\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👊 Extra protection when punching crosses away\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether your goalkeeper is developing their skills at training or competing in league and tournament play, the EXO Shell Junior is designed to help them \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eplay confidently and be brave when it matters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre the J4K EXO Shell Junior gloves Finger Save gloves?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe EXO Shell is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot a traditional Finger Save glove\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstead of rigid protective spines inside the fingers, the glove features an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexternal rubber-injected impact shield across the backhand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis provides additional backhand protection while allowing the fingers to move naturally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes the J4K EXO Shell different?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe EXO Shell takes a unique approach to goalkeeper glove protection by combining \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexternal backhand impact protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a flexible, natural-fitting goalkeeper glove.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe concept was inspired by the protection provided by a shin guard and Ray Newland's own experience of suffering three broken bones in his hand during his professional 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