Episode 34 Ian Clark
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Vancouver Canucks goaltending coach Ian Clark, widely credited with shaping modern butterfly technique, outlined his 7 keys to elite goaltending in an interview with InGoal Radio. Clark reached the NHL as a goaltending coach despite having no professional playing experience — a rare and inspiring path in the coaching ranks. He is described as the coach who literally wrote the book on modern butterfly goaltending.
- Ian Clark identified 7 keys to elite goaltending that apply to goalies and coaches at all levels.
- Clark became an NHL goaltending coach without any professional playing experience, proving an unconventional path is possible.
- Clark is credited with writing the foundational work on modern butterfly goaltending technique.
- The episode covers practical development insights useful for both players and coaches of any age.
- Gear segment features the Oneiric Undergarment for goaltenders, previously reviewed by InGoal.
In this Episode of the InGoal Radio Podcast presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, Kevin takes a drive through Vancouver with Canucks Goaltending Coach Ian Clark, the man who literally wrote the book on modern butterfly goaltending. From becoming an NHL coach with no pro playing experience to his 7 keys to elite goaltending, this is an inspiring and informative piece that will help goalies and coaches of all ages.Â
Back at the Hockey Shop with Cam for the gear segment, we look at the Oneiric Undergarment for goaltenders which we have previously reviewed here at InGoal.
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