In the second part of Kevin Woodley's conversation with Vancouver Canucks goaltending coach Ian Clark, Clark discusses his development philosophy with his newest pupil, Michael DiPietro, who is in his first season as a professional. DiPietro reflects on his goaltending development and looks ahead to the challenges of the pro game. The episode also features a gear segment on the new Brian's Smart Toe Cords.
- Ian Clark shares his goaltending development philosophy as Vancouver Canucks goaltending coach in a rare two-part interview.
- Michael DiPietro, in his first pro season, reflects on his development path and the transition from junior to professional hockey.
- DiPietro discusses what it means to work directly under Ian Clark, one of the NHL's most respected goaltending coaches.
- The gear segment introduces Brian's Smart Toe Cords, a hybrid design combining velcro straps with elements of the classic skate lace and knot system.
In this Episode of the InGoal Radio Podcast presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, we enjoy the second part of Kevin Woodley’s discussion with Canuck’s Goaltending Coach Ian Clark, and we also sit down with one of Clark’s newest pupils, Mikey DiPietro in his first season as a pro looking both back on his development and forward to the first season as a pro.
Back at the Hockey Shop with Cam for the gear segment, we look at the new Brian’s Smart Toe Cords – a new take on the velcro straps that adds a component of the old skate lace and knots systems.
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