Parent Segment
Podcast Segment for Goalie Parents – Episode 264
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The audio segment published here takes you directly to the Parent Segment from this episode.
Key Takeaways
- Balancing the roles of goalie coach and goalie parent requires deliberate boundaries and self-awareness.
- Parents who never played goalie are encouraged to volunteer as youth goalie coaches — prior playing experience is not a prerequisite.
- The Stop It Goaltending U app supports parents and coaches working with young goalies.
- Separating your identity as a parent from your role as a coach can improve both your relationship with your child and their development.
- Volunteering to help young goalies fills a critical gap in youth hockey where dedicated goalie coaching is often scarce.
Episode Notes
In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we talk about balancing being both a goalie coach and a goalie parent – and this one is not just for experienced goalie coaches – we’re hoping some of you might choose to volunteer, even if you never played the position.
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