InGoal Radio Episode 284 with Kristoffer Eberly of The Ohio State University
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Ohio State goaltender Kristoffer Eberly posted a .941 save percentage as an NCAA sophomore after starting in lower-tier minor hockey. On InGoal Radio Episode 284, Eberly credits key changes to his game and mindset for his rapid rise, and describes how his Swedish heritage, a visit from Scandinavian cousins, working with Connor Hellebuyck, and an invitation to Detroit Red Wings development camp all shaped his development.
- Kristoffer Eberly posted a .941 save percentage as an Ohio State sophomore after beginning his career in lower-tier minor hockey, demonstrating that late-bloomer goalies can reach elite college hockey.
- Eberly credits specific changes to his game and approach — not just raw talent — for his rapid development, offering a repeatable model for other goalies to follow.
- His Swedish heritage directly influenced his path to goaltending: a visit from Scandinavian cousins sparked his interest in playing the position.
- Eberly gained high-level exposure by working with Vezina Trophy winner Connor Hellebuyck and attending Detroit Red Wings development camp as a college goaltender.
- The episode includes five actionable tips for goalies and their families on staying sharp and getting the most out of the holiday season, plus a review of the Brian's Optik3 intermediate chest protector for younger players.
Episode 284 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features rising college hockey star Kristoffer Eberly of The Ohio State University.
Feature Interview
presented by NHL Sense Arena
In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Eberly shares stories from a late-bloomer career that has seen him go from lower tier minor hockey to a .941 in the NCAA as a sophomore, including some of the things he’s changed in his game and approach and examples others can follow. Eberly also talks about how his mom being Swedish and a visit from a couple Scandinavian cousins led to him becoming a goalie, getting to work with Connor Hellebuyck, and going to Detroit Red Wings development camp.
Parent Segment
presented by Stop It Goaltending U
In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we share 5 tips for goalies and their families on how to get the most out of this holiday season and stay sharp over Christmas.
Pro Reads
presented by Vizual EdgeWe also review this week’s Pro Reads, which is presented by Vizual Edge, with Alex Lyon and talk about the importance of “human nature” when it comes to anticipating plays and chasing save selections.
Weekly Gear Segment
presented by The Hockey Shop Source for SportsAnd in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to continue our look at the Brian’s Optik3 intermediate chest protector, which brings pro level protection to younger ages.
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