InGoal Radio Episode 331 Kasimir Kaskisuo
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In InGoal Radio Episode 331, 11-year pro Kasimir Kaskisuo explains how Finnish goaltenders inspire his technique of initiating glove movement before the shot is released, rather than reacting after. He also details his hands-on approach to equipment modification and shares his real-world experience using NHL Sense Arena, including his first on-ice session with the technology.
- Kaskisuo starts his glove motion before the shot is released, a technique influenced by Finnish goaltending traditions.
- Kaskisuo uses NHL Sense Arena as an active part of his training, with his first on-ice Sense Arena session completed recently.
- Research shows anger negatively impacts goalie performance — parents should monitor their own emotional reactions during their young goalie's games.
- Eric Comrie demonstrated in the Pro Reads segment that quieter, less violent head movement improves tracking on traffic plays.
- Goalie-specific gifts from The Hockey Shop Source for Sports were highlighted as practical Christmas stocking options for young netminders.
Episode 331 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic information-packed interview with 11th-year pro Kasimir Kaskisuo.
Feature Interview
presented by NHL Sense Arena
In the feature interview appropriately presented by NHL Sense Arena, we catch up with Kaskisuo in person in Montreal as part of a mutual visit to check out the impending new line from Warrior and talk about everything from waiting out a place to play (he signed a contract days later), to how he uses NHL Sense Arena (including a recent first attempt on the ice!), the way he thinks about and modifies his equipment, and the Finnish inspirations for the way he starts his glove motion before the shot is released.
Parent Segment
presented by Stop It Goaltending U
In this week’s Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we talk about downside of getting angry as a goalie — there are proven links to decreased performance — and why as parents it’s important to think about how we react while watching our young goalies.
Pro Reads
presented by Vizual EdgeWe also review this week’s Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which featured Eric Comrie breaking down a traffic play and the importance of quieter, less “violent” head movement.
Weekly Gear Segment
presented by The Hockey Shop Source for SportsIn our weekly gear segment we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to some Christmas shopping advice, including goalie-specific gifts that will fit in the stocking.
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