Episode 357 Henrik Haukeland (WC Top Goalie)
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Henrik Haukeland backstopped Norway to its first-ever medal at the IIHF World Championships, capping the run with a 3-2 overtime win against Canada in the final game. The 31-year-old was named the tournament's Top Goalie and discussed Norway's unique sporting structure, the state of goaltending in his home country, and insights drawn from his pro career in the DEL, SHL, and Liiga.
- Henrik Haukeland led Norway to its first-ever IIHF World Championship medal, earning the tournament's Top Goalie award.
- Norway defeated a star-studded Canadian team 3-2 in overtime in the final game of the tournament.
- Haukeland has played at the top league level in Germany (DEL), Sweden (SHL), and Finland (Liiga) throughout his European pro career.
- Haukeland shares perspective on Norway's unique sporting structure and the growing development of goaltending in the country.
- Goalie parents are encouraged to prioritize their own mental and physical health, which can benefit both parent and young goaltender.
Episode 356 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Henrik Haukeland, the Top Goalie at this year’s IIHF World Championships.
Feature Interview
presented by NHL Sense Arena
In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Haukeland shares stories and insights from him remarkable run backstopping Norway to it’s first ever medal at the World Championships in Switzerland, including a 3-2 overtime win against a star-studded Canadian team in the final game. The 31-year-old was already the top goalie in Germany’s top league, the DEL, in 2023 and has played in Sweden’s top-level SHL and Finland’s elite Liiga during an impressive pro career in Europe, and shares advice from his path in pro and insights into Norway’s unique sporting structure and the evolving state of the game — and goaltending — in his native country.
Parent Segment
presented by Stop It Goaltending U
In the Parent Playbook, presented by Stop it Goaltending U the App, we talk about importance of goalie parents taking time for their own mental and physical health, possibly while loosening the leash on how closely you watch your young goalie, and how that can benefit both of you.
Pro Reads
presented by Vizual EdgeWe also review this week’s Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, featuring freshly minted Stanley Cup champion Brandon Bussi with a greta breakdown on managing plays from behind the net. And in
Weekly Gear Segment
presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sportsour weekly gear segment, we head to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, or a look at the new True Catalyst Nitro pads and gloves and how it compares with other levels in that lineup.
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