Anthon Hansson: From Retiring at 19 to Team Sweden Goalie Coach (Ep. 374)
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Anthon Hansson retired from playing at age 19 and pursued a sports science degree before entering goalie coaching. Now 34, he is in his seventh season as goalie coach with Brynäs IF in the SHL and has served on Sweden's national team staff as both goalie coach and video coach, including at the World Championships, 4 Nations Face-Off, and Olympics.
- Anthon Hansson retired from playing at just 19 and returned to school for a sports science degree, laying an academic foundation for his coaching career.
- At 34, Hansson has already logged seven seasons as goalie coach with Brynäs IF in the SHL, making him one of the more experienced young goalie coaches in Swedish hockey.
- Hansson has worked with Team Sweden's national program as both goalie coach and video coach, gaining experience at the World Championships, 4 Nations Face-Off, and Olympics.
- Hansson reflects on his unconventional path honestly, acknowledging a few things he would not do again — offering practical lessons for aspiring goalie coaches.
- Warrior's new Answer stick weighs just 550 grams, making it the lightest stick currently stocked at The Hockey Shop Source for Sports.
Episode 374 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an informative conversation with Swedish goalie coach Anthon Hansson.
Feature Interview
presented by NHL Sense Arena
In the feature interview, presented by NHL Sense Arena, Hansson walks us through his unique path into goalie coaching from a young age, starting by going back to school to get a sports science degree after he finished playing at age 19. Now, at just 34 years old, he’s in his seventh season with Brynäs IF in the SHL, and has also worked with Sweden’s national team staff as goalie coach and video coach, including the World Championships, 4 Nations Face-Off and Olympics. His unique path — and the lessons learned along the way, including a few things he wouldn’t do again — and insights into goalie coaching in Sweden make this a can’t-miss interview.
Parent Segment
presented by Stop It Goaltending U
In the Parent Playbook, presented by Stop it Goaltending U the App, Hutch answers a submitted question specifically about helping younger goalies, with some great advice on being curious and embarking on the journey of learning this great position together.
Pro Reads
presented by Vizual EdgeWe also review the latest Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, with Alex Nedeljkovic sharing some great insights into the importance of the inside edge when navigating plays behind the net.
Weekly Gear Segment
presented by The Hockey Shop Source for SportsAnd in our weekly gear segment, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, we look at the new Warrior Answer stick, which weighed in at just 550 grams, making it the lightest stick in the store, to go with a stylish new look.
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