From dragging a buddy out to stick and puck for extra sessions after going undrafted in the NAHL and USHL, to backstopping Team USA to Olympic Gold, Connor Hellebuyck shares the mindset and work ethic that fueled his rise to the top of the podium.

Episode 342 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Carolina Hurricanes goaltending coach Paul Schonfelder.  

    

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Schonfelder shares his path -- and important lessons from it -- to the NHL as a coach, including the transition from a short stint playing minor pro to coaching Junior A in Ontario, then coaching in the OHL, with Hockey Canada and into a development role with the Hurricanes that led to his current job. He shares tips on working with different styles of goaltender at the same time, quickly building relationships with new goalies (as he had to do with waiver claim turned rising star Brandon Bussi), the importance of a growth mindset, how to help your goalie manage the mental challenge of low-event games, and lots, lots more. 

This week's Pro Read, presented by Vizual Edge, features Vizual Edge user Cam Talbot sharing tips on how to use "windows" to manage plays and passes from behind the net. 

From the Crease, the new goalie education App from long-time NHL goaltending coach Ian Clark launches next week on March 3! You can still save 20 percent and receive a free e-book from Clark by learning more about and pre-registering for the new App here.

Part of our exciting partnership with From the Crease is additional instructional content from Clark that will run exclusive here at InGoalMag.com and today we roll out the third video from that collaboration. This session focuses on managing our stance relative to the needs to the game.

In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we look at important lessons from Connor Hellebuyck's path from never playing tier 1 minor hockey to becoming an Olympic champion.  

   

Fresh video session with 30+ year NHL goaltending veteran Rick Wamsley and GoalieU focusing on breakaway essentials and featuring Ottawa Senators prospect Jackson Parsons.

The #1 goalie vision & cognitive training tool trusted by over 50 NHL & AHL goalies.

"Vizual Edge has added a quality element to my preparation as a goaltender. I use the game day drills every game before heading to the rink. It’s a combination of recognition, reaction and focus that activates my brain and eyes to feel ready for what’s to come.” — Jordan Binnington

(InGoal Members receive 20% off - why not join today? )

Find your next goalie coach or camp - powered by AI.  InGoal's Directory of Goalie Coaches and Schools has been completely reengineered making is better, faster and easier to find the perfect coach. That includes the all-new Coach Finder which uses AI to power your natural language search finding you the right person to help your child take thier game to the next level!  

Arturs Silovs talks about his path to the Olympics: From early goalie coaching in his native Latvia, to the importance of watching hockey, to the benefits of playing for a bad team, technical and tactical evolution, and game-day preparations.

Playoffs. Tryouts. Big moments. This is when fast decisions and confident touches separate good from great. It’s also when cognitive training matters most.

With NHL Sense Arena, you get unlimited access to hockey IQ drills, DanglePro mixed reality stickhandling, 3v3 NHL games with real teams, Goalie Game Flow, competitions, and structured training plans. Training built to help you develop as a complete player, no matter your age or skill-level.

Right now it’s just $399 CAD for the year — only $33 per month. The lowest price of 2026.

New drops are coming in March. Lock in now and get everything that’s coming next.

Sharper decisions. Quicker hands. More confidence every shift. This is your edge.

Get unlimited access for $399 before February ends!

The Sense Arena Team

Order now to save big on an annual subscription; AND $50 more off using code IGM50. Find out more.

An Olympian Grip: Philipp Grubauer explains (with video) the unique custom paddle grip and tape job he uses with the Seattle Kraken and Team Germany.

In our weekly gear segment, for a look at the most common padded undergarments in NHL locker rooms (and tease a new arrival to the category!)

A special can't miss 22-minute video of Hart Trophy winner Connor Hellebuyck breaking down his positioning and save selection while watching a variety of different types of attacks. 

New Warrior Alpha Surge customizer is LIVE + that means you can custom order the latest from a company long known for its innovation, so we went to their Montreal R+D space for a behind-the-scenes deep dive on what it's all about.