Coaches often talk about wanting goalies who can handle puck, but are you doing the work to get better at it? Kristen Campbell and Brad Kirkwood of Canada's National Team share tips to get that work done (and get better handling the puck) all within the context of your regular practice time.
Thatcher Demko walks us through a "Zig-Zag Recovery," when to use it and why -- and breaks down a screen situation as a bonus -- in our latest Pro Reads video session with the Canucks No. 1 goalie
Have you seen these recent Pro-Reads? Check out our main Pro-Reads page where you get access to the expert knowledge of the 35 pros (and counting!) who have sat down with us.
Giveaway! Would you like an InGoal hat?
Honestly, we're pretty pumped when we see InGoal hats on NHL goalies out in the wild. Like when Devon Levi was at the Buffalo Bills game on the weekend, or Martin Jones was busting his A$# training at the NET360 camp this summer.
So we decided we'd give some away starting today - look for more opportunities in the coming weeks. All you have to do is head over to our Instagram page and find this post. Comment which hat you'd like if you win - the Black one Levi is modelling here or the white one Jones is sporting - and tag two other friends who are goalies, goalie parents, goalie coaches....or just fans of the greatest position in the game!
This Friday October 6th we'll pull one name from all those who correctly enter out of a hat (ahem) to choose the lucky winner and send them the colour they chose.
🎤 Episode 229 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Cory Schneider, who recently announced his retirement after 13 NHL seasons.
The feature interviews, presented by Sense Arena, Schneider walks us through his difficult decision to walk away from the game -- and position -- he has always been so passionate about, shares some of his favourite career highlights from his time with the Vancouver Canucks, New Jersey Devils and New York Islanders, and what might be next. Schneider also shares some great advice and insights into his mindset while playing with future Hall of Fame goalies like Roberto Luongo and Martin Brodeur, as well as equipment stories that should resonate with other young pros.
All that, plus an in-person trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at their exclusive custom Brian's "Slash" set up, and what makes that combination special beyond the graphic.
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Cam and his team commissioned Brian's to create an exclusive graphic for customers of The Hockey Shop. They took the most popular elements from Brian's lines, added some cut-and-sew flair and a number of colorways - to create this "Slash" graphic. Check out the full video to see exactly what is included in the sets and all the great colors available now.
Check out a few of our recent Gear Segments from the InGoal Radio Podcast:
Devon Levi walks us through the benefits of his in-game meditation (and its roots in a shared love for Star Wars with his father) in our latest Pro Tips segment.
Introducing "Goalie Tennis," a fun, competitive way to help goalies improve their puck-handing skills, with an emphasis on quick transitions and decision making. We watched it invented at Net360 Goalie Camp and now you can learn how to play and watch top pros evolve the rules.
San Jose goalie coach Thomas Speer walks us through skating drills he learned from Sharks legend (+ current director of goaltending) Evgeni Nabokov that will help reinforce and improve mobility with a narrow stance.
When we introduced James Wendland to our InGoal Premium membership a few weeks ago with “Five damn things to improve hip health (and widen your butterfly),” the feedback was overwhelmingly positive. Much like his clients James Reimer and Kristen Campbell, goalies who adopted the simple warm-up routine shared stories of almost immediate improvements.
Now Wendland is back with another ‘Five Damn Things,’ but this time with a specific focus on the foot and ankle - another simple daily practice that will help you become a better goaltender.
Watch and Listen as Vancouver Canucks goalie coach Ian Clark talks about his 7 Keys to Elite Goaltending as part of a nearly hour-long Q&A at The Hockey Shop's Tendyfest.
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EFlex 6 Overview UNLOCKED for all to read - No membership required
The CCM EFlex 6 customizer is live, and that means we can finally share that it includes the first stock 580-style break glove at retail. We’ve had the gear for a while and have a complete overview of the entire line, including how they integrated the new DRS PRO knee without sacrificing flex, live now at InGoalMag.com
“What in the world are these? Freaking ski boots?” From Charlie Lindgren’s first thoughts, to his impressions a year later, plus feedback from other pros, CHL and NCAA goalies, you won’t find a more in-depth review of the game-changing new @bauergoalie KONEKT skates: 🔓for all to read (and watch).
