Give and Go Post Play Drill for Goalies
In this week's Bauer Development Series drill, we're working through a give and go post play drill for goalies.
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For more drills like this,...
2 Part Puck Handling Progression Drill for Goalies
In this week's Bauer Development Series Drill, we're demonstrating a two part puck handling drill that goalies can progress through as they become more...
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"This is not a massager".
One of the first things TheraGun mentions on their website. And it's not. TheraGun is a company focused on transforming...
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Bauer runs two lines of goalie masks. The first, their classic Profile style of mask (Bauer 960, 950, etc).
Second, the Bauer NME mask.
Bauer's Newest...
Box Skating Drill for Goalies
This is a simple box drill designed to work on a goalies skating capabilities.
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How Goalies Can Stay Dialed In During The Season
In this video, Josh from True Focus Vision covers an important topic for goaltenders.
Staying dialed in during the season
For many players, we're at or...
Low Tracking and RVH Recovery Drill for Goalies
In this advanced drill, we're working on a couple items. T pushes, RVH recoveries and proper rebound control.
Note: The gear used in this video, Bauer...
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The Bauer 2S goalie skates are some of the lightest goalie skates on the market today. With that, they deliver a performance unlike any...
Bauer Vapor 2X Goalie Gear Review: Everything We Know
Monday, March 12th, 2018.
Too early for a Bauer Vapor 2X gear sighting?
Jacob Markstrom recently debuted a new set of what we know is Bauer...
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Many call it the greatest hockey tournament in North America. For the young, high school athletes, playing in the Minnesota State High School Hockey...
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Just 3-5 years ago, composite goalie sticks were almost unheard of in the NHL. Up until this point, goalies used wooden or foam core...
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The Bauer 1X goalie stick was developed for goalies who traditionally have used a foam core goalie stick, but haven't wanted to fully transition...
Bauer 2S Goalie Stick Review: Everything We Know
Following the incredible success of the Bauer 1S, the Bauer 2S goalie stick is now available to the general public.
We've been testing the Bauer...
Stick Involvement & Low Tracking Warmup Drill for Goalies
This week’s @bauergoalie Development Series video focuses on some “advanced basics” of the position, all within the confines of a simple triangle drill pattern:
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A 3 Step Lateral Movement and Hand Eye Sequence Drill for Goalies
3-Step Lateral Movement Hand Eye Sequence Drill for Goalies
Video by Director of Goaltending Development at Goalie Coaches, Rob Liddell. Follow Rob on Instagram @coachliddell
This...
Mathieu Bellemare’s Vaughn VE8 Setup
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Goalie Development Should Be Priority For Youth Coaches
This article was contributed by Steve Carroll, of Carroll Goalie School. Follow Steve on Instagram @carrollgoalieschool
How team coaches can help develop young goalies
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2018 Olympics Hockey Goalie Gear
With the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang upon us, it's time for another edition of the goalie gear tracker.
This year's Winter Olympics are a...
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Carey Price Training Videos
While for the most part, finding NHL goalie training videos is pretty challenging, Carey Price is a different story.
Every goalie, even goalies at the...
How To Dress A Youth Hockey Goalie: Step by Step
So you've got a goalie on your hands, you're in luck!
Dressing a goalie isn't as hard, nor as scary, as some parents might make...
Setting Yourself Up For Success: How To Have Success As A Goalie
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Pre Game Routines for Goalies
Goalies, maybe unlike any other athletes on the planet, create some pretty intense pre game routines.
For some, it may seem like a lot. For...
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Goalies, like any athlete, need the motivation to go out there day in and day out honing their craft. And like any athlete, sometimes...
Warrior Ritual G4 Pro Goalie Gear Release: Everything We Know
Warrior goalie takes an interesting approach when it comes to marketing their gear and the Warrior G4 Pro line will be no different.
Warrior is...
Vaughn Velocity VE8 Gear Review: Everything We Know
The Vaughn Velocity VE8 line of goalie gear is on the way: Here's what we know
Vaughn will jump in to the mix of those...
RVH for Goalies: How To Execute And When To Use
What does RVH in goaltending stand for?
It means Reverse, Vertical, Horizontal. This relates to a goalies leg positioning on the post. The acronym "RVH"...
The 11 Best Nutrition Books For Athletes
As a serious athlete, you need every step you can get. Whether it's mental or a physical edge on the ice, as long as...
Bauer’s Digital Printing: The Next Big Innovation in Goalie Pads?
At the 2018 World Junior Tournament, Bauer demonstrated that when it comes to digital printing on their gear, the sky is pretty much the...
What Should I Do If My Hockey Career Doesn’t Work Out?
For 99.9% of athletes in the world, becoming a professional athlete just might not work out the way we planned.
And that is OK.
Without diving...
Scott Darling To Debut New Brian’s Optik Pads with Carolina
Scott Darling has always crushed it with his gear. From stock, to sock and custom graphics Darling and the team at his pad manufacturer...
NHL Goalie Gear Tracker 2017 2018
Our 2017 / 2018 NHL Goalie Gear Tracker will cover gear worn by NHL goalies during the the 17/18 NHL season. For the sake...
Bauer Vapor 1X OD1N Goalie Pads: Everything We Know
The Bauer Vapor 1X OD1N line of goalie pads was one of the most anticipated lines of goalie pads in recent memory.
In this post, we'll...
2018 World Junior Hockey Tournament: Goalie Gear Tracker
It's getting to be that time of year again. The World Junior Hockey Tournament is (in our humble opinion) one of our favorite hockey...
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For athletes that compete at the highest level, they will take every advantage they can get. Whether it's building a high performance diet training...
What Hockey Goal Pegs Should I Buy?
Ever wonder why nets at a high level stick so well?
Here's a hint: they're not using a standard goal net peg.
There are a couple...
Guardian Quik Anchor Pegs Review
Guardian Anchor Pegs anchor your net in place while protecting a goalies skate blades from dulling and nicks during practice.
As a lead off, we...
Christmas Gifts for Goalies
How To Buy Christmas Gifts for Goalies
First off, let's be perfectly clear.
This list of Christmas presents for goalies isn't just for use during the...
What Are The Best Supplements for Athletes?
If you're a serious athlete, there's a good chance you've already been experimenting with a variety of different supplements.
Think of it like a car....
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Elite level athletes can maximize their output by making a few small adjustments to their morning routine.
When you think of putting fuel in to...
Finding The Best Hockey Goalie Jock
When it comes to protecting a goalie, arguably the most important piece of protective equipment is the jock.
Related: finding the right youth goalie jock
Finding...
Goalie Entrepreneurs: Starting A Goalie Business
What's a goalie business?
For that, there isn't really an answer. Maybe we'll coin the phrase goaliepreneurs..
Never mind.
Hey, for most of us, playing in the...
How To Paint A Goalie Mask
Look, I get it.
Not everybody can afford a goalie mask painter and that's OK.
Painting your own goalie mask, whether it be using a beginner...
Complete Guide to Hockey Goalie Skate Sharpening
Skate sharpening.
Get it right and you'll take it for granted.
Wrong, on the other hand, can turn what should've been a great practice/game into a...
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Darcy Kuemper, goaltender for the Los Angeles Kings, makes a nice save versus the Anaheim Ducks early in the 2017-18 season.
In this piece, we're...
Jonathan Mor: Playing in the USA NTDP
In this article, we interview USA NTDP Goaltender Jonathan Mor. Follow Jonathan on Instagram and Twitter. Featured photo by @mmaheuphoto
Jonathan Mor, goaltender for the USA National...
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What is myofascial release?
Why does myofascial release apply to athletes?
Is there something I should be doing about it?
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Myofascial Release, a hands on muscle recovery technique, can be done using just a foam roller. For some athletes (like, Tom Brady), going to...
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The hockey season can be a long and grueling one, especially for goalies. On the ice 5+ times per week throughout the season, often...
Best College Goalie Mask Paintjobs 2017/18
The 2017/2018 college hockey season is almost upon us, and masks are starting to drop like flies.
This list is ordered not from first to...
Bauer ODIN 2S Gear Review + Release: Everything We Know
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Along with Brian's (OPTIK), CCM and their new Premier II series of pads,...
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As expected, the CCM Premier II (Premier 2) line of goalie gear is slowly being released this...
Brian’s OPTIK Goalie Gear Review: The Breakdown and Everything We Know
Brian's OPTIK Goalie Gear Review: Everything We Know
Late in 2017, Brian's released a line of gear they branded "OPTIK". The line continues to push...
Eddie Lack’s New Gear for 2017 Calgary Flames
So proud of Brians and taking the next step with them. These new pads are Trevor Kidd inspired for sure and can't wait to...
Corey Crawford’s 2017 Mask Chicago Blackhawks
A post shared by CCM Goalie (@ccmgoalie) on Aug 4, 2017 at 5:25am PDT
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If Corey Crawford's 2017 Mask indicates anything about his setup, we'll...
Marc Andre Fleury’s 2017 Vegas Golden Knights Mask
A post shared by CCM Goalie (@ccmgoalie) on Aug 3, 2017 at 10:03am PDT
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CCM dropped some fire on their Snapchat & Instagram accounts this...
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