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Category: Breaking Goalie News
How To Pick The Best Youth Goalie Chest Protector
Chest protectors fall into two categories. Those that are built for higher level goalies, and those that are not. This article is a part of
CCM E Flex 5 Chest Protector Review
With the recent launch of the CCM E Flex 5 lineup of goalie gear, we finally get a new chest protector from CCM goalie. Today,
CCM Axis Pro Goalie Stick Review
CCM has been working for years to perfect their design of a premium-level goalie stick that provides users with optimal balance while also achieving the
Bauer Supreme UltraSonic Goalie Stick Review
Bauer has been at or near the top of the hockey industry for many years thanks to their hard work and dedication to making products
CCM JetSpeed FT2 Goalie Skates Review
CCM is among the best of the best brands when it comes to producing high-end, quality-made hockey skates that are designed for optimal performance. Such
Bauer UltraSonic Goalie Skates Review
It’s no secret that goalies rely heavily on the ability to utilize their natural, cat-like reflexes and split-second decision-making skills to serve as the last
Help! How Do I Fix Ripped Goalie Pads?
With the technology behind goalie pads edging closer and closer to actual thin air lightweight-ness (looking at you, Bauer HyperLite, Bauer UltraSonic). In this guide,
Bauer HyperLite Goalie Pads Review + Everything We Know
Bauer goalie continues to push the envelope of what is possible between the pipes. New for 2021, we’re introduced to the Bauer Vapor HyperLite Goalie
Thatcher Demko Switches from Brian’s to CCM
What pads does Thatcher Demko wear? For years, if you answered Brian’s, you would’ve been correct. Until now. Thatcher Demko officially wears CCM E Flex
CCM Axis Goalie Gear Review: Everything We Know
Like just about every other large equipment manufacturer on the market, CCM carries multiple lines of goalie equipment. The CCM Axis lineup of gear is
CCM AS3 Pro Goalie Skates Review
I know what you’re thinking. Another goalie skate? I just bought a new pair of goalie skates! We’re doing a CCM AS3 Pro Goalie Skates
CCM E Flex 5 Goalie Pads Review + Everything We Know
CCM is ahead of the curve. The new CCM E Flex 5 goalie pads were recently announced by CCM and they look amazing. This line
Best Backyard Ice Rink Kits
Thinking of building a backyard ice rink? After building these things from scratch for the past 30 something years, I’m convinced buying a kit is
Dave Rogalski Hired as New Jersey Devils Goalie Coach
Dave Rogalski, former St. Louis Blues Goalie Development Coach, has been hired by the New Jersey Devils as the teams goalie coach at the NHL
Theragun Wave Roller Review
Myofascial release is one of the main forms of muscle recovery used by elite athletes all over the world. More often than not, foam rollers
The Best Skate Sharpening Edge Checker
A crucial part of sharpening skates is making sure you’re getting the right edge. We’ve used a handful of edge checkers throughout the years and
Best Skate Sharpeners 2023
Without a doubt, one of the most important things a hockey player (yes, even a hockey goalie) is concerned with is the quality of their
Best Goalie Neck Guards + Throat Protectors
As a hockey goalie, protecting your neck and throat is one of the most important things you’ll do. Yet, it’s one of the most common
Lefevre L.4.1 Goalie Pads Review
Welcome to my review of the Lefevre L.4.1 goalie pads. Lefevre (if you do not know) recently has parted ways with CCM. In the past
All of Lefevre Goalie Pads Reviewed
As you probably have heard, Lefevre has “released” four new pairs of goalie pads this year. Technically speaking, these pads aren’t all designed and created
True Lefevre L20.1 Goalie Pads
Editors Note: the latest iteration of True Lefevre goalie pads is the recently debuted True L20.2 pads. In September of 2020, True Hockey announced that
The History of Hockey Goalie Gear
In this article, we’re talking about the history of goalie gear. We have a separate section of our website dedicated specifically to goalie equipment reviews.
Juuse Saros Complete Goalie Gear Guide
Juuse Saros is currently one of the two starting goalies for the Nashville Predators. During the 2020 the play-ins, Saros was wearing the newest lineup
Elvis Merzlikins: Complete Gear Guide And Career
Elvis Merzlikins burst into the NHL during the 2020 hockey season. After Bobrovsky left the Bluejackets, the main concern was the goaltending situation. Well as
Best Street Hockey Goalie Pads
So, you’re interested in finding the best street hockey goalie pads? Welcome. We’re Goalie Coaches. Unapologetically, we are one of the most trusted companies in
Brian’s Optik 2 Goalie Chest Protector Review
Welcome to my review of the Brian’s Optik 2 goalie chest protector. While many goalies spend a lot of time considering which pair of goalie
Bauer Supreme UltraSonic Chest Protector Review
Welcome to my review of the Bauer Supreme UltraSonic chest protector. This chest protector was featured in our article of the “best goalie chest protectors”
Warrior G5 Pro+ Chest Protector Review
Welcome to my review of the Warrior Ritual G5 Pro+ Chest Protector. Along with the Ritual Pro, this is the newest goalie chest protector we’ve
Vaughn Ventus SLR2 Pro Carbon Chest Protector Review
Welcome to our review of the Vaughn Ventus SLR2 Pro Carbon chest protector. We’ve said it before, we’ll say it again. Playing goalie with a
Vaughn Velocity V9 Pro Carbon Chest Protector Review
Welcome to our review of the Vaughn Velocity V9 Pro Carbon Goalie Chest Protector. As we all know, chest and arm protectors are sort of
Pro or Senior for Goalie Gear?
What’s the difference in pro vs. senior when it comes to goalie pads? The major difference between Pro-level and Senior-level goalie pads is more often
Bauer Supreme UltraSonic Pads In Depth Review
Today, we’re taking an in depth review of the Bauer Supreme UltraSonic goalie pads. While as of the Spring of 2021, there’s a new kid
Best Goalie Blockers For 2024
The hockey goalie blocker might be one of the most underrated pieces of equipment that a goalie will wear. A high percentage of shots will
Best Goalie Pants
Goalie pants are one of those pieces of equipment that really aren’t that exciting, but at the same time, they shouldn’t be overlooked. If the
Best Hockey Slide Boards
Buying a hockey slide board can add an interesting dimension to your off ice training. In fact, if you’re like the rest of the world,
Best Synthetic Ice
Looking to take your backyard ice rink to the next level during the off season? Synthetic ice can help you do exactly that. Or, maybe
The Butterfly in Goaltending
The butterfly. This one word is responsible for everything in goaltending past the early 2000s. And we do mean, everything. From the goalie training methods
Warrior Goalie Gear in the NHL
Do any NHL goalies wear Warrior goalie gear? Why isn’t Warrior goalie gear worn in the NHL? These are valid questions that we get asked
Warrior Goalie RM1 Stick Review + Everything We Know
Warrior is arguably the top goalie stick brand on the market. Most of the NHLers are using them and for good reasons (we’ll get to
Best Foam Rollers for Athletes
If you’re a goalie and you haven’t yet invested in a foam roller.. you probably wouldn’t be reading this. Foam rolling is a critical component
These Are The Best Goalie Skates Money Can Buy
Goalie Skates. Besides your helmet, we argue that the goalie skates you chose are the single most important piece of equipment you’ll ever buy. If
The Best Youth Goalie Sticks For The Money
In this article, we’re going to take a closer look at how to choose the best youth goalie sticks for your young goalie. If you
The Best Youth Goalie Pads For Any Budget
So you’ve got a new goalie, hey? Exciting! Buying new gear for a youth goalie is one of the most exciting parts of their playing
These are the Best Hockey Goalie Gloves Money Can Buy
For a hockey goalie, the glove is one of the most important pieces of equipment you’ll buy. There’s a number of things to consider before
Best Goalie Sticks 2024
The goalie stick market has been one of the most disrupted in recent years. NHL goalies quit using wood sticks over a decade ago, while
Warrior G5 Goalie Pad Review + Everything We Know
Honestly, it can be hard to keep up with Warrior Goalie from time to time. They released a new helmet this spring, a new stick,
Warrior Goalie R F1 Goalie Helmet Review + Everything We Know
Warrior Goalie is entering the goalie helmet market with the Warrior Ritual RF1. They’ve been on fire lately, with the release of the Warrior G5
Vaughn V9 Review + Everything We Know
The Vaughn V9 pad is officially here. Here’s what we know. It’s that time of year. The gear companies are starting to release their new
Choosing The Right Goalie Pads for Beginners
Are you a first time hockey goalie? A parent of a youth goalie? Chances are, you don’t need to go out and buy the most
Sergei Bobrovsky Pads
Sergei Bobrovsky has been a polarizing goalie in the NHL in recent years. From his time with the Avalanche to a stint with Columbus and
Marc Andre Fleury Pads
Marc Andre Fleury has been one of the top goaltenders in the NHL for some time. He’s one of my personal favorites to watch, so
Best Goalie Pads for 2024
The past two years featured more goalie pads news than any in the past decade. From Lefevre breaking ties with CCM to Bauer and Warrior
Best Goalie Masks (for protection) 2024
Searching for a new goalie helmet? You’ve come to the right place. The team at Goalie Coaches has put together a best goalie mask buyers
Mike Smith’s Edmonton Oilers CCM P2 Gear
For the 2019/2020 season Mike Smith is debuting a rocking set of Oilers colored CCM P2 pads. The gear is unbelievable in it’s simple yet
Warrior Ritual GT2 Goalie Pads Review: Everything We Know
An in depth look at Warrior Ritual GT2 Goalie Pads. Warrior’s latest line of goalie pads, the Warrior Ritual GT2 is available for purchase. The
Who Will The Gophers Hockey Have At Goalie Next Season?
With the graduation of senior goaltenders Eric Schierhorn / Brock Kautz and Mat Robson signing with the Wild, the Gophers are in search of a
Gophers Goalie Mat Robson Signs with Wild
Former Minnesota Golden Gophers goaltender Mat Robson has signed a two year, entry level contract with the Minnesota Wild. Robson arrived in the Twin Cities
Collin Delia’s 2019 Chicago Blackhawks Mask
It’s been awhile since we’ve written a mask feature on our website, but with our recent top goalie masks article, we’re planning on releasing more
Andrei Vasilevskiy’s New Bauer 2X Gear
It’s happening. Juusi Saros switches to all yellow gear. Then, Casey DeSmith. Andrei Vasilevskiy was spotted wearing a dark blue set of Bauer’s new 2X
