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Goalie Hacks Podcast

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Mike Santaguida from the Goalie Hacks Blog reveals all of the elite goaltending hacks, tips, and strategies to help you shave your learning curve, and become an elite goaltender faster. Discover how to harness your strengths, stand out in a crowded world, and unlock the keys you’ve been missing to grow mentally and physically, both on and off the ice, to get you to the next level. Mike Santaguida has been playing hockey for over 20+ years, winning several championships, tons of accolades, and has played at the highest levels his entire career, including a few years bouncing around professional leagues now. Self proclaimed “crash test dummy of the goalie world”, you’ll learn about recruiting, on ice training, off ice training, routines, best practices, utilizing the power of your brain, proper preparation, supplements and nutrition, and how to become an elite goaltender as quickly as possible so you can have fun and avoid burning out.This channel is a mix of interviews, special co-hosts and solo shows from Mike you’re not going to want to miss. Press subscribe, and get ready to catapult your career.

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Episodes

GHP093: Next Level Playoff Hockey Stories w/ Mike Santaguida from Goalie Hacks

April 05, 2022 08:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

Click here for full show notes: https://goaliehacks.com/ghp-093-next-level-playoff-hockey-stories-w-mike-santaguida-from-goalie-hacks/ Goalie Hacks LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/goaliehacks Submit Feedback/ Suggestion/ Applications: https://bit.ly/39Fdpsb **Join The Goalie Hacks Inner Circle** ***Checkout Our Youtube Channel*** **Sign-up For Our E-mail List** **NeurotrackerX Details ** *Send us a DM on Instagram* Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goaliehacks) Support the show ...

GHP 092: Playoff Hockey Stories w/ Mike Santaguida from Goalie Hacks

March 22, 2022 08:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MB

Click here for full show notes: https://goaliehacks.com/ghp-092-playoff-hockey-stories-w-mike-santaguida-from-goalie-hacks/ Goalie Hacks LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/goaliehacks Submit Feedback/ Suggestion/ Applications: https://bit.ly/39Fdpsb **Join The Goalie Hacks Inner Circle** ***Checkout Our Youtube Channel*** **Sign-up For Our E-mail List** **NeurotrackerX Details ** *Send us a DM on Instagram* Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goaliehacks) Support the show (https://ww...

GHP 092: Playoff Hockey Stories w/ Mike Santaguida from Goalie Hacks

March 22, 2022 08:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MB

Click here for full show notes: https://goaliehacks.com/ghp-092-playoff-hockey-stories-w-mike-santaguida-from-goalie-hacks/ Goalie Hacks LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/goaliehacks Submit Feedback/ Suggestion/ Applications: https://bit.ly/39Fdpsb **Join The Goalie Hacks Inner Circle** ***Checkout Our Youtube Channel*** **Sign-up For Our E-mail List** **NeurotrackerX Details ** *Send us a DM on Instagram* Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goaliehacks) Support the show (https://ww...

GHP 091: What Playoff Hockey Can Do For Your Career

March 08, 2022 15:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

Click here for full show notes: https://goaliehacks.com/ghp-091-what-playoff-hockey-can-do-for-your-career/ Goalie Hacks LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/goaliehacks Submit Feedback/ Suggestion/ Applications: https://bit.ly/39Fdpsb **Join The Goalie Hacks Inner Circle** ***Checkout Our Youtube Channel*** **Sign-up For Our E-mail List** **NeurotrackerX Details ** *Send us a DM on Instagram* Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goaliehacks) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/go...

GHP 091: What Playoff Hockey Can Do For Your Career w/ Mike Santaguida from Goalie Hacks

March 08, 2022 15:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

Click here for full show notes: https://goaliehacks.com/ghp-091-what-playoff-hockey-can-do-for-your-career/ Goalie Hacks LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/goaliehacks Submit Feedback/ Suggestion/ Applications: https://bit.ly/39Fdpsb **Join The Goalie Hacks Inner Circle** ***Checkout Our Youtube Channel*** **Sign-up For Our E-mail List** **NeurotrackerX Details ** *Send us a DM on Instagram* Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goaliehacks) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/go...

GHP 090: Compounding Your Experience Into A Successful Career w/ Alex Westlund From The Washington Capitals

February 22, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome to this week’s episode of the Goalie Hacks podcast, and today on the show i have another stellar guest lined up, former prep, college, and pro veteran standout , now turned NHL coaching veteran at the next level, and that gentleman is Alex Westlund. We dive briefly into the important skills that kids should develop when making a smooth transition to Junior Hockey. Important skill that kids should start developing to be ready for the challenges of college hockey w...

GHP 089: How To Change The Channel In Your Mind w/ Kyle Keyser From The Boston Bruins

February 08, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the Goalie Hacks Podcast, I’m excited to be joined today by another active professional goaltender, current starter with the Providence Bruins in the AHL, and that gentleman is Kyle Keyser. We dive briefly into the most important skill that young kids should be developing at a young age while they’re playing minor hockey that will translate well and help them transition better to the next level when they get there. The biggest adjustments that eventually ...

GHP 088: Mastering The Come Up w/ Former BCHL Champion & Current Pro Veteran Goaltender Michael Garteig

January 25, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 47.2 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the goalie hacks podcast, I’m excited to be joined today by another active pro goaltender, former BCHL champ now turned pro veteran, and that gentleman is Michael Garteig (Garteyg). We dive briefly into the biggest surprise when making that transition to Junior from Minor hockey. Some of the most important characteristics of becoming a champion and being able to break through on those challenges when you get there. The most important skill that Goaltender...

GHP 087: Getting Ready For The NHL w/ St. Louis Blues NHL Draft Pick Will Cranley

January 11, 2022 09:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the goalie hacks podcast, I’m excited to be joined today by another active junior goaltender, current Ottawa 67’s starter, and that gentleman is Will Cranley. We dive briefly into the skills that kids should develop in order to implement that Goaltending philosophy. 3 to 4 pillars of Goaltending Philosophy and the importance of it. The biggest surprise as a 16 year old when he went to try and make that jump to Juniors from Minor Hockey. Biggest changes or...

GHP 087: Getting Ready For The NHL W/ St. Louis Blues NHL Draft Pick Will Cranley

January 11, 2022 09:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the goalie hacks podcast, I’m excited to be joined today by another active junior goaltender, current Ottawa 67’s starter, and that gentleman is Will Cranley. We dive briefly into the skills that kids should develop in order to implement that Goaltending philosophy. 3 to 4 pillars of Goaltending Philosophy and the importance of it. The biggest surprise as a 16 year old when he went to try and make that jump to Juniors from Minor Hockey. Biggest changes or...

GHP 086: 2021 Holiday PSA

December 28, 2021 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MB

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GHP 085: Why You Don't Need To Play A High Level of Minor Hockey to Be A Successful Pro Goaltender w/ Peter Aubry from the Chicago Blackhawks

December 14, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the Goalie Hacks Podcast, I’m super excited to be joined today by another former incredible Goaltender turned AHL veteran coach at the next level now, and that gentleman is Peter Aubry. We dive briefly into the most important skill that kids should develop in order to make a smooth transition to Junior Hockey. The biggest transition or adjustment in terms of development and growth that allowed to prepare for the challenges of Pro Hockey. Most valuable ski...

GHP 084: The Secrets To A Long & Successful Career w/ Slovakian HOF Jan Lasak

November 30, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome to this week's episode of the Goalie Hacks Podcast, and today on the show I have another absolutely lights out guest, and that’s one of Slovakia’s best and most decorated Goaltenders to ever play the game, and that gentleman is Yan Lashak - Jan Lasak. We dive briefly into the struggles faced while transitioning to Junior Hockey over on Slovakia. Most important skill kids can start developing to make sure they are ready for the challenges at Junior Hockey. The har...

GHP 083:The Next Generation of Goaltending Vision Training w/ North American Leading Vision Specialist Josh Tucker from True Focus Vision

November 16, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome to this week’s episode of the Goalie Hacks podcast, and today on the show I have another stellar guest lined up today, something we haven’t touched on a while but I know everyone will be excited to dive into with an industry leading expert on vision training having worked with dozens of athletes and major league teams from the NHL, NFL, MLB, the Olympics and the list goes on – and that gentleman is Josh Tucker. We dive briefly into the explanation and importance ...

GHP 082: The Skills College Coaches Are Looking For w/ The University of North Dakota Assistant Coach Karl Goehring

November 02, 2021 08:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome to this week’s episode of the Goalie Hacks Podcast, and today on the show I have another stellar guest lined up today, former USHL, NCAA D1, and long time professional standout turned veteran Goalie Coach and Assistant Coach at the next level currently with the North Dakota Fighting hawks, Coach Karl Goehring. We dive briefly into the hardest part about transitioning to Prep Hockey initially and the areas of struggle. Major struggles or adjustments made to compet...

GHP 081: The Secret To Developing Consistency w/ NHL Coaching Veteran Jon Elkin from the Toronto Maple Leafs

October 19, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome to this week’s episode of the Goalie Hacks Podcast, and today on the show I have another stellar guest lined up today, long time Goaltending Coach at the next level now turned NHL and AHL coaching veteran, and that man is Jon Elkin. We dive briefly into some of the challenges a lot of Goalies are facing due to Covid, and maybe a few pointers that might help them overcome those challenges. Most important skills that kids should start learning at a young age that w...

GHP 081: The Secret To Developing Consistency w/ NHL Coaching Veteran Jon Elkin from the Toronto Maple Leafs

October 19, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome to this week’s episode of the Goalie Hacks Podcast, and today on the show I have another stellar guest lined up today, long time Goaltending Coach at the next level now turned NHL and AHL coaching veteran, and that man is Jon Elkin. We dive briefly into some of the challenges a lot of Goalies are facing due to Covid, and maybe a few pointers that might help them overcome those challenges. Most important skills that kids should start learning at a young age that w...

GHP 080: Peeling Back The Layers Of NHL Hockey w/ NHL Veteran Richard Bachman From The Minnesota Wild

October 05, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to another episode of the Goalie Hacks Podcast, and I’m excited to welcome today a leading breath facilitator here in Canada, and that Gentlemen is Jeffrey Sorensen. We discuss about hardest part about transitioning to Prep Hockey initially and the areas of struggle. Most important skill kids can start developing to make sure they are ready for the challenges at Junior Hockey. Most valuable skill kids should start learning today that will be essential to the...

GHP 079: How Your Breath Can Transform Your Performance w/ Advanced Wim Hof Certified Breath Coach Jeff Sorensen From Breath Army

September 21, 2021 15:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to another episode of the Goalie Hacks Podcast, and I’m excited to welcome today a leading breath facilitator here in Canada, and that Gentlemen is Jeffrey Sorensen. We discuss about dive into the basic premise of breath work and the positive impact it has on performance, health, and life. Two to three important concepts discussed in the book and the boost it provides to performance on the ice. Actionable stuff that athletes can take with them like different...

GHP 078: The Secrets Of Overcoming The Road To The NHL w/ Brian Daccord from Stop It Goaltending

September 07, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 59.2 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome to this week's episode of the Goalie Hacks Podcast, and today on the show I have another awesome guest lined up, former college and professional hockey veteran turned veteran Goaltending coach at the next level, and that gentleman is Brian Daccord from Stop It Goaltending -  one of the largest goaltending schools in the USA. In This episode we dive into the biggest misconceptions amongst minor hockey goalies, parents and coaches of making it to the NHL level. The...

GHP 077: The Evolution of NHL Goaltending w/ 30 Year NHL Coaching Veteran Jim Corsi from the Columbus Blue Jackets

August 24, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome to this week’s episode of the Goalie Hacks Podcast, and today on the show I have another stellar guest lined up today, former pro standout turned 30 year NHL coaching veteran, what a pleasure it is today to welcome Jim Corsi the current Goalie development coach for the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Cleveland Lake Monsters – Jim Corsi. We discuss about hardest part about making the shift from lower levels or Pro to a step away from the NHL. Dive into the details o...

GHP 076: Hacktivists PSA + Tip of The Day

August 17, 2021 08:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MB

Goalie Hacks LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/goaliehacks Submit Feedback/ Suggestion/ Applications: https://bit.ly/39Fdpsb **Join The Goalie Hacks Inner Circle** ***Checkout Our Youtube Channel*** **Sign-up For Our E-mail List** **NeurotrackerX Details ** *Send us a DM on Instagram* Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goaliehacks) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/goaliehacks) Support the Show.

GHP 075: The Game Is 90% Mental & The Rest Is In Your Head w/ BIG10 Champ Karel Popper From The University Of Minnesota

August 10, 2021 08:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the Goalie Hacks Podcast, I’m pumped to be joined today by another awesome coach at the next level, recently coaching Jack LaFontaine to the Mike Richter award win in the 2021 season, and that coach is Karel Popper. We discuss about biggest transition made to be able to compete at the Junior Level. Biggest adversity faced in career and overcoming it. Specific three to four pillars Goaltending is surrounded on and their importance. Working with Jack and ge...

GHP 074: Learning How To Frame Your Net w/ Adam Huska From The Hartford Wolfpack

August 03, 2021 08:00 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the Goalie Hacks Podcast, I’m excited to be joined today by another active Professional Goaltender, recent college, American league and top Slovakian standout, and that Goaltender is Adam Huska. We discuss about three to four main pillars that Adam’s game is built upon, their importance and the drills followed to develop these pillars. Biggest adjustments made at a personal level to be successful. Advice to kids looking to transition to college level to m...

GHP 073: Why Over-Preparing Is Essential To Your Success w/ WHL Coaching Veteran Kevin Swanson From The Lethbridge Hurricanes

July 27, 2021 08:00 - 57 minutes - 39.9 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the Goalie Hacks Podcast, I’m excited to be joined today by another awesome coach at the next level, former Major Junior and Pro Goaltender turned long time WHL coach now, and that gentleman is Kevin Swanson We discuss about hardest part about transitioning to Junior Hockey and areas of struggle. Most important skill that kids should start developing which will help them make a smooth transition to Junior Hockey. Working to make the debut to AHL level and...

GHP 072: Inside The USNTDP & First Impressions Of D1 W/ Drew Commesso From Boston University

July 20, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the goalie hacks podcast, I’m excited to be joined today by another top US active college goaltender, recently winning a medal in the IIHF tournament over in Latvia in the World Championships, and coming off a stellar rookie season with Boston University, and that goaltender is Drew Commesso. We discuss about three to four main pillars that the game is based upon and their Importance. Most important skill that young kids should be developing to make a smo...

GHP 071: How To Build Winning Details w/ Former College + Pro Standout Matt Zaba From MHH

July 13, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the Goalie Hacks podcast, I’m super excited to be joined today by another former incredible goaltender turned coach at the next level now, and that gentleman is Matt Zaba. We discuss about contribution to personal success which aided in winning Goalie of the year and MVP of interior division in BCHL. Biggest transition or adjustment made in terms of growth and development that prepared for challenges of Pro Hockey. Details on debuting in NHL and the surpr...

GHP 071: How To Build Winning Details w/ Former College + Pro Standout Matt Zaba From MHH.

July 13, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the Goalie Hacks podcast, I’m super excited to be joined today by another former incredible goaltender turned coach at the next level now, and that gentleman is Matt Zaba. We discuss about contribution to personal success which aided in winning Goalie of the year and MVP of interior division in BCHL. Biggest transition or adjustment made in terms of growth and development that prepared for challenges of Pro Hockey. Details on debuting in NHL and the surpr...

GHP 070:How To Transform Into A Meta-Performer w/ Dan Leffelaar From Novus Global Sports

July 06, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to another episode of the Goalie Hacks Podcast, and I am excited to welcome today a leading meta performance coach in western Canada – and that gentleman is Dan Leffelaar. We discuss about mental skills that Goalies should be developing to transition from Junior level to Major Junior Level. Shed some light on the experience working with the Edmonton Oil Kings and working with gold medalist, Joel Hoefer. Most important skill that young Goalies can start devel...

GHP 69: The Keys to Staying In The Moment w/ 2021 Mike Richter Award Winner Jack LaFontaine

June 29, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the goalie hacks podcast, I’m super excited to be joined today by another active college goaltender, recently named the top goaltender in division1 college hockey winning the Mike Richter award, and that goaltender is Jack Lafontaine. We discuss about most important skill kids can start developing to make sure they are ready when they get there. Understand the contribution to personal success in BCHL and BIG10. Managing stress and staying focused during t...

GHP 069: The Keys to Staying In The Moment w/ 2021 Mike Richter Award Winner Jack LaFontaine

June 29, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the goalie hacks podcast, I’m super excited to be joined today by another active college goaltender, recently named the top goaltender in division1 college hockey winning the Mike Richter award, and that goaltender is Jack Lafontaine. We discuss about most important skill kids can start developing to make sure they are ready when they get there. Understand the contribution to personal success in BCHL and BIG10. Managing stress and staying focused during t...

GHP 068: How To Get Rid Of The Pink Elephant In Your Head W/ Dr. Cassidy Preston From Consistent Elite Performance

June 22, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 55 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to another episode of the Goalie Hacks Podcast, and I’m excited to welcome today former CIS Athlete and current mental performance coaching leader, Dr. Cassidy Preston to the show today. We discuss about most important skill young athletes and Goalies should start developing that will help them transition smoothly to the next level. Dive into Cassidy’s personal mental performance coaching philosophy. Actionable skill that people can start improving today and...

GHP 068: How To Get Rid Of The Pink Elephant In Your Head w/ Dr. Cassidy Preston From Consistent Elite Performance

June 22, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 55 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to another episode of the Goalie Hacks Podcast, and I’m excited to welcome today former CIS Athlete and current mental performance coaching leader, Dr. Cassidy Preston to the show today. We discuss about most important skill young athletes and Goalies should start developing that will help them transition smoothly to the next level. Dive into Cassidy’s personal mental performance coaching philosophy. Actionable skill that people can start improving today and...

GHP 067: Developing Systems of Thoughts & Systems of Action w/ Pro Veteran Jean-Philippe Lamoreux

June 15, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 68.4 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the Goalie hacks podcast, I’m super excited to be joined today by another active professional veteran, and that Goaltender is Jean-Philippe Lamoureux. We discuss about winning the title Goalie of the Year in final year of Junior and the reason for gaining the personal success. Most important skills that kids should focus on to make sure they are prepared to face the challenges ahead of them in college hockey. His entire D1 college hockey journey. Achievin...

GHP 066: How To Manage The Chaos w/ UK Legend Nathan Craze

June 08, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the Goalie Hacks podcast, I’m super excited to be joined today by another incredible Goalie mind, former British national standout in both professional and international play – and that gentleman is Nathan Craze. We discuss about  struggles while transitioning from minor hockey to Junior hockey in England. Most important skills kids can start developing that will help make a smooth transition to the professional level. One of the most important characteri...

GHP 065: Crafting Your Own Identity w/ 2021 NCAA D1 Champion Filip Lindberg from Umass Amherst

June 01, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the goalie hacks podcast, I’m super excited to be joined today by another active college goaltender, recently named the NCAA D1 National Champion with Umass Amherst, Filip Lindberg. We discuss about most important skill that kids should start working on today that will help them transition easily to the next level. Most important skill that kids can start developing today to make sure they are prepared for the challenges that lie ahead. First season at Um...

GHP 064: First Impressions of Pro Hockey w/ OHL Stand-Out Cedrick Andree from the Belleville Senators

May 25, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 58.2 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the Goalie Hacks podcast, I’m excited to be joined today by another active professional Goaltender, current Goaltender with the Belleville Senators in the AHL, Cedrick Andree. We discuss about personal Goaltending Philosophy, three to four pillars that the game surrounds and their importance. Most important skills that young children should be developing while they are playing Minor Hockey that will help make a smooth transition to the next level. Kind of...

GHP 063: How To Simplify Your Game w/ NCAA D1 National Champ Kenny Reiter

May 18, 2021 08:00 - 54 minutes - 37.9 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome to this week’s episode of the goalie hacks podcast, and this week on this show we have an awesome guest lined up, and that’s former NCAA champion, and long standing pro goaltender now retired turned coach, and that gentlemen is Kenny Reiter. We discuss about advice to younger self before playing games at the Junior level. Hardest part about transitioning to the D1 college level from Juniors. Secret behind the success in 2010 winning the Natty championship and cha...

GHP 062: How To Create An Edge In Your Game w/ Ontario Reign Goalie Coach Matt Millar

May 11, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 45.2 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome to this week’s episode of the goalie hacks podcast, and today on the show i have another stellar guest lined up, long time coach at the next level who’s experienced tons of success, and that’s the goaltending coach for the Ontario Reign in the American Hockey League, Matt Millar. We dive into Coaching Philosophy, major areas of focus with Goaltenders and the reason for believing in the concepts. Most important things typically looked for in Goaltenders that will ...

GHP 061: How Depth Control Can Transform Your Game w/ Kurtis Mucha From The Edmonton Oil Kings

May 04, 2021 08:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the goalie hacks podcast, I’m super excited to be joined today by another incredible goalie mind, former WHL and CIS standout goaltender, now turned WHL & AJHL coaching veteran in Western Canada, Kurtis Mucha. We chat about struggles while making the transition to Junior level at a young age. Biggest thing learned during Major Junior level that allowed excellence at the CIS level. Adversities faced, persevering, and winning the CIS University National Cha...

GHP 060: How To Frame Your Net W/ Hunter Jones From The Minnesota Wild

April 27, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 49.5 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the Goalie Hacks podcast, I’m excited to be joined today by another active professional Goaltender, current IOWA wild starter in the AHL, Hunter Jones. We chat about main 3 to 4 pillars that the game should build around and the importance of them. Most important skill that kids should be developing at a young age that will help them transition to the next level. Biggest changes made since making pro that are necessary adjustments to be ready for NHL. Ment...

GHP 060: How To Frame Your Net w/ Hunter Jones From The Minnesota Wild

April 27, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 49.5 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the Goalie Hacks podcast, I’m excited to be joined today by another active professional Goaltender, current IOWA wild starter in the AHL, Hunter Jones. We chat about main 3 to 4 pillars that the game should build around and the importance of them. Most important skill that kids should be developing at a young age that will help them transition to the next level. Biggest changes made since making pro that are necessary adjustments to be ready for NHL. Ment...

GHP 059: Learning How To Smile w/ Beck Warm From The Carolina Hurricanes

April 20, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the Goalie Hacks podcast, I’m super excited to be joined today by another active professional goaltender, current NHL and AHL Goaltender for the Carolina Hurricanes, Beck Warm. We chat about main pillars that the game is built around and their importance. Most important skill children should develop while playing minor hockey that will help them to transition better to the next level. Key skill kids should work upon to make a smooth transition to Junior H...

GHP 058: Unraveling & Developing Your Process w/ Brian Eklund from the Binghamton Devils

April 13, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 49.7 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome to this week’s episode of the Goalie Hacks podcast, and today on the show we have another stellar guest lined up today, former NCAA D1 and Professional athlete, and long time D1 coaching veteran now turned AHL development coach for the Binghamton Devils, Brian Eklund. We chat about coaching philosophy and major areas of focus with Goaltenders and the reason for believing in these concepts. Biggest takeaway from College Hockey career. Areas where goalies typically...

GHP 057: How To Win The Day & Win In Your Career w/ +20 Yr Goalie Coaching Veteran Shane Clifford

April 06, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 47.2 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the Goalie Hacks podcast, and joining today is an incredible guest who’s spent close to the last 20 years coaching and playing at the next level all over North America, and that gentleman is, Shane Clifford. We chat about areas where kids struggle with the most while making the transition to Major Junior or tier 2 Junior levels across North America. Things Goalies and parents should be doing off season to find a good opportunity to try-out and have a chan...

GHP 056: How To Develop A System To Handle Net Front Traffic w/ 20+ Yr Pro Veteran & DEL Champion, Ian Gordon

March 30, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 51 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the goalie hacks podcast, I’m super excited to be joined today by another incredible Goalie mind, former 20 year pro veteran and DEL champion, and recent WHL & AJHL coaching veteran, Ian Gordon  We chat about the biggest takeaway in terms of development from WHL that aided in moving to pro hockey and having a long career. Transitioning from North America to Europe and the challenges faced. Routines followed to beat anxiety and stay focused when the going ...

GHP 055: Finding Your Next Level Duo Q&A w/ Matt Smith

March 23, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 81.6 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to another special episode of the goalie hacks podcast, and today is not just any special, but the inaugural guest feature Q&A segment on the GHP. And for our first ever guest Q&A podcast feature I’ve decided to bring back on - friend of the show, Matt Smith, who needs no introduction if you’ve been a long time listener  We asked both our communities to come together , record and submit some questions - and in this one the content definitely didn't fail to d...

GHP 055: Finding Your Next Level Duo Q&A w/ Matt Smith from Matt Smith Goaltending

March 23, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 81.6 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome back to another special episode of the goalie hacks podcast, and today is not just any special, but the inaugural guest feature Q&A segment on the GHP. And for our first ever guest Q&A podcast feature I’ve decided to bring back on - friend of the show, Matt Smith, who needs no introduction if you’ve been a long time listener  We asked both our communities to come together , record and submit some questions - and in this one the content definitely didn't fail to d...

GHP 054: BCHL Championships & RBC Runs w/ Matt Erhart from the Surrey Eagles & Semiahmoo Minor Hockey Association

March 16, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 48.4 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome to this week's episode of the Goalie Hacks podcast, today on the show I have one of the greatest coaches I ever had the privilege of being coached by, and that’s my old coach from the Surrey Eagles when we went all the way to the RBC cup in 2013,  Matt Erhart.  We discuss about winning the BCHL championship and the RBC cup in 1998 and the effect it had on the team. Kind of work that went into building Quinnipiac over a short period of time and the secret behind h...

GHP 053: Perimeter Holds & Eliminating Drift w/ Michael Lawrence the Director of Goaltending for HC Lugano

March 09, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 54.1 MB

Hello everyone, and welcome to this week’s episode of the Goalie Hacks podcast, today on the show I have another amazing guest, Goaltending coach for HC Lugano in the Swiss National League, and also the founder and owner of Pro Goaltending based out of Ontario, Michael Lawrence. We dive into major areas of focus with Goaltenders and the reason for believing in these concepts. Areas where Goalies typically struggle when they are making the transition to either Tier 2 Junior or Major Junior H...