InGoal Radio Podcast

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Episode 271 with Clay Stevenson Sep 09, 2024

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Episode 271 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Washington Capitals puck-stopping prospect Clay Stevenson.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Stevenson brings us up to speed on his first couple of years since turning pro and signing as a free agent out of college (and last talking to the InGoal Radio Podcast), a process that led him to the Capitals despite knowing he'd start in the ECHL while other teams were offering an AHL spot (and recruiting incentives like lunch with a Hall of Fame goalie). He shares lessons and insights from winning back-to-back Calder Cups as AHL champions with the Hershey Bears, and how his game has continued to develop on and off the ice after working and playing with a wide range of new voices.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we check in with sport psychologist Luciano Sommerville for advice on managing parent anxiety, including some breathing exercises that can be helpful at the rink, in the workplace, or anywhere really.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to learn about CCM's new custom AXIS XF mask options, including the scanning process, and its 3D-printed liner.

Episode 270 with Max Paddock Sep 02, 2024

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Episode 269 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fascinating interview with Max Paddock, who went from Memorial Cup All Star at age 17, to playing college volleyball, and is now back in the CHL as a goaltending coach.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Paddock takes us through his unique path back to recently being named the Regina Pats goalie coach more than six years after starting for them at the Memorial Cup, including his break to play volleyball in university while working towards a kinesiology degree he will now finish while coaching. It's a fascinating journey filled with valuable lessons for other goalies and coaches from an athlete whose family is deeply rooted in both sports -- his father, Russ, on the volleyball side at Brandon University and his uncle John having spent 30 years coaching and managing in the WHL, AHL and NHL.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we list all the important elements that will go into having your best season ever as a goalie parent. That segment is a look back at a more in-depth article at InGoal which is unlocked for all to enjoy without an InGoal subscription.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the True Catalyst 7X3 line, which offers several pro-level features at half the price.

Episode 269 with New Jersey Devils goalie coaches Dave Rogalski and Brian Eklund. Aug 26, 2024

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Episode 269 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an interview with New Jersey Devils goalie coaches Dave Rogalski and Brian Eklund.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, we sat down with Rogalski and Eklund at the USA Hockey National Goaltending Symposium in Minnesota to discuss the state and evolution of the position from youth levels right up to the NHL. Rogalski, who works as the Devils goalie coach, and Eklund, who works with him as their AHL and development goalie coach, discuss everything from how to get more kids playing the position and when they should specialize, to helping them learn to read the game, how to build practices and their work with goalies at the highest level.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we answer a question about whether to wax a goalie stick -- and more important, who should be the one doing it.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the CCM AXIS XF line, diving a little deeper into what features goalies love after using it all summer.

Episode 268 with Julia Allain Aug 19, 2024

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Episode 268 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic conversation with Mental Coach and author Julia Allain.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Allain shares a lot of the lessons that InGoal first heard her present at the USA Hockey National Goaltending Symposium in Minnesota earlier this summer. It's a wide ranging discussion on things goalies, goalie parents and coaches -- both goalie and head -- can do to develop a mindset that will allow them to be better prepared for the inevitable challenges that come with the position. From how to work on mental skills daily and focus on cognitive skills instead of emotional stress, to how coaches speak to their athletes, this interview is loaded with great takeaways and advice.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we talk how to manage tryouts as a parent, and in a way that will help your goalie approach them with the right mindset.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the Brian's ICONIK X pads and gloves, a lower price point option with plenty of pro features.

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Episode 267 with James Reimer Aug 12, 2024

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Episode 267 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an in-person interview with NHL veteran James Reimer.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Reimer shares lessons from a 15-season NHL career that saw him surpass the 500-game milestone last season with the Detroit Red Wings before signing with the Buffalo Sabres for the upcoming season. Reimer talks into how his technique, mindset and offseason approach have all evolved during that time, as well as advice on how to quickly build relationships with goalie coaches and teammates on a new team, and how to find your game and play your best even when you're not playing a lot, something he experienced in Detroit last year.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we talk about how parents can help younger goalies who love the game but may be struggling with their results.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the new CCM AXIS XF pants, with better padding and improved mobility out of the box.

Episode 266 with Adam Francilia Aug 05, 2024

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Episode 266 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an in-person interview with trainer Adam Francilia, whose client list features more than a dozen NHL goalies, including two-time Vezina Trophy winner Connor Hellebuyck.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Francilia walks us through some of the unique aspects of a training regiment that has attracted big names like Thatcher Demko, Stuart Skinner and another superstar addition this summer that he reveals in the interview. Francilia shares insights into what a summer with him looks like as goalies transition from one season to the next, and how it varies and is customized depending on when the last season ended, as well as the elements that go into a typical week -- off and on the ice -- as part of those phases.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we look at what parents can help their young goalies focus on the final month of summer leading up to next season.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at Bauer’s Reactor R5 gear - stunning digiPrint graphics, off the shelf in a second price point line packed with pro features - at about half the cost.

Episode 265 with Devon Levi Jul 30, 2024

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Episode 265 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an in-person sit down with Devon Levi of the Buffalo Sabres.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Levi reflects on his first full season as a pro, including the benefits of -- and lessons learned from -- splitting time between the Sabres in the NHL and their AHL affiliate in Rochester. Levi also talks about how he's learned to manage expectations, the role mediation plays in the his life (off and on the ice), how his use of video review evolves, how he uses a journal to find improvements in his game and daily routines, and (fittingly given the sponsor) specifically how he uses Sense Arena in-season.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we dig into questions about sticks -- specifically choosing the right length and whether it's okay to cut down the shaft.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at how much has really changed in the new-and-improved Bauer 960 mask.

Episode 264 with Dan DePalma Jul 24, 2024

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Episode 264 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic and informative interview with Dan De Palma, the long-time coach of the Kamloops Blazers in the WHL.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, De Palma shares invaluable insights and lessons on coaching and development from 18 seasons of coaching junior hockey, including the last 15 with the Blazers, where pupils have included Connor Ingram of the Utah Hockey Club, Dylan Garand of the New York Rangers and Dylan Ferguson, who is coming off his first KHL season and playing for the Ottawa Senators two years ago. De Palma also sheds some light on short-format coaching after winning gold with Canada at the under-18 World Championships, and ahead of coaching Canada again at the upcoming Glinka Gretzky Cup, Aug. 5-10 in Edmonton. The interview is loaded with valuable tips and advice that should resonate with goalies, coaches and parents of all ages.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, digs into questions from goalie coaches about how to handle the job when their son or daughter starts to play with advice that we hope will also inspire more parents to delve into the world of coaching at some level to help their young goalie.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the new XF Pro stick that has been getting great feedback right up to the NHL for new shaft shape, lightness and improved durability.

Episode 263 with Alex Cavallini Jul 08, 2024

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Episode 263 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features two-time USA Olympian and five-time world championship gold-medal winner Alex Cavallini.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, we caught up with Cavallini (formerly Alex Rigsby before getting married) at the first ever USA Hockey National Goaltending Symposium in Minnesota and talked about both everything from the state of the women's game (she played 2 seasons in the PWHPA and was the CWHL Goaltender of the Year in his one season with Calgary in that league), as well as in the United States. We also talked about being a still fairly new mom, her work with the St. Louis Blue and Chicago Blackhawks, and her roots in the game in Wisconsin, including parents who didn't want her to be a goalie at first before growing to love being goalie parents -- and the need to educate other parents about those stereotypes -- the evolution of the decision to play versus boys or other girls, and so much more in this can't miss interview.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we enlist the help of four-time Stanley Cup champion Bill Ranford to help goalie parents deal with how to respond when other parents are making negative comments about your young goalie.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the new Bauer KONEKT 2, with a sleek all-black look and plenty of new features and improvements.

Episode 262 with Detroit Red Wings goaltender Alex Lyon Jul 01, 2024

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Episode 262 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Detroit Red Wings goaltender Alex Lyon.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Lyon discusses the balance between being a competitive goaltender who does all they can to stop the puck vs. building a technical structure and how the balance may change as a goaltender gets older. He shares lessons learned working with other goaltenders in the NHL, especially his time with Sergei Bobrovsky in Florida, his own work with young goaltenders like Trey Augustine in Detroit and many lessons of mindset and mental preparation including F1 drivers as inspiration for the focus required throughout a game.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we look at how to help a young goaltender who is frustrated with their teammates, including a response from LA Kings Director of Goaltending Bill Ranford.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at True’s Catalyst skates, the off the shelf line from the company well-known for their custom skates.

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