InGoal Radio Podcast

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Episode 261 with NHL goalie vision specialist Josh Tucker of True Focus Vision Jun 24, 2024

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Episode 261 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features NHL goalie vision specialist Josh Tucker of True Focus Vision.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Tucker, who has worked with over 30 NHL goalies and 12 teams through his Minnesota-based company True Focus over the past 18 seasons, walks us through some of the tools and methods you can use to improve your vision as it pertains to seeing and stopping puck. From visual system assessments, to the progressive ball drills he does with goalies like Charlie Lindgren and Jake Oettinger, to introducing Marc-Andre Fleury to strobe glasses and how they can be used to improve your goaltending, Tucker shares it all.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we get into the many benefits of having your goalie spend a little time wearing the stripes as a referee.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the new Bauer Shadow Chest Protector and the first ever hybrid tuck/untuck system!

Gear Segment 22:29.4

Parent Segment 33:18.0

Feature Interview 50:25.6

Episode 260 with Charlie Lindgren of the Washington Capitals Jun 17, 2024

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Episode 260 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Charlie Lindgren of the Washington Capitals.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Lindgren talks us through some of the keys behind his breakout season in Washington, and the technical and tactical changes that started during his one season with the St. Louis Blues, which includes stopping on the inside skate. Yes, you read that right, in certain situations Lindgren stops a lateral push with his trailing leg rather than his lead leg. Don't worry, he explains it all in detail, as well as several other great tips and advice on everything from vision training to mental approach.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we tie in Lindgren's talk about vision training with a guest segment from his longtime sports vision coach, Josh Tucker of True Focus Vision in Minnesota, who explains what the first step should be for parents looking into adding some extra eye-hand training for their young goalie.

We also go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the Warrior G7 Pro line, including some gorgeous color options that are exclusive to our friends at The Hockey Shop, and a classic "old man yells at clouds" rant about the names of some lines from Woody.

Episode 259 with Detroit Red Wings Head of Goaltending Scouting and Development Phil Osaer Jun 10, 2024

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Episode 259 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Detroit Red Wings head of goaltending scouting and development Phil Osaer.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Osaer sat down with InGoal during the USA Hockey National Goaltending Symposium and delivered what is basically a State of the Position address from the youth levels to the NHL, tapping into his experiences since retiring from a 12 year pro career in North America and Europe and moving into the management side of the game. That includes everything from being a director of hockey operations in the NCAA to goalie coaching in the USHL, goalie scouting for the Tampa Bay Lighting, working with the Red Wings since 2019, and perhaps most relevant to this conversation, being USA Hockey's first goaltending development manager and helping to create the first goalie coach development program and 51 in 30 initiative.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we continue with an important theme that came out of our talk with Osaer and share great reasons every kid should try goalie.

All that, plus another trip to see Cam at The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for an in-depth look at the hot new Bauer Shadow stick.

Episode 258 with Dylan St. Cyr Jun 03, 2024

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Episode 258 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic and informative interview with American-born, now France-based pro Dylan St. Cyr.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, St. Cyr shares his roots in the game as the son of Manon Rhéaume, the first woman to play in the NHL, and his path to the US National Team Development program, then college and now overseas playing professionally in France -- all as a 5-foot-8 goalie. St. Cyr talks about he overcame some size stereotypes and other situations where it left him with no margin for error, and the lessons and advice that come from trying to overcome both, including some really important thoughts for college goalies. He also gets into playing style and the foundation that allowed him to excel even in limited minutes at Notre Dame and Quinnipiac before finishing his NCAA career by playing 37 of 38 for Michigan State, and how he applies it all now as a coach working camps this summer with his mom and long-tome coach AJ Walczac at Armour Goaltending

You can find them at: @Armour_Elite @Dylanstcyr @Armourgoaltending

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we share 5 great tips for new goaltending parents.

We also go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at the new Bauer Shadow Pads and Gloves.

Episode 257 with Pete Fry, The Goalie Mindset Guy May 27, 2024

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Episode 257 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, features a deep dive on all things goalie mindset with Pete Fry, The Goalie Mindset Guy.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, we turned to Fry to help goalies, goalie coaches and goalie parents focus on how to work on improving their mindset and approach to the mental game this offseason. With everything from how to manufacture confidence, to understanding and setting your optimum hype level, visualization and the and the importance to resting your mind in game with the three mental zones, Fry shares tips on how to get mentally stronger.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we continue the mindset theme with advice to help parents prepare their mindset to help, not hinder, your young goalie.

We also go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at the new CCM Pro Chest Protector -- the first time that CCM has made their NHL certified model available to the public.

Episode 256 with two-time NCAA Champion Matt Davis from the University of Denver May 20, 2024

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Episode 256 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a in-depth interview with two-time NCAA Champion Matt Davis from the University of Denver.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Davis takes us through the highlight -- and one highlight reel save in particular -- of a spectacular run up to and throughout the playoffs that included a .956 save percentage overall and a eye-popping .979 save percentage in the Frozen Four. Davis digs into the mental side of the game and tools he used to manage the spotlight on college hockey's biggest stage, as well as his technical evolution with DU goalie coach Ryan Massa, including advice on controlling rebounds without using your hands. In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we talk about wanting your kids work harder, and finding a balance between proper motivation and pushing the wrong way.

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at the new Warrior Ritual M3 stick line.

Episode 255 with Edmonton Oilers Goalie Calvin Pickard May 13, 2024

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Episode 255 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an interview with Edmonton Oilers goalie Calvin Pickard.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Pickard shares some insights into an admittedly surprising return to the NHL this season with the Oilers, and how he was able to make it a successful 23-game run after only playing 12 NHL games over the previous four seasons combined. Pickard shares advice on everything from managing the transition to a new team, to handling long stretches with the play at the other end and low-shot games, two facts of life behind the Oilers, and how he stays sharp in practice facing Connor McDavid.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we are joined by Maria Mountain of Goalie Training Pro for some advice on what age to start off-ice training.

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at 3 new CCM kneepad options.

Episode 254 with recently retired Stanley Cup-winning goalie Pavel Francouz. May 05, 2024

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Episode 254 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features recently retired Stanley Cup-winning goalie Pavel Francouz.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Francouz explains the knee injury and thought process that led to his retirement after missing all season with the Colorado Avalanche, then walks us through his unique path from the Czech Republic to the KHL and finally to the NHL with the Avalanche. It was a windy path, with plenty of twists, turns and tough decisions along the way, including the choice to come to North America despite lucrative KHL offers and having to totally rebuild key parts of his game once he arrived. But it paid off with a Stanley Cup in 2022, which he also talks about, and a career .919 save percentage in the NHL.

The interview is loaded with great insights into the mindset, technical and tactical evolution of goalie who came over late but quickly gained many admirers among NHL goalie coaches.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we talk about whether your young goalie should play other sports in the summer, with plenty of NHL goalie examples.

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at a new Warrior G7 line.

Episode 253 with San Jose Sharks goalie Devin Cooley Apr 29, 2024

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Episode 253 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an energetic, informative interview with San Jose Sharks goalie Devin Cooley.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Cooley takes us behind the scenes of his late-season trade to his hometown team, NHL debut and first win in front of family for the team he grew up cheering. He also shares insights into the mindset tools that helped him manage the emotions and the now infamous "nobody cares, nothing's really gonna matter. We're all gonna die," quote after a memorable 49-save win in Seattle. He walks us through his path as a late bloomer technically, and the key role Seattle goalie Joey Daccord and his dad, Brian at Stop It Goaltending, played in his development, and a key change made with Thomas Speer in San Jose.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we talk about what to say -- and what not to say -- to your son or daughter after a tough game.

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at a new Warrior wheel bag.

Episode 252 with Jiri Patera Apr 20, 2024

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Episode 252 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fun and informative conversation with Vegas Golden Knights goalie Jiri Patera.

In the feature interviews presented by NHL Sense Arena, Patera, who has play time between Vegas and the AHL Henderson Silver Knights this season and last, shares stories and insights on his path from the Czech Republic, the key role his dad played despite not wanting him to be a goalie at first, why his dad still paints his NHL masks, and what it's like to make your NHL debut with one of your goaltending idols, Jonathan Quick, watching from the bench.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we answer a popular question: when should my young goalie get an agent (or family advisor for those wanting to play NCAA), with help from special guest Ray Petkau of Alpha Sports.

All that, plus a trip to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the ever-evolving and expanding options for neck protection, including some options built into an undershirt.

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