InGoal Radio Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Episode 321 with retired PWHL goalie and breast cancer survivor Erica Howe Sep 21, 2025

Show notes

Episode 321 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an inspiring interview with retired PWHL goalie and breast cancer survivor Erica Howe.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Howe takes us through the "toughest year of her life" after being diagnosed, how the lessons and relationships from a successful puck-stopping career helped her through the ups and downs navigating cancer treatment and the isolation that came with it, and how she's teamed up with October Saves and the Canadian Cancer Society to help others in their battle. Howe also shares some great lessons from an impressive career that included winning the NCAA national championship with Clarkson University, a gold medal with Canada at the under-18 world championships, and two CWHL All Star appearances before her final season with Toronto in the inaugural PWHL season in 2023-24, and some of the most important mental lessons she's now applying in the transitions to coaching.

To support her work with October Saves and the Canadian Cancer Society, click here.

The interview includes this week's Parent Segment, appropriately presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we dig into advice on how top help your young goalie manage cell phone use, including some important lessons on how it can negatively affect your game. It was a great reminder for parents to look back on an article penned by sports psychologist John Stevenson for InGoal titled "Is Your Phone Costing You Saves?" and we'd highly recommend revisiting those lessons after you listen to this.

We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, with Calgary Flames standout Dustin Wolf explaining his positional target preferences and whether or not -- and perhaps more importantly why or why not -- to target the back post on long laterals.

In our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the gorgeous Heaton 10 tribute from CCM that combines fantastic retro graphics with pro level features at half the price, all available in store without the need for custom orders.

Episode 320 with Dylan Garand Sep 12, 2025

Show notes

Episode 320 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a great in-depth interview with top New York Rangers goalie prospect Dylan Garand.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Garand shares stories and insights from his first three seasons of pro hockey, including the goal setting strategy that was part of being named an AHL All Star least season, and lessons from Rangers greats like Benoit Allaire and Igor Shesterkin. Still just 23, Garand also talks about his experiences at the World Championships and some great advice on how his game has evolved, both off the ice with his approach mentally, and on the ice with his off-season focus, including time with and tips from Dustin Wolf.

The interview includes this week's Parent Segment, appropriately presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we dig into some advice on how and when to tell a goalie who is starting each game, and how to handle things as a parent when those strategies appear to be falling short of best practices.

We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features which features Wolf sharing some of his positional and patience keys when facing a long lateral play in zone.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the the new Sherwood Rekker stick.

Episode 319 with Swedish goalie coach Majiec Szwoch Sep 05, 2025

Show notes

Episode 319 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features the return of Swedish goalie coach Majiec Szwoch and a deep dive into his research attempting to measure success when it comes to drafting and developing goalies into the NHL.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Swedish goalie coach Majiec Szwoch, who last joined us after helping Farjestad win the Swedish Hockey League championship, walks us through his study exploring the drafting and development of goaltenders into the NHL between 2015 and 2025. He explains how he used data from 322 goalies affiliated with NHL organizations to evaluate draft success by comparing invested value with actual return, measured in games played and trade value, while also investigating geographic and organizational trends in selection and development.

The interview includes this week's Parent Segment, appropriately presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we wrap up Hutch's top-10 ways to ensure this is your best season as a goalie parent with #s 6 through 10.

We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Devin Cooley breaking down stance against a rush, as well as a skate-or-slide decisions on a lateral pass.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the True L87 7X, a lower price point option with pro features and sweet vintage style.

Episode 318 with Joey and Brian Daccord Aug 30, 2025

Show notes

Episode 318 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a can't miss back-to-hockey father-and-son interview with Seattle Kraken goalie Joey Daccord and his dad Brian, who is the new Detroit Red Wings Director of Goaltending Scouting and Development.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, the Daccord duo wakes us behind the scenes of their relationship, both as Joey was growing up and now that he's in the NHL, with tidbits and advice that will resonate with goalies and parents at all levels, including a game day ritual never before shared. The interview includes this week's Parent Segment, appropriately presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, with Joey's top-5 tips for goalie parents.

In the feature interview Joey shares some of his summer off-ice training and mentioned a YouTube video where he documented one of those sessions - well worth a watch for everyone.

We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Cam Tablot starting excellent advice on two different types of screens during the same play.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the True L95 lower price point option, a great off-the-rack option with gorgeous vintage style.

Episode 317 with Cody Porter Aug 23, 2025

Show notes

Episode 317 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Cody Porter, a Vancouver native who has spent the last five seasons in Europe.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Porter walks us through the highs and lows of a junior and professional career that has featured 22 teams in 13 leagues in eight countries, and some incredibly valuable lessons on and off the ice. The 27-year-old shares insights from -- and the differences between -- working with goalie coaches in North America, Finland and Sweden, as well as how he approaches summer skates featuring wide open looks for No.1 NHL Draft picks like Conor Bedard and Macklin Celebrini among several high-end players and prospects.

In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we dig into the first five of 10 ways to ensure you have your best season as a goalie parent.

We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Charlie Lindgren breaking down video and sharing keys to managing something familiar to beer leaguers: a 2-on-0.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at Brian's Optik X4, their second price point option off the rack in time for this season.

Episode 316 with PWHL Playoff MVP and 2025 World Championship gold-medal winner Gwyneth Philips Aug 16, 2025

Show notes

Episode 316 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features PWHL Playoff MVP and 2025 World Championship gold-medal winner Gwyneth Philips.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Philips takes us back through a whirlwind rookie season in the PWHL, including coming off the bench for injured college teammate Aerin Frankiel in the third period of the gold medal game and how it jump started her late season and playoff run with the Ottawa Charge after starter Emerance Maschmayer was also injured. Philips, who went off the grid camping shortly after the season ended, also talked about finding balance on and off the ice, including between her athletic -- sometimes acrobatic -- style and times when efficiency is the better choice, and shared great advice on how to approach the parts of practice that aren't greta for goalies that runs counter to that style, plus so much more.

In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we continue to empty the mailbag, answering questions about catching pucks in the pocket, preparing for draft season in various leagues, and Hutch gets on his soapbox to talk about goalie shortages.

We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features a second straight entry from Winnipeg Jets goalie Eric Comrie on key factors behind skate-or-slide decisions.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the updated Bauer 950 mask.

Episode 315 with 16-year pro Jeremy Smith Aug 08, 2025

Show notes

Episode 315 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a wide-ranging and information-packed interview with 16-year pro Jeremy Smith.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Smith shares experiences with some of the biggest names in goalie coaching -- Mitch Korn, Bob Essensa, Francois Allaire and Ian Clark -- during a 10-year run in North American pro hockey that started with being drafted in the second round by the Nashville Predators. The 36-year-old Michigan native also gets into the decision to leave it all behind and play for Kunlun Red Star in the KHL and China in the 2022 Olympics, adjusting to a very different style of game and touching on some of the different coaching he's received there, as well as starting insights into his use of Warrior equipment overseas, including being the highest level pro to wear their plastic slide plate in league play. It's a fantastic conversation loaded with great insights on several aspects of the position.

In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we continue to empty the mailbag, answering questions about the shelf life of youth gloves, how to keep kneepads in place, and how to help kids who want to quit playing after a bad experience.

We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features the return of Winnipeg Jets goalie Eric Comrie and a breakdown on managing screens and the importance of early awareness of shooter handedness when it comes to skate-or-slide decisions behind traffic.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the Vaughn VX1 Pro, which despite the name is their second price point pad and gloves ;)

Episode 314 with longtime NHL Goalie and Coach Rick Wamsley Aug 02, 2025

Show notes

Episode 314 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic interview with longtime NHL goalie and coach Rick Wamsley.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Wamsley touches on everything from 13 seasons playing in the NHL over three decades, to coaching goalies in the League for another 15 years, including going from "goalie on Tuesday to goalie coach on Wednesday" with Felix Potvin and the Toronto Maple Leafs in the early 1990s. There are great stories on every aspect of the game and position, from his start as a Montreal Canadiens draft pick and fellow goalies sewing Tupperware on their gear, to having Jacques Plante as a coach, learning from watching John Davidson in the AHL, and coaching Craig Anderson, as well as some really interesting lessons that applied to goaltending when he started, and still hold true today, 45 years later.

We also talk about Wamsley's work as an OHL consultant and how it led to a new online venture, GoalieU designed to help goalies improve through video work. Check it out because we've got an exciting new partnership coming that will benefit InGoal Members too!

In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we respond to a few common questions for listeners including travelling with goalie gear, breaking in new gear and the smallest goalies being forced by team rule to carry their own bags.

We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Charlie Lindgren of the Washington Capitals with great advice on managing depth and post integration when facing breakaways off the wing, and how both differ compared to a straight line 1-on-1.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the all new Bauer Pro kneepads and why they have been generating so much buzz this summer.

Episode 313 with Tampa Bay Lightning Prospect Harrison Meneghin Jul 26, 2025

Show notes

Episode 313 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a great chat with Tampa Bay Lightning prospect and 2025 Western Hockey League Playoff MVP Harrison Meneghin.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Meneghin takes us behind the scenes of his run to the Memorial Cup Final with the Medicine Hat Tigers, including what its like to face Gavin McKenna in practice, and how his team helped him get through the sudden passing of his father, Derek, less than a week before the playoffs started. The insightful 20-year-old also shares valuable lessons on being passed over in both his Bantam Draft into the WHL, and his first NHL Draft, and how he bounced back from both disappointments to get picked by Tampa his second time through. He also takes us into life as a goalie at a development camp and at the Lightning's main NHL camp with Andrei Vasilevskiy, how his game has continued to evolved, and what's next as he turns pro.

In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we share some ideas about how to help a young goalie who is scared of the puck.

We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Cam Talbot of the Detroit Red Wings breaking down a defensive screen, how to pick the proper side to look around, and whether or not to slide on a pass from behind it.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the all new CCM Phenom youth line.

Episode 312 with Mike Condon Jul 20, 2025

Show notes

Episode 312 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports,features an information-packed interview with former NHL goalie and NCAA goalie coach Mike Condon, who went back to school to get his Masters Degree studying psychology is now combing his education and real-world experience to help other goalies manage their mindset.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Condon shares stories and examples from both his recent educational journey, including working with the MIT baseball team, and a career highlighted by his time with the Montreal Canadiens and Ottawa Senators. The conversation is loaded with fascinating insights and advice from this blending of two worlds, as well as his time coaching Devon Levi at Northeastern University, including talks about tension, being able to let go and just play when the puck drops, how our environment and mental health away from the rink informs some of our patterns on the ice, and why the uniqueness that each goalie brings to that conversation needs to be a part of finding solutions in game situations.

You can contact Mike Condon, M.Ed, through Condon Performance Consulting, LLC at mike@condonperformanceconsulting.com or check out his website at condonperformanceconsulting.com

In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we share 8 great tips for getting the most out of your goalie camp this summer, and while most are for parents to help their young goalie, we have one just for parents too.

We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which Devin Cooley of the Calgary Flames breaking down the decision whether or not (and when) to take ice on a low-high pass out, as well as a valuable tip for rebounds.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the all new Bauer Konekt HF3, a second price point skate with several new features that may have some goals choosing it over the higher-priced option.

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected