Episode 311 with Montreal Canadians goalie Jakub Dobeš

Episode 311 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Montreal Canadiens goalie Jakub Dobeš, who is coming off an impressive rookie season and recently signed a two-year, one-way contract extension.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Dobeš shares important lessons from his first NHL season and the adjustments, as well as insights into his unique path from Czechia, moving to St. Louis as a 15-year-old despite no guarantees he'd even have a team to play on. Dobeš also gives us a glimpse into his offseason training routine, including how he works to improve his puck handling long before getting back on the ice, and his mindset work with Pete Fry, including how often and how specifically he uses visualization techniques even on game days. It's a can't miss interview loaded with tips. In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we share 10 Good Habits Around the Rink that you can share with your young goalie to help make sure they are both getting the most out of -- and making the best impression -- even when they're just there for a practice or a goalie lesson/  We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Charlie Lindgren breaking down breakaways and how to manage them, not only from the usual perspective of depth management, but also hand position and reading a release. And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the new CCM EFLEX 7 chest protector, with new shapes and features from the EFLEX 6 model that InGoal testers loved so much.  

Episode 310 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a couple-dip of feature interviews with Vancouver Canucks prospects Ty Young and Aku Koskenvuo.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Young walks us through turning pro despite having a season of eligibility left in the CHL -- and we tell you why this is another sign the CHL is a big part of the Canadian goalie development challenges -- despite being good enough to finish top-10 in the ECHL with a .926 save percentage and go 8-3-0 in the AHL as a rookie, impressing the Canucks team that drafted him in 2022. Young talks about the biggest adjustments and differences at each level, which makes for a great spring board into our conversation with Finnish goalie Koskenvuo, who was drafted in 2021 and is preparing to follow Young's path after leaving Harvard University in the spring following three seasons. In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we share tips on skate sharpening for parents. We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features a special 21-minute video of Hart Trophy winner Connor Hellebuyck breaking down his positioning and save selection while watching a variety of different types of attacks. And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a closer look at the new Bauer FlyLite stick options, including a Source for Sports-exclusive model with a trigger grip that you can buy off the rack.   

Episode 309 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a wide-ranging discussion with recently retired 17-year pro Jean-Philippe Lamoureux, who is now settling in as director of hockey operations and analytics at his alma mater, the University of North Dakota.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena,Lamoureux takes us through the decision to retire and start his college coaching career after 14 years of already coaching summer camps through JPL Goaltending. He talks about his early mentors and professional coaching influences and how they shape the foundation he brings to the new role, as well as the fast-shift NCAA hockey landscape and how it could impact goaltending in Canada especially. We also discuss his tracking work with Clear Sight Analytics in his final pro season, and his pending book, "Focused: 10 Systems of Thought for Hockey Goaltenders," which combines his favourite readings on road trips with his own experiences.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we share 5 tips to deal with disappointment and some great advice for how to best handle those moments for your young goalie.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Vizual Edge user Cam Talbot of the Detroit Red Wings breaking down a power play chance against the Montreal Canadiens.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a review of the Warrior X5 RTL and Pro neck guards, with a closer look at why the RTL should be a go to for older goalies.

Episode 308 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a great roundtable discussion with five coaches from our trip to a Hockey Alberta goalie camp April.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, we dig into a wide range of goalie-related topics about performance and development with Matt Weninger of Hockey Alberta and fellow WHL goalie coaches Ian Gordon (Red Deer), Dave Rathjen (Swift Current), Kurtis Mucha (Edmonton), as well as Kraymer Barnstable (Red Deer, formerly) and Adam Marcoux, who coaches in the AJHL,In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we continue to look at equipment with five more pieces of advice for dealing with goalie gear, whether purchasing or modification.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Joseph Woll of the Toronto Maple Leafs breaking down a shootout chance against Alexander Ovechkin with advice on how best to manage depth and use markers on the ice to match your retreat with a shooter's approach.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a review of the Bauer FlyLite chest protector, which includes improved protection, coverage and adjustability.

Episode 307 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features goalie coach Pierre Groulx, who is coming off a trip to the PWHL final with for the Ottawa Charge after spending 15 seasons in the NHL with the Florida Panthers, Montreal Canadiens and Ottawa Senators.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Groulx talks about his transition to coaching in the PWHL and some of the trends and tendencies that might differ a little, whether it's on the ice or in how you manage the increased use of video for goalies that haven't had the same degree of coaching in-season before the PWHL raised the bar for resources. Of course, a lot of that work is similar to what Groulx did in the NHL, so he shared some of the foundations and lessons that he developed along the way, and the how working with goalies like Craig Anderson and Carey Price helped cement many of them.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we go over the first 5 of 10 gear tips for goalie parents. While this week is aimed largely at parents of young goalies, we’re sure everyone will have an opinion on them and a few of their own to add in as well.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Devin Cooley of the Calgary Flames with a fantastic breakdown of a shooter's 3 options -- and how to read, approach and manage each one -- when they're cutting to the net off an angle on a rush chance.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to for a deep dive on the new  EFLEX 7.9 pads and gloves that launched this week and represent the best second price point option CCM has ever offered, including opportunities to add some custom option beyond name and color!

Episode 306 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a great interview with Seattle Kraken prospect Victor Östman after a wild first season of pro hockey. In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Östman discusses his roots and training in the position growing up in Sweden, his continuing evolution in the USHL and then through four years at the University of Maine, and a crazy first full season after turning pro at the end of past season. It included games in the ECHL, AHL and his NHL debut with the Kraken, as well as a goalie fight despite having an EBUG backing him up on the bench and a little known rule that kept him in the game. It's another can't miss interview with a goalie we suspect you'll hear a lot about in the coming years. In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we asked listeners if you could pick ONLY 1 thing to work on this summer, would it be: A. Goalie-specific training with a coach (at a camp or 1-on-1), B. Playing Games or C. Skating (power or goalie specific). That sparked a great discussion on the benefits of each, with input from respondents to our question on social media. We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Charlie Lindgren breaking down video and discussing the importance of in-zone awareness even when your teammates have the puck, as well as the importance of not widening out as you drift backwards in order to avoid biting on fakes. And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to for a deep dive on the new CCM EFLEX 7 pads and gloves that launch in full at retail next week. 

Episode 305 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fun and advice filled interview with 15-year NHL veteran Devan Dubnyk.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Dubnyk catches us up on his post playing days transition to media work, including sharing some fantastic breakdowns from the Stanley Cup Playoffs, as well as life as a goalie parent and how it's fuelled a new venture coaching goalies called Dubnyk Development. Dubnyk shares insights into his own development path in the NHL, and the coaches and philosophies that shaped it, as well as the importance of good mentors, and explains how he plans to being that to goalies all over North America with this new in-season video coaching program.For more on working with Devan Dubnyk: https://www.dubnykdevelopment.comIn the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we dig into the importance of goalies taking a break in the offseason, borrowing advice from Carey Price, and sharing alternate activities.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features new World Championship gold medal winner Joey Daccord with excellent advice on managing a quick regroup rush attack.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to for a deep dive on the updated features in the new Bauer SV Pro line, a second price point option that combines the best of the Supreme and Vapor lines and includes several top-level features.

Episode 304 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic interview with St. Louis Blues development and AHL goalie coach Dan Stewart.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Stewart shares lessons and advice on the transition from private to junior to professional coaching, working with different styles of goalies on the same AHL team (like Charlie Lindgren and Joel Hofer, who have both since moved up to the NHL), creating confidence in new situations, managing video sessions and so, so so much more. Add in a glimpse into some of his 5 principles of good goaltending, and it really is another can't miss interview.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we pulled an answer from Stewart's interview that included some excellent advice on how to help your goalies learn to read the game and plays better, and some great advice on how parents of any knowledge level can be involved.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Vizual Edge user Cam Talbot with a great breakdown on decision making facing a 2-on-1 and when to use a "Spread."   And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to for a deep dive on the updated features in the new Bauer Vapor FlyLite pads and gloves.

Episode 303 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a can't-miss interview with Seattle Kraken AHL and development goalie coach Colin Zulianello.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Zulianello catches us up on the family decisions that took him away from coaching professionals for three seasons and shares insights on his path. We start with the playing days, which include time with Benoit Allaire in the Arizona Coyotes system, to how he got into coaching and the many unique ways that he combines his formal teaching background and education with what he does now on the ice, whether it's with a 9-year-old or a 9th year pro. He shares insights and anecdotes that are sure to benefit every goalie, parent and especially coaches.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we dig into juggling as an offseason addition that parents can do with their young goalies, including great tips on getting started.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Joseph Woll sharing tips for managing breakaways while starting down Alexander Ovechkin.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at the first ever goalie pant from True, and how they've combined some of the best features from other brands.Link to the music of Mike Baker, mentioned and played in this episode.

Episode 302 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features an advice and information-packed interview with Vegas Golden Knights prospect goalie Carl Lindbom.In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Lindbom talks about the adjustments to playing in North America for the first time this season with the Henderson Silvery Knights, and what allowed him to make it seem like such a smooth transition. The 21-year-old also shares insights from growing up in Stockholm, Sweden, including the coaching he received from a young age, the impact of older brother Olof, a New York Rangers draft pick now playing pro in Finland, and the importance of active hands in succeeding as a 6-foot-1 goalie in today's game, including how he uses the parts of practice most goalies hate to improve those hands.In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we dig into the idea of using sign language to communicate from the stands with a goalie in the net -- and let's just say that if you are shaking your head as you read that, then you really don't want to miss this discussion as we get into both sides.We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features more incredible insights on the psychology of reading the play -- and influencing it using baiting -- with Alex Lyon of the Detroit Red Wings.And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at the new Warrior knee pads, with added padding that can actually make you taller in the butterfly!