The Position from the Ground Up
This page is a work in progress. I need to add more content (Like photos) to help demonstrate concepts.
This is how I recommend you play the position. This is starting from nothing, leaving as little out as possible
Getting Between the Pipes
Stick
Stance
Poise
[Video Reference: GS Poise and Stepping]
Mindset
Mindset is essential to how you play the goalie position. While the position isn't particularly physically taxing, it is mentally taxing. Honing your mindset will allow you to perform consistently and bounce back from adversity. This section is a brief overview of the Mindset page.
Set good goals
It is easy to find yourself in a position where you want to say "I will not let them score" or "I will save the next shot I see" after giving up a goal or two. However, these set yourself up to miss them, and then you are in
Making Saves
Positioning
[Video Reference: IL Picking up a Shot]
[Video Reference: PLL Alley Shots]
