CAHA Goalie Development
Goalie Development Core Principles
- Develop Youth Goaltenders
- Cultivate a community of support
- Educate coaching staff about goaltending
- Create opportunities
Goalie Development Director
Patricia "Paddy" Elsmore is our Goalie Development Director, she is a voting member of the CAHA Board. She has over 25 years of experience coaching goalies at the Youth, Highschool, College and International Level, in addition to a long playing career.
For Goalie specific questions please reach out to her!
Email: cecgoaliedevelopment@gmail.com
Phone: 218-4813212
Common Equipment Mistakes
- Buying equipment that does not follow age/sizing guidelines
- Skates aren't sharpened frequently enough (every 2 weeks)
- Leg pads are to big
- Lack of protection in "the middle", meaning good knee guards, chest protector, breezers (pants) and a goalie jock
- Stick paddle is to tall or too short (wrong stick size)
- Leg pads are worn too tight! Straps are designed to be worn loosely. Make sure toe strap is attached tight at the front of the Skate, this will keep the pads from spinning around the leg.
Instructions
Need equipment for the 2024-25 Season
Please contact Paddy Elsmore by email cecgoaliedevelopment@gmail.com!
Let's check if we have some equipment in "The Goalie Closet" that would work. Or we will work with you and order appropriate equipment to use for your Goalie.
We know goalie equipment can be expensive, that is why we are committed to helping with the cost when possible. If you rather buy your own equipment and just like to connect about appropriate sizing, perfect! But know we are here to help with equipment needs!
USA Hockey Goaltending Resources
Goalies Drills, Development, Resources and News! Coaches need a Goalie Drill check for video and instructional info!
Shutouts Wall by Minnesota Hockey Youth Goalies
Have your Goalies picture displayed on the MN Hockey Shutout Wall Just emailing the following info: Date of shutout, Goalie's name, Team goalie plays for, Level of play, Opponent! to:scarroll@minnesotahockey.org