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034 - Behind the Scenes with an NHL Equipment Manager with Nathan Belliveau03 Dec 202401:05:08

Show notes can be found at https://thediygoalie.com/pod034

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This week we had Nathan Belliveau, former assistant equipment manager of the New Jersey Devils, to talk with us about what it is like being an equipment manager at the pro, semi-pro, and major junior levels. He shares some cool stories, some advice on what makes high level goalies successful, and the day to day behind the scenes of the pro level. Belly was gracious enough to share a lot of his experience and the interview made for some great content!

033 - Acting Like a Pro and Adding Tools to Your Goalie Toolbox27 Nov 202400:55:09

Show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod033 

This week, we dive into two segments:

How to act like a pro - we dive into the importance of character and how to start making a good impression on coaches and scouts. We talk about the influence parents have as well on how their goalies are perceived.

Building your toolbox - every situation in goaltending is different, which is why it is important to fill your toolbox with multiple tools to allow you to make the right decisions. We discuss how to do this and why it is important.

024 - 5 Pieces of Advice to Our Younger Goalie Selves24 Sep 202401:01:44
Show notes can be found at https://thediygoalie.com/pod024. This week turned out to be one of our favourite episodes we have done to date. Both Connor and Nathan made a list of 5 things they wish they knew earlier in their playing career as a hope to pass on this knowledge to goalies who are still playing. Listen in as we get a little nostalgic and personal with the goal of helping other goalies learn from our mistakes and ignorance!
023 - 10 Tips to Improve Your Skating17 Sep 202400:52:06
Show notes can be found at https://thediygoalie.com/pod023 This week, Connor and Nathan provide 10 tips that can help to make sure you are moving effectively in the crease. Skating is such an important part of being a goalie, so you need to make sure you are prioritizing being good at it.
022 - What Makes a Good Goalie Coach10 Sep 202400:51:12
Show notes can be found at https://thediygoalie.com/pod022. This week Connor and Nathan go over 6 key points to look for when you are working with a goalie coach. The episode features some valuable food for thought to make sure that you are receiving a good value from your goalie coach and that they have your best interests at heart.
021 - Goaltending Basics for Beginner Goalies (and Goalie Parents)03 Sep 202400:47:02
Show notes can be found at https://thediygoalie.com/pod021. This week is another solo episode with Nathan talking about the basics of goaltending. This is a starting point for any beginner goalie and goalie parent, and also serves as a good refresher for veteran goalies out there as well. From equipment to movements to tips on how to make the position a little bit cheaper, we cover a lot of the beginner tips in this episode.
020 - Improving Your Situational Awareness27 Aug 202400:50:45
Show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod020. This week's episode is a solo episode with Nathan talking about what situational awareness is and how goalies can get better at it. Situational awareness, also referred to as hockey sense, hockey IQ, and other phrases, is really important to allow goalies to stay a few steps ahead of the play.
019 - How to Run a Goalie Friendly Practice20 Aug 202400:53:48
Show notes can be found at https://thediygoalie.com/pod019 In this week's episode, Connor takes on his first solo episode while Nathan was busy with ensuring the True North Goaltending 2024 week long camp ran smoothly. Connor talks about how coaches can run a goalie friendly practice to create a better developmental environment for their goalies. The best way to help goalies develop better is to start by arming regular head and assistant coaches with basic goaltending knowledge. Send this episode to all of the coaches in your life!
018 - Not Being Able to Skate to College in 6 Years w Riley Richardson13 Aug 202400:52:46
The show notes can be found at https://thediygoalie.com/pod018 Riley Richardson of Scotch Hockey sits down with us to talk about her late start to hockey and how she went from not being able to skate to playing College Hockey in 6 years. She takes us through her journey of being self taught and learning through Youtube videos and playing pick up hockey to get to where she is today.
017 - How the Average Goalie Can Maximize Their Development06 Aug 202400:58:34
Show notes are available at thediygoalie.com/pod017. Connor and Nathan sit down and discuss ways for average goalies to take advantage of to help improve their performance. From suggestions on how to get more ice time, to things to work on off the ice, we try to provide a framework for goalies everywhere to maximize their development.
016 - The Logical Approach to Goalie Development30 Jul 202401:00:29
Show notes for the episode can be found at https://thediygoalie.com/pod016. This week we are excited to have Hiroki Wakabayashi of World Hockey Lab on to discuss a more logical approach to goaltending. Hiroki talks about his 2017/18 NHL season goals study in which he manually broke down over 3800 goals to gain insight into what sort of patterns emerge in goals scored. We also dive into his recent presentation at the USA Hockey Symposium and his approach to goalie development. Hiroki's insights are second to none when we begin to think of the position from more of a methodical approach.
015 - Goalie Mindset Training with Pete Fry23 Jul 202401:19:42
Show notes for this episode can be found at https://thediygoalie.com/pod015 In this episode we sit down with Pete Fry, the goalie mindset guy. We get him to share valuable insights from his lengthy career working with goalies all the way up to the pro level on how goalies can shift their mindset to be more successful in the crease. From confidence to career mapping, Pete gives us a look into why he has built such a solid career as a mindset coach and author.
032 - Sayings About Goaltending That Grind Our Gears19 Nov 202401:06:47
Show notes can be found at https://thediygoalie.com/pod032 This week we go into some sayings and misconceptions about goaltending that really irk us. Everything from "goalies need to stand up more" to "goalies are lazy," we dissect certain phrases that get thrown around about goaltending and discuss what has merit and what doesn't.
014 - Building Better Habits as a Goalie16 Jul 202401:04:06
The show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod014. Hosts Nathan Park and Connor Munday dive into what habits goalies should be implementing in their day to day approach of the position. Good routines and habits lead to developing a consistent foundation in a goalie's game which helps to drive sustained success. Start thinking about how you can improve the habits in your game!
013 - Keys to a Long Professional Goaltending Career with Ian Gordon10 Jul 202401:01:23
Show notes can be found at https://thediygoalie.com/pod013 Ian Gordon joins us this week to talk about the keys to his long pro career. We dive into topics such as leaving home as a 16 year old, transitioning to play in Europe, the difference between winning championships as a player and a coach, and so much more. The insights and perspective Gordo offers from his decades around the highest levels of the game as a goalie and a coach are invaluable for goalies of all ages.
012 - History of InGoal Media + Being a Goalie Parent w Dave Hutchison02 Jul 202401:04:25
Show notes are at https://thediygoalie.com/pod012. We sit down with David Hutchison, the founder of InGoal Magazine about the history of InGoal and how it has developed over the years. We also get his take on other things such as being a goalie parent, running a goalie related business, and being around professional goaltenders.
011 - From College to Pro and then Coaching with Connor LaCouvee25 Jun 202401:13:21
Show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod011 and include a FREE off-ice mobility program from LaCouvee Goaltending. We sit down with Connor LaCouvee of LaCouvee Goaltending and talk about his experience playing college hockey and transitioning to pro. He provides a lot of insights from his playing experience, and on his journey to becoming a goalie coach with his own business.
010 - How to Improve Your Post Play18 Jun 202401:04:08
Show notes for the episode can be found at https://thediygoalie.com/pod010. This episode is a solo episode with host Nathan Park that dives into the intricacies of post play. Post play is a very under practiced part of a goalie's game that makes up a significant portion of in zone play. We tackle topics like the overlap, standing post play, and the RVH and dig in to when is the best situations to use them and how to do it properly.
009 - What Goalie Coaches Look For and Common Mistakes w Connor Munday11 Jun 202401:14:33
The show notes for this episode are at https://thediygoalie.com/pod009. This episode is a bit of a back and forth between host Nathan Park and True North Goaltending co-coach Connor Munday. They dive into things goalie coaches are looking for when evaluating goalies and common mistakes they see goalies make.
008 - Equipment Sizing and Debunking Gear Myths with Ray McGirr04 Jun 202401:09:35
Show notes can be found at https://thediygoalie.com/pod008. Retail gear expert Ray McGirr sits down with us and offers his insights on proper equipment sizing and debunking some gear myths. It is extremely important to ensure gear fits properly and feels good for your playing style. Ray has some recommendations and info to find the gear that works best for you!
007 - Mental and Cognitive Training with Brad Wall28 May 202400:45:00
Episode show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod007. This episode features Brad Wall, a sports psychologist with Human Integrated Performance and a former goalie. We talk about the importance of practicing the mental side of your game and some of the tips and tricks to help in doing so. We also talk about the importance of establishing a proper routine for various situations.
006 - How to Be a More Efficient Goalie21 May 202400:30:34
The show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod006 We want your listener questions! Leave us a text or audio question at https://thediygoalie.com/podcast to be featured on a future episode. This week is the first solo episode with host Nathan Park, who goes through talking about how to be a more efficient goalie. Goaltending is a game of millimeters and milliseconds, so anything we do to add distance or time increases the chances of getting scored on. Listen to how you can work towards improving your game by being more efficient!
005 - How Excessive Phone Usage Affects Performance with Larissa Mills14 May 202400:42:09
You can visit the show notes at https://thediygoalie.com/pod005. We sit down with behaviour management expert Larissa Mills from the Mental Game Academy talking about how excessive phone and social media use affects performance. Although there is a lot of good that has come from advancements in technology, there are a lot of negative consequences when being exposed to significant social media and phone usage, especially for high end athletes. Learn about how to establish healthy phone habits, how to increase cognitive function, and how to develop more socialization in you or your athlete!
031 - The Importance of Positioning and Dealing With a Tough Coaching Situation12 Nov 202400:47:38
Show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod031 This week we go through the drill of the month: the five colour vermicelli bowl (https://thediygoalie.com/drill/five-colour-vermicelli-bowl). We also explore two segments: one where Connor brings up a concern from a goalie parent that was brought up about playing time at a young age and how to deal with it; and one where we dive into how important positioning is for a save since reaction times to these shots are so quick.
004 - Conversation with a Blind Hockey Goalie with Nelson Rego07 May 202400:52:38
View the show notes at https://thediygoalie.com/pod004. In this episode we sit down with goaltender Nelson Rego from the Edmonton SeeHawks and discuss the sport of blind hockey, the opportunities it presents, and how the sport is growing.
003 - Strength and Flexibility for Higher Performance w Chris Sharkey30 Apr 202400:56:51

For episode show notes, head to https://thediygoalie.com/pod003.  In this episode we talk to performance coach Chris Sharkey of Shark Bodies Fitness on building a foundation for strength and flexibility. We also go through what is the best approach for different age groups and different points of the season when it comes to off-ice training.

002 - Perspective From an NHL Shooting Coach with Tim Turk23 Apr 202401:00:16

For show notes and resources, head to https://thediygoalie.com/pod002  We have a jam packed episode with lots of insight from certified beauty and NHL shooting coach Tim Turk. We touch on things such as triggers to look for from shooters, analytics of the game, what countries around the world are doing to develop their goalies, how to better study your own game, and more!  This episode is a must listen for goalies, but also for anyone involved with the game of hockey.

001 - Nutrition for Increased On Ice Performance with Michael Fouts16 Apr 202400:42:55

For episode show notes and resources, head to https://thediygoalie.com/001  We discuss with registered dietician and owner of Leverage Nutrition Michael Fouts. With nutrition being a big part of high level performance, we dive in to some topics on how to make proper nutrition choices easy and simple.  We also touch on some gameday timing and some nutrition tips for tournament weekend, late night games (for you beer league goalies), and other important information on properly fueling your body.

000 - Introduction to The DIY Goalie Podcast14 Apr 202400:02:14

A brief description of  what to expect from The DIY Goalie podcast and who the host of the show, Nathan Park, is.

030 - Solutions to Better Systemic Goalie Development05 Nov 202400:51:15
Show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod030 This week we follow up last week's episode--where we asked some questions about Canada's minor hockey system--with some solutions as to how we would like goalie development to be approached in Canada.
029 - Is There a Goaltending Problem in Canada?29 Oct 202401:16:47

Show notes available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod029  Connor and Nathan explore the statistics behind Canadian goalies at the NHL level and dive into the systemic issues that plague Canadian goalie development. We go through some of the improvements we would like to see.

028 - Building a Pre-Game Routine22 Oct 202400:52:20
Show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod028 Connor tackles a solo episode this week with an introduction of a new segment: the drill of the month. The Tennessee Two Step warm up drill is a good way to get some warm up movements in while working on tracking and save execution. Connor also talks about creating a pre-game routine and why it's important for our game.
027 - How to Build Goalie Drills and Practice Plans15 Oct 202400:45:08
For a great platform to build drills and practice plans, head to https://thediygoalie.com/coachthem and use code INFLUENCE_10OFF for 10% off your subscription. Show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod027 This week is another solo episode from Nathan who goes into the approach of building goalie drills and practice plans. We dive into how to create a plan going into building drills and what to consider when putting it all together.
026 - Tips for a Successful New Hockey Season08 Oct 202400:48:39
Show notes available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod026 Connor and Nathan help to prepare you for the season ahead with a few tips for success. We go over our pillars of goaltending to help develop a consistent foundation, we touch on how to talk with your coaches about creating a better environment for your goalies, and a few other things to help you prepare for the season ahead!
025 - Goalie Predictions for the 2024/25 NHL Season01 Oct 202401:15:42
Show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod025. This week Connor and Nathan put forward some predictions for the 2024/25 NHL for winners of the Vezina and Jennings trophies, potential Calder conversation goalies, cup winners, and other categories. This was a fun exercise that will sure to cause lots of disagreement! Share with us your thoughts on Facebook, Instagram, or Youtube!
035 - How to Deal With Mistakes and Why We Became Goalie Coaches10 Dec 202401:04:52

Show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod035

In this week's episode, we go through our drill of the month, the five puck tracking sequence (https://thediygoalie.com/drill/five-puck-tracking-sequence). Connor and Nathan then dive into how to properly deal with mistakes and shifting to have a better mindset around them. They also go into why they became hockey goalies and why they became goalie coaches.

036 - Preparing for Life After Hockey with Joaquin Gage17 Dec 202400:58:09

Show notes can be found at https://thediygoalie.com/pod036 

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This week we have former NHL goaltender Joaquin Gage on with us to discuss his pro career and transitioning to life after hockey. Now a media personality in the Edmonton area as well as a financial advisor, Joaquin shares the importance of planning for what comes after your playing career is over.

037 - Conversation with a Goalie Mask Artist with Jordon Bourgeault24 Dec 202401:05:08

Show notes can be found at https://thediygoalie.com/pod037

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This week, we were very fortunate to have Jordon Bourgeault of JBo Airbrush sit down with us and discuss the behind the scenes of painting masks. He tells us a bit about the process, who he has worked with, his social media journey, and some of the other cool things he has on the go. For purveyors of really sick goalie helmet art, this episode is for you!

039 - Injury Prevention and the Importance of Taking a Break07 Jan 202500:49:14

Show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod039

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This week we tackle the topic of preventing injuries and the importance of having a post-game routine. We also dive into the importance of stepping away from the game every now and then and that it's okay to have a break from hockey.

038 - The Importance of Networking and Is Spring Hockey Worth It?31 Dec 202400:54:35

Show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod038

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This week we dive into how the hockey community is small and why networking as you go is incredibly important. Don't be afraid to start a conversation and get to know the people around you in the hockey world. It could lead to some cool things! We also talk about our thoughts on spring hockey and if it is something that is worth pursuing.

044 - How to Get Coach Buy In for Goalie Development and Fear Setting11 Feb 202500:55:05

Show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod044

This week we answer a listener question about how to get head and assistant coaches to buy in for goalie development on your team. We also talk about a Tim Ferriss concept called fear setting and how it can apply to goaltending.

043 - Don't Do What the Pros Do and the Different Paths to Pro Hockey04 Feb 202501:04:23

Show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod043

On this week's episode, we provide a drill of the month for February. We also dive into why goalies shouldn't be trying to copy the game of their favourite pros and how it can actually hinder their game. We also discuss different avenues goalies can go to get to playing at the pro level, especially in Canada.

042 - The Role of the Backup Goalie and What Being an EBUG is Like28 Jan 202500:50:12

Show notes can be found at https://thediygoalie.com/pod042

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This week we dive into everything about back up goalies! We talk about the role of a back up, how to make the most of being in a back up role, and also talk about Nathan's experience as an emergency back up goalie (EBUG) for the Edmonton Oilers.

041 - The Path to Playing Pro Hockey with Luke Lush22 Jan 202501:13:27

Show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod041 

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This week, Connor sits down with ECHL goalie Luke Lush to take about his journey to pro hockey, his gear preferences, his shift towards goalie coach, and so much more. Luke provides a ton of valuable insight that goalies of all ages will be able to learn from.

040 - Becoming More Strategic and How to Improve Your Movement14 Jan 202500:53:59

Show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod040

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This week we dive into how strategy can play a part in your success and why preparing for different teams' systems can help you gain a competitive edge. We also provide some tips on how you can improve your movement so you can move around the crease better.

045 - The Most Under Used Tool by Goalies and Why Video is Important18 Feb 202500:45:57

Show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod045

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This week, we talk about one of the adjustments Nathan made in his career that made one of the biggest impacts to his Junior playing career. Listen to find out what one of the most under used tools goalies have is. We also talk about the importance of video and the changes it can help bring to your game.

051 - Approaching Goaltending Scientifically with Dr. Jamie Phillips01 Apr 202501:15:19

Show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod051

This week we sit down with former pro goalie Dr. Jamie Phillips, who has a doctorate in physiotherapy and co-hosts the Goalie Science podcast. Dr. Phillips provides us with insights on his approach to playing the position and coaching goalies, as well as shedding some light on how your approach off the ice can really help with performance and injury prevention.

050 - Creating a Development Plan for Minor Hockey Goalies with Evan Kurylo25 Mar 202501:12:31

Show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod050

This week we sit down with the Director of Goaltending of the KC North elite stream in Edmonton, Evan Kurylo. Evan sits down and talks about his research based approach to creating a development program, which provides a unique perspective on how we can ensure goalie's get the development they deserve.

049 - The Importance of Collaboration in Goalie Development with Justin Goldman18 Mar 202501:13:26

Show notes are available at https://thediygoalie.com/pod049

This week we were fortunate to be joined by Justin Goldman of the Goalie Guild who provided some awesome insight into a variety of topics, including why having a collaborative environment is better for overall goalie development. We also chat about Justin's other projects, such as the Lift the Mask program and the Power Within series of books he has authored.

048 - Making Income Related to Goaltending11 Mar 202501:05:50

Show notes can be found at https://thediygoalie.com/pod048

This week we go through a list of things you can do to make money related to goaltending. Whether it's through your own business idea, a career, or even getting play to play goalie, these are things you can do to help boost your personal balance sheet. 

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