Congratulations to LT on signing a big 6 year extension with the Washington Capitals! Hoping he'll exchange those dollars for real money, sooner than later!

Shout out to Evan Donnelly who has been on fire this season! The Trails West goaltender posted back-to-back shutouts in his last two games, playing a key role in his team’s tournament victory. Evan has been a standout leader in our Wednesday morning ISD program at Cardel Rec South. His relentless work ethic and lead-by-example attitude make him an invaluable part of the group. Congratulations, Evan—keep up the great work!

Congratulations to Dylan Lavallee on being named AEHL U13 AA Calgary Division Player of the Month! Dylan capped off the month with an impressive 4-1 record, posting a 1.68 GAA and a .952 save percentage. He has solidified himself as one of the top goaltenders in the U13 AA division, with his leadership and stellar play helping propel CNHA Gold to the top of the Calgary Division. Well done, Dylan—you earned this!

Carson Roberts of the Bow Valley Timberwolves was outstanding in his last two games. After stepping in as relief in the third period against the Red Deer Elks, he stopped all eight shots he faced to shut the door. Carson then backstopped his team to a hard-fought 3-2 win against the Calgary Northstars Gold, despite being outshot 31-21. Great work, Carson—keep it up!

Logan Thompson has been outstanding this season for the Washington Capitals, often proving to be their best player. This week, LT went nine consecutive periods without allowing a goal. It all began with a 4-1 win over the Nashville Predators, where Logan made 32 saves, surrendering just one goal in the second period. He then posted back-to-back shutouts against the Anaheim Ducks and Ottawa Senators, stopping 19 and 24 shots, respectively. Last night, against the Pittsburgh Penguins, he turned aside 18 of 19 shots, with the lone goal coming early in the third period. LT currently boasts a 21-2-3 record with a .925 save percentage and a 2.09 GAA. The Washington Capitals will be in Calgary on January 28th—we can't wait to see Logan in action live!

Mackie Strachan kicked off 2025 in spectacular fashion, turning aside 48 of 50 shots to lead the Okotoks Oilers to a 4-2 victory over the NWCAA Bruins. Strachan has displayed remarkable consistency in recent months, combining elite attention to detail with exceptional composure to solidify his reputation as a top-tier goaltender in the AEHL U18 AA division.

Dylan Lavallee remains a standout in the AEHL U13 AA division. After closing out the 2024 calendar year with two stellar performances, he carried his momentum into 2025 with a crucial win against the CNHA Green. Despite being outshot 36-21, Lavallee's strong play helped CNHA Gold secure a 3-1 victory. Lavallee currently boasts a 7-3-1 record, a solid 2.14 GAA, and a league-leading .946 save percentage.

Chase Miles of the Bow Valley Timberwolves was outstanding last weekend, backstopping his team to a hard-fought shutout victory over the Red Deer Steel King Chiefs. Despite being outshot 37-19 over 60 minutes, the Timberwolves emerged with a 2-0 win, thanks to Miles' exceptional performance. The Canmore native currently boasts a 7-3-1 record, a stellar 1.70 GAA, and an impressive .951 save percentage in the AEHL U15 AA league.

This past weekend, Derrick Ford demonstrated why he’s a dominant force between the pipes, securing back-to-back wins with a goaltending masterclass, earning HJHL Player of the Week honours. He silenced Cochrane with an incredible .976 save percentage and followed it up with a superb .941 save percentage in the victory over Red Deer, showcasing unmatched focus and skill.

Jaewon Song from Yonsei University Korea is in town for some training this week. Focus of the day: Extension/Retraction with Change in Direction (DOM).

Huge shout out goes out to Cole Prelusky on being named Best Goaltender and making it to the First Team All Star for this year's Circle K Classic 2024-2025. Prelusky plays for the Calgary IHA U18 Prep team in the CSSHL. This season, Cole is also signed as an AP with the AJHL Olds Grizzlys and is a WHL Victoria Royals draft-pick. Cole was first introduced to us, when he was 9 years old, by Adin Hill.

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Boston Combine June 23rd-25th, 2025 We are excited to provide high-quality goalie development, both on and off the ice, at the College Combine in Boston, hosted by Team WestCan. This unique event will feature 80 of the top female athletes born in 2009 and 2010, offering an invaluable opportunity to showcase their skills and gain insight into the collegiate hockey experience. Participants will take part in: -College-run practices designed to replicate the collegiate hockey experience. -Showcase games where talent meets opportunity, attracting attention from college scouts and coaches. -Recruiting and coaching seminars to expand knowledge of the college experience and the recruiting process. -Campus tours to explore potential future homes for academic and athletic success. For more information, contact Team WestCan today!

The Team WestCan 2025 Spring Development schedule has been released, and @Nic will return as the goaltending coach for the 10th consecutive year. Team WestCan Female Elite Hockey Development is a premier athlete training program dedicated to helping female hockey players reach the next level in their careers. Over the past decade, the program has consistently provided athletes with the skills, knowledge, and techniques needed to succeed as college-level players. Team WestCan carefully selects showcase teams comprised of top-tier athletes who excel not only on the ice but also in academics and leadership. These players demonstrate a commitment to excellence both on and off the ice. After 10 successful years, Team WestCan boasts an impressive track record of athletes who have graduated from their college promotion program and gone on to compete and commit to NCAA and U Sports organizations.

Carlos Siso and the Calvin Knights clinched the Grand Rapids Sports Hall of Fame Tournament title on Saturday with a 3-1 victory over Grand Valley State University in the championship final! This marks the first time Calvin has won the GRSHOF Tournament, now in its third year. Daniel Siso, Carlos' younger brother and an EGC summer shooter, opened the scoring just nine minutes into the first period. Congratulations to both brothers on this fantastic achievement!

In the latest ISD video-call session, Justin and @Nic discussed the week's on-ice focus: battling and competing. While we often emphasize developing efficiency and effectiveness, there are moments in a game—whether due to our own mistakes or circumstances beyond our control—where goalies must step out of their comfort zones to make a save. This is the essence of Battle & Compete Day. In such situations, goalies must master three critical areas: mental, technical, and tactical. Mental Focus Goalies need an unyielding mentality: no matter what, they must stop the puck. This means refusing to let a bad situation dictate whether a goal is scored. This drive comes from the heart—a relentless determination to do whatever it takes to keep the puck out of the net. Without this mindset, goalies cannot thrive in challenging situations. Technical Execution We examined two specific scenarios during the session: When the puck is behind the goaltender In these moments, the way a goalie moves through their crease to regain coverage differs significantly from when the puck is in front. This is where the "fall-back" technique comes into play—a skill Adin Hill has mastered. Think of "The Save" from Game 1 of the 2023 Stanley Cup Finals against the Florida Panthers. It’s a prime example of this technique in action. When the puck is in front of the goaltender, but they are behind the play In such scenarios, the "spread" technique becomes essential. This technique maximizes lateral coverage while enabling the goalie to use their hands effectively to smother pucks that might otherwise elevate over them. Both Adin Hill and Logan Thompson are excellent examples of goalies adept at this approach. Tactical Awareness Lastly, we discussed the tactical aspects of these techniques. While understanding the need for the fall-back or spread techniques is crucial, knowing when to execute them is equally important. For instance, falling back too early or too late leaves the goaltender highly vulnerable. Proper timing, combined with precise technical execution, is the key to success in these high-pressure moments. https://evolutiongoaltending.com/members

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Congratulations to goaltender Ben Polhill, who has been named the Bruins’ Player of the Month for November, presented by Domino’s Estevan! Polhill was a cornerstone for the team throughout the month, starting in eight of the Bruins’ 10 games and leading them to a 4-3-1 record. He posted an impressive 3.00 goals-against average and a .914 save percentage during this stretch!

Daniel Hauser, goaltender for the Wenatchee Wild, secured two impressive wins this weekend. On Friday the 13th, Hauser delivered a stellar performance against the Everett Silvertips, stopping 38 of 40 shots and earning first-star honors. The following night, he was equally dominant against the Kelowna Rockets, making 40 saves on 41 shots to claim his 7th win of the season.

After earning his first shutout of the season, Mackie Strachan continues to shine, securing a 3-2 victory against the Foothills Bisons despite his team being outshot 29-15. The U18 AA Okotoks Oilers goaltender has had an outstanding December, consistently being a difference-maker in every game.