Great goaltending wins hockey games. As the sport
evolves, becoming a faster, higher-scoring endeavor, goaltending becomes
more critical and far more challenging. The best goaltenders combine
awareness, technique, and physical conditioning to anticipate the
opponent’s every move.
Hockey Goaltending brings together the world’s top goaltending
coaches to create the premier resource for goalies and coaches at every
level of play. Their expertise and insight provide comprehensive
instruction on every facet of this challenging position:
- Off-ice training programs to improve reaction time, strength, flexibility, quickness, and agility
- Techniques to shut down breakaways, passouts, and wraparounds as well as power plays and odd-man rushes
- Detailed instruction on rebound control, recovery skills, and playing the puck
- Mental strategies to put you in the zone and keep you there
- On- and off-ice drills to refine your skills and elevate your play
Additionally, this special package includes a DVD of on-ice footage
emphasizing key techniques and skills of the position. From vital
tactics and strategies to a goalie’s unique equipment needs,
Hockey Goaltending is simply the most complete guide available for players who wish to excel at the game’s toughest position.
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