my sons goalie style

flutterboy · Squirt Joined: 21 Nov 2009 Posts: 3

Here is my problem, my son who is 12 cannot "butterfly" and because he doesn't have any "style" coaches will not pick him and therefore he is playing B again this year. But here is the fact, the coach he has for the last three years loves the fact that no none picks him because his coach wants him. My son's stlye is simply "I have to stop the puck no matter what", and in that he does it very well. He is the guy you want in the net in the final game of the playoffs or tournamament. But it is not advancing him to A or above.He played Lacrosse as a goalie and now has adapted that style for his on ice play. The butterfly is out the window so how can I train him in the hybrid style that he tends to use and what type of pads should I get him? Thanks for the help.

itechwarrior · Posted: Sat Nov 21, 2009 3:27 pm Post subject:

Hey there..

Style? Look at Tim Thomas, he has no real style other than absolute athleticism.

If your son does as good as you're telling us without a set style, he would get picked up by a better team. I have a feeling you being the father, are inflating his ability a little bit. Which is normal, but makes it hard to make a real judgment call.

He's 12 years old, he can do anything he's taught. He CAN butterfly, he just needs to learn to do so.

Send him to a goalie coach who teaches a butterfly blocking technique, most do these days. If you want him to be a hybrid style goalie it's best to be taught all styles, and he will adapt.

Remember he's 12. He's got lots of time to learn.

Arthriticbutterflystyle · Posted: Sat Nov 21, 2009 3:29 pm Post subject:

Tell the coaches in the A leagues they're idiots for turning down your son. Imagine if Marty Brodeur hadn't persisted on not butterflying.

Anyways, there's several hybrid pads on the market. Vaughn Velocities are supposed to be one of them. Best way to find out is just to go to a hockey shop or phone one and explain to them what you said to us then ask about which pads would be best.

Fullright · College Joined: 27 Oct 2009 Posts: 32 Location: chicago

Yeah, I agree wholeheartedly with Arthritic. Let your son develop his own style. There is no right or wrong way. Regarding a goaltending coach, dont have him hooked up with someone who insists he knows "best". Your kid's head will get all screwed up w/ someone who tries to ram a style down his throat. The coach should expose him to the techniques of all styles, emphasize the fundamentals applicable to all styles, and let his own style evolve.

Your son is an individual and there is no "cookie cutter" approach to playing goal. Otherwise, anyone could play net.
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flutterboy · Squirt Joined: 21 Nov 2009 Posts: 3

Thanks guys for the response and tips. I went out today and got him RBKs (turko break )and we went up two inches from 32 to 34. I always knew his old pads were too small but he liked them that way. Maybe know his butterfly will be better, As for his goalie coach thats me,,,,,and as I am a goalie I just look at the way he plays and then we practice on what he needs.He has been to all the schools and they just don't suit him and I am tired of paying out the money. So i bought some artificial ice.I hope this helps.I try not to push him, but at times its hard. My wife tells me that he needs to grow some muscle, he is 5 feet 8 . In the beginning he won two awards for being the best goalie, so I know how good he is. Does anyone know how Brodeur trains? Once again thanks for the help and advice.

itechwarrior · Posted: Sat Nov 21, 2009 9:47 pm Post subject:

he's 12, he shouldn't be weight training.

puckstopper135 · Posted: Sun Nov 22, 2009 5:11 am Post subject:

Returning2MyNet · Minors Joined: 09 Mar 2009 Posts: 379

news flash:
this is your sons style.
In the late 80's as goalies remedied the plight of being burned on the low shot with the butterfly, a revolution took place. Goalies who went down were no longer shuned and put off.
Now with more goals being scored high, goalie who stay up or "play a balanced style" or believe it or not "cover the top of the net" are gaining traction.
your son is 12.
let him play his way. Do not corrupt him with a camp because you think he needs a "style".
Encourage him to maintain his angles and to keep doing what works for him.
Dont worry about travel, unless he is. He may be happiest playing HS hockey instead of midgets.
sit back, and enjoy, help if asked but he is likely fine.
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flutterboy · Squirt Joined: 21 Nov 2009 Posts: 3

Thanks for all the advice(unecessary I might add) I guess this forum lets people make assumptions as any forum would. I gave insight into my sons style asked for pads to wear and then asked if there was any drills out there for the hybrid goalie and asked if anyone knew how brodeur trained. but instead I got "motherly advice" So once again thanks, but I would rather appreciate the comments to what I am asking and not assumptions you are making.

itechwarrior · Posted: Wed Nov 25, 2009 6:05 pm Post subject:

That might of been your initial intention but, that's not how it came across.

You didn't merely ask the question, you gave a synopsis of the situation. What do you expect people to do? If you want a simple answer, ask a simple question.

Maybe you need the motherly advice.

Returning2MyNet · Minors Joined: 09 Mar 2009 Posts: 379

puckstopper135 · Posted: Thu Nov 26, 2009 2:43 am Post subject:

Arthriticbutterflystyle · Posted: Thu Nov 26, 2009 4:59 am Post subject:

Not to mention Reeboks are typically butterfly pads. they don't leave much room for any other style as they're built primarly for butterfly goalies like Fluery and company. If you ask for advice, try to listen to it. If you make a statement, expect people to comment. If you don't follow advice you asked for and you don't want people responding to statements...find another forum.

And PS...stop being a *****...before I have to start deleting your posts too.

puckstopper135 · Posted: Thu Nov 26, 2009 12:27 pm Post subject:

Sorry

I can't help it sometimes.