Book Description
This book is an indispensable guide on preparation and training techniques specifically designed for young hockey goalies. The author provides a four-year development plan, which highlights the following areas: - basic and advanced skating techniques - training methods for both on and off the ice - an evaluation of goalies - the roles of the coach The numerous color photographs, diagrams and step-bystep illustrations are complemented by an accessible but comprehensive text. For the parent of a young goalie, the amateur hockey coach, or the aspiring all-star net-minder, Hockey Goaltending for Young Players contains loads of instructional information on how to improve your goaltending skills.
About the Author
François Allaire is a goalie coach for the NHL's legendary Montreal Canadiens. He has traveled across Europe conducting clinics on how to effectively coach and train goalies. His vast experience with both young and professional players allows him to be an authoritative voice on the subject.
Hockey Goaltending for Young Players: An Instructional Guide FROM THE PUBLISHER
This book is an indispensable guide on preparation and training techniques specifically designed for young hockey goalies. The author provides a four-year development plan, which highlights the following areas: * basic and advanced skating techniques * training methods for both on and off the ice * an evaluation of goalies * the roles of the coach
The numerous color photographs, diagrams and step-bystep illustrations are complemented by an accessible but comprehensive text. For the parent of a young goalie, the amateur hockey coach, or the aspiring all-star net-minder, Hockey Goaltending for Young Players contains loads of instructional information on how to improve your goaltending skills.
About the author:
François Allaire is a goalie coach for the NHL's legendary Montreal Canadiens. He has traveled across Europe conducting clinics on how to effectively coach and train goalies. His vast experience with both young and professional players allows him to be an authoritative voice on the subject.
SYNOPSIS
A coaches and players guide on how to improve goaltending skills, providing a four year development plan, techniques, training methods, the role of the coach and evaluation methods for goalies.