Episode 293 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic, information packed interview with pro goalie and coach Connor LaCouvee.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, LaCouvee returns three years after his InGoal debut to catch us up on life as a pro in Slovakia, as well as his ongoing transition to doing more goalie coaching, and how the two complement each other. From discussions on Goalie IQ and how to develop it, understanding the difference between how a player sees us as goalies and how we see ourselves, how to bets use a journal to guide your own improvement, what "edge work" really means, and how coaching can help young goalies get better, this thing is loaded.

If you want to reach Connor to learn more about his coaching find him on social here:
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https://instagram.com/lacouveegoaltending/

https://x.com/connorlacouvee

https://youtube.com/lacouveegoaltending

In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we talk about "how much is too much" when it comes to spring and summer plans for your young goalie, what factors should go into those decisions, and why "my goalie want to do it" isn't always a good reason to let them.

We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features a quick return of Cam Talbot, who has talked about his use of Vizual Edge, and a look at some of the important factors in skate-or-slide decisions on rush chances with lateral pass options.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports to look at Warrior's new suspenders, which include enough features to have non-suspender wearing Woody intrigued.

Episode 292 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fun and informative conversation with Matt Zaba, goalie coach of AHL Colorado Eagles.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Zaba shares insights from his playing days, which included time (and 1 NHL game) with Henrik Lundqvist and Benoit Allaire before finishing up in Europe, as well as lessons from the transition to coaching, which includes time in the USHL and NCAA before taking the job with the Colorado Avalanche franchise, and his work on the private side with the Mountain High Hockey Goalie Club (and their entertaining social media accounts). Loaded with advice from all aspects of Zaba's many experiences, this is a can't miss interview.

In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we talk about scouts, why it's important for goalie parents to understand how it works at various levels, and not chase them.

We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Joey Daccord of the Seattle Kraken with another excellent video breakdown session, this time talking net play.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the Sportmask goalie mask lineup, from mid to high price points, and even an option for ringette.

Episode 291 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features the return of Calgary Flames AHL and goalie development coach Mackenzie Skapski.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Skapski shares insights from his first two and a half seasons with the Flames, which followed a five-year pro career that included playing two games (with a .978 save percentage) for the New York Rangers, some of the scoring trends he's seeing at the highest levels and how the Flames goalie department has worked guys like Dustin Wolf and Devin Cooley to adapt their tactics to those evolving attacks. It's a fascinating discussion that gets into everything from the special working relationship with Calgary director of goaltending Jordan Sigalet and Flames goalie coach Jason LaBarbera, to finer details of depth management and the need to start thinking of it in east-west terms as well as north-south.

In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we talk goalie masks, the importance of a good fit, and how those options have changed dramatically in the past decade.

We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which features Charlie Lindgren walking us through a power play and why important "scanning" habits should start at an early age.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the CCM AXIS F9 Mask, which includes impact-absorbing D3O smart foam in a second price point option.

Episode 290 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features 12-year NHL veteran Cam Talbot of the Detroit Red Wings.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Talbot shares great advice and insights into working with new voices and incorporating new ideas when you work with a new goalie coach, something he's done a lot with four different teams over the past four seasons. He explains what ideas have stuck and remained a part of his game now during a great starts with the Red Wings, and how his work with Vizual Edge has led to two NHL All Star Game appearances in the past three seasons, as well as how he uses it daily during the season and how specifically it has helped.

In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we dig a little deeper into finding the right balance when you are trying to be both a goalie coach and parent to your child.

We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, which also appropriately features Talbot and a breakdown on the importance of knowing handedness while killing penalties, as well as the keys to a good lateral push when that includes a one-time option on the backdoor.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the new True Catalyst PX5 gloves and blocker, featuring the all new Opti-Angle.

Episode 289 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Washington Capitals goalie and Vezina Trophy candidate Logan Thompson.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Thompson talked to us a day before signing his six-year, $35.1 million contract extension about why his transition to Washington has gone so smoothly, as well as about a tactical adjustment that started late last season with the Vegas Golden Knights, the importance of past relationships to his success now, and more.

In the Parent Segment, presented by Stop It Goaltending U the App, we reviewed the top-5 annoying trends for goalie parents and how to manage them.

We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, featuring a double dip of goalie video review sessions with both Alex Lyon and Vizual Edge user Joseph Woll.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the new True Catalyst PX5 pads with diamond glide.

Episode 288 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features ex-NHL goalie former long-time Dallas Stars goalie coach Mike Valley.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, Valley walks us through highlights of his latest book, The Power Within III, co-authored with Justin Goldman of The Goalie Guild, sharing anecdotes and highlights from his interviews with a wide range of goalies and goalie coaches. From Tim Thomas inviting multiple equipment companies to bring him new skates to test three games into his Stanley Cup Championship playoff run, to Mitch Korn working with Dominik Hasek and stories from Bill Ranford, Sean Burke, Brian Elliott, Thomas Magnusson, Alfie Michaud, Jeremy Swayman and Hannu Nykvist, the interview is loaded with great advice and insights.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we talk about drills that can help goalies — and their teammates — get warmed up properly and quickly with a focus on minor hockey where warm up time on ice is so limited.

We also review this week's Pro Reads, which is presented by Vizual Edge, featuring freshly minted AHL All Star Devon Levi of the Buffalo Sabres with some great advice on when to use paddle down.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the new Vaughn VX1 pants and subtle improvements on an already popular pant among NHL goalies.

Episode 287 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features Stanley Cup-winning goalie Darcy Kuemper of the Los Angeles Kings.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena,we get quick but information-packed insights into the evolution of a Stanley Cup champion. From technical to tactical, including the benefits of adding "motion" to start a resurgent season with the Kings, Kuemper shares insights into the approach that has allowed him to continue growing as a goalie throughout a 13-year career, as well as what some of the most important changes have been.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we talk about a great off ice training tool that will make you a better goaltender - and just might prevent the odd head shot.

We also review this week's Pro Reads, which is presented by Vizual Edge, featuring freshly minted AHL All Star Devin Cooley of the Calgary Flames with some great advice for managing a 2-on-1.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a look at the new Vaughn VX1 Chest protector, which improves protection and solves an old fitting problem.

Episode 286 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features two great PWHL interviews: Carly Jackson of the Toronto Sceptres and Sandra Abstreiter of the Montreal Victoire.

In the feature interview presented by NHL Sense Arena, we get two different perspectives on -- and paths to -- playing in the PWHL from Abstreiter, who is from Germany and did not start playing goal until she was 15 years old (!!!), and Jackson, who last appeared on InGoal Radio after winning the final PHF championship with the Toronto Six. The interviews are loaded with great stories, anecdotes and advice from both goalies on everything from mindset to technique, including a great discussion with Jackson on how her game -- and in particular, her stance -- has evolved in a season and a half since that championship, and how those changes have been fuelled not only by new coaching voices but also the importance of learning from new playing partners.

In our Parents Segment, presented by the Stop It Goaltending U app, we share the often overlooked reality of being traded -- and all that comes with it -- playing junior hockey.

We also review this week's Pro Reads, which is presented by Vizual Edge, featuring Joey Daccord of the Seattle Kraken with some great advice on when to skate and when to slide on low-high plays.

And in our weekly gear segment, we go to The Hockey Shop Source for Sports for a deep dive into the new Vaughn VX1 pads and gloves, which includes a pretty big departure for a Velocity pad.