What gear do NHL goalies wear?

What gear do NHL goalies wear?

Goalies wear a helmet, throat protector, neck guard, chest protector, special padded goalie pants (that look like padded shorts), a glove, a blocker, a jock or jill, pads on their legs, skates, and use a thick goalie stick designed to protect the “5 Hole”.

When should goalies use RVH?

When facing a wraparound attempt, it’s a good time for a goalie to use the RVH to provide a very seal to the post. Additionally, the RVH provides the goaltender better sight of the puck by allowing his head to look over his pads and see the puck on the ice.

How can I be a good hockey goalie?

Tips for Goalies

1. Be on top of your b-fly meaning that you are not sitting too far back and making yourself small.
2. Chest should be up and gloves out in front to cut off higher shots.
3. Stick on ice covering five hole and in position to deflect low shots to corners.

What are the 4 depths?

Most commonly referred to as the ‘ABCs of Depth,’ goaltenders are taught that there are 4 different zones they can be in when facing a shot: A, B, C, and D. Here’s a break-down of how to hone your depth perception and never find yourself out of position in a game.

What is VH goaltending?

VH: The Definition The VH allows goaltenders to place the post-side pad in a vertical position against the post. The pad and shoulders face toward the corner and creates a seal against the post.

Where should a goalkeeper stand for a corner?

Rather than standing in the middle of the goal facing the ball you should position yourself around 2/3’s of the way towards your back post and tilt your body angle so you are in a open position – somewhere around 30 degrees is a good starting point but everyone will feel comfortable at a slightly different angle.

Where is the vertical angle on a goalie?

The Vertical Angle is located slightly above the waist of most goaltenders where the gloves are to be in position. On the shot, release the position of the player’s stick at the point of impact will begin to show how and when the puck will rise. The same goes with the Horizontal Angle.

Why is it important for goalies to manage angles?

If the biggest imperative for goaltenders is to get the core of the body in between the puck and the net, then managing angles is the most effective and efficient way to accomplish that. In every game, on every save, the goaltender is managing multiple shifting angles as the puck moves around the defensive zone.

How does a hockey goaltender position his body?

The goaltender will use the Point of Decision Making to position his/her body to eliminate the shot. The Vertical Angle is located slightly above the waist of most goaltenders where the gloves are to be in position.

What should a goalie do on a shot?

On the shot, the goalie should immediately recognize the angle that the puck is traveling otherwise known as the Puck Trajectory. This movement will enable the goaltender to react to its Vertical or Horizontal Angles.