EMHA Making Big Moves for Goaltending, News, U15-B - Lynne Stone Funeral Home, U15 (Elmvale Minor Hockey)

News Article
News Article Image
Organization | Jan 08, 2026 | Mike Kelly | 188 views
EMHA Making Big Moves for Goaltending
๐Ÿฅ… BIG MOVES FOR GOALTENDING

Elmvale Minor Hockey is Investing in Our Goalies — Present & Future

Elmvale Minor Hockey is proud to announce major enhancements to our goaltender programming, designed to better support young athletes, coaches, and teams at every level.

Stay tuned for this season's schedule coming soon.


๐Ÿ”ฅ THIS SEASON – STARTING NOW (2025–26)
No Cost. No Barriers. All Development.

โœ… 2 “Intro to Goaltending” Events

·       Perfect for players curious about the position

·       A fun, low-pressure way to try the crease

โœ… 3-Session Goaltender Development Program

·       Delivered by 3rd Party (360 Goaltending)

·       Focused on age-appropriate skills, confidence, and fundamentals

โœ… Goaltender Practice Plans & Video Resources

         Provided to all coaching staffs

         Helps teams support goalies during regular practices

โœ… Goaltender Rotation for U7–U9 Teams

         Ensures equal opportunity

         Builds confidence and early development

         Aligns our programming with the Hockey Canada Player Pathways

๐Ÿ’ก Our goal this season: expose, support, and develop goaltenders — at no cost to families.


๐Ÿš€ NEXT SEASON – RAISING THE STANDARD (2026–27)
Building a Stronger, Smarter Goaltending Foundation

๐Ÿ”’ 10-Session Goaltender Development Program

         No cost to families

         Delivered by a dedicated goaltending partner (TBD)

๐ŸŽ“ Mandatory Goaltending Education

         At least one coach per team will take the NCMP Goaltending Instructional Clinic through the OMHA

๐Ÿงค New Quick-Change Goaltending Equipment

         Available for U7, U8, and U9 teams

         Makes trying goaltending easier and faster than ever

๐Ÿ’ฐ $200 Equipment Credit for Qualifying U11–U18 Goalies

         Helps offset the cost of pads, sticks, or other goalie gear

๐Ÿ”„ Mandatory Goaltender Rotation for U7–U9 Teams

         Ensures equal opportunity and skill growth for all players

         Aligns our programming with the Hockey Canada Player Pathways

         Develops more well-rounded players, and allows players positional flexibility moving forward


๐Ÿ’ WHY THIS MATTERS

โœ” More confident young goalies
โœ” Better-prepared coaches
โœ” Increased participation at early ages
โœ” A stronger, more sustainable program for the future