Great goaltending does not end with skill and technique. These are only the basic foundations of strong goaltending. What separates great goalies from good goalies is mental toughness. Success is not handed down or stumbled upon; it is earned.

My name is Alain Shank; I arrived from Canada in February of 2007. In the process of completing my Dip-Ed for Primary teaching at Newcastle University. For the last 10 years I have been actively teaching goaltenders of all ages (beginners, competitive, Junior B, Junior A, and University levels) in Canada.

Since my arrival here in Australia I have created goalie programs for 5 Newcastle goalies. Two of whom have made the NSW state teams for Bantam, and Under 23. Just recently I have been asked to work with the AIHL North stars goaltenders, and will be starting a program for goalies in Canterbury beginning Sunday July 29.

If you have any further questions about goalie training do not hesitate to contact me at 04-20-398-268, or via email at inthecrease34@hotmail.com
Goalie Tip#1: The ability to skate and keep your balance within your crease is the key component to the development of becoming a good goaltender. So remember to always work in your crease area a minimum of 5 minutes per training session.

Alain Shank

CLUB DEVELOPMENT SESSIONS

SYDNEY BEARS
Macquarie Ice Rink
Tuesdays 5.30 pm - 7.30 pm (school term only)
$20.00 per session
Contact: John Harvey president@sydneybears.com.au

NORWEST EMPERORS
Sydney Ice Arena
Sundays 8.00 am - 10.00 am
Wednesday Afternoons from 5.45 pm - 7.15 pm
$13.00 per session
Contact rink: 9659 5557

CANTERBURY EAGLES
Canterbury Olympic Ice Rink
Saturdays 12:45 pm - 2:15 pm
Sundays 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
$15.00 per session, all gear supplied

LIVERPOOL SAINTS
Liverpool Catholic Club Ice Rink
Saturdays 7.15 am - 8.15 am
$5.00 per session
Contact: Andy 0400 876 444

PENRITH PHANTOMS
Penrith Ice Palace
Wednesday 5.30 pm - 7.00 pm
Fridays from 6.45pm to 7.45pm
$15.00 per session
Contact: Ros 02 4733 2611

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