Bedford Goaltending Development Program

28/09/2023

We had Charles Grant who has spent the past two seasons as a goaltender development coach and goaltender scout for the Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL) in for U15 tryout evaluations last night . Great to have a top evaluator of skill helping out the team of goaltender evaluators! Bedford Minor Hockey

27/09/2023

Sharing resources & drills will be a big focus this season for Bedford Blues Minor Hockey coaches and goaltenders . Every week this season we will release a goaltender training video focussing on a variety of drills , skills etc. This week we take a look a advanced edgework drill with a stick control focus!

This drill focuses on goaltender working on ice lower body edge control and activating proper rotation and control use of stick while recovering and beating ...

25/09/2023

Shoutout to some Bedford Blues Goaltending Alumni cracking rosters of elite level teams !

Professional
Olafr Schmidt (Beitigheim Steelers , German Professional , DEL2)

Canadian University (CIS)
Brendan Cregan (Guelph University , OUA/CIS )
Nolan Boyd (York University , OUA/CIS)

NCAA US College
Thomson Phinney ( Chatham University , NCAA )

US Junior
Ian Porter (Worschrster Railers , EHL )

Nova Scotia Major U18
Jackson Hurley ( Dartmouth Steele Subarus , U18 Major)
Carter Aguirre (Valley Wildcats , U18 Major )

Nova Scotia Minor U18
Will Devereux (Fundy , U18 Minor)
Payson Stewart (Basin Armada , U18 Minor )

07/09/2023

Try Goaltending sessions announced!

BDMHA is pleased to offer some Try Goalie sessions to start the season.

Space is limited to 20 goalies per session with first priority given to goalies from within the BDMHA boundaries. If space remains, we'll happily extend the invitation to others to join us!

The sessions will be led by Jack Hartigan, professional goaltending instructor.

We will have Pads, Gloves & Sticks for all goalies as well as goalie chest protectors for most.
Each player should come with their full regular equipment bag as they will need most of it.
We will have volunteers on hand to assist the parents & players in getting the young goalies dressed and on the ice.
If you have your own equipment, you're welcome and encouraged to use it.

Ages and times are as follows:

Saturday, Sept 16 @ HRM 4-Pad
U7 Intro to Goalie 1:15pm - 2:15pm
U9 Intro to Goalie 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Register here: https://forms.gle/AAKHhhMbL15ePVry8

Saturday, Sept 23 @ HRM 4-Pad
U9 Intro to Goalie 12:15pm - 1:15pm
U11 Intro to Goalie 1:15pm - 2:15pm
Register here: https://forms.gle/thVVqKjHfgWDtrgU6

Note:
All registrants will receive an email confirmation when they sign up.

Please plan to arrive 30 minutes prior to the start time of your session.

Any questions can be directed to Chris Snide, BDMHA VP of Development.
[email protected]

03/02/2022

Big news! We have secured 5 prime time ice slots to build off this weeks 1st Bedford Goaltending Development Program Training Session.

We will be hosting these sessions at the HRM 4 Pad at 4pm starting February 11th every Friday until March Break!

The focus is simple for these sessions ! To provide subsidised , affordable , high level , competent certified goaltender development & mentorship.

We are very thankful due to a private sponsor that we are now able to offer full free programming scholarships to goaltenders who require extra fincancial support. If you fall under this category please email Jack @ [email protected]

We also are excited that we will be launching a goaltender equipment initiative to help goaltenders cut costs financially in this area on quality goaltending products! Stay tuned for additional info!

For more info & registration on our Friday program you can sign up at the link below! Slots are limited as covid restrictions remain for at least week 1.

Goaltender Development Sessions @ HRM 4 Pad February 11, 18, 25 March 4,11 4:00pm-5pm

01/02/2022

We quickly launched our subsidised morning weekly training sessions . Today was the first morning of the program. If you’re looking for more info on how to attend please visit https://finngoalie.shop/collections/camps-clinics/products/bedford-goaltending-weekly-training

Today we had Reilly Pickard goaltender for the Dalhousie Tigers mentoring and demoing !

The Bedford Goaltending Development Program has been relaunched to continue to provide Bedford/Waverley/Fall River region & beyond subsidised affordable goaltender training , subsidised equipment costs as well as training/coaching resources.

31/01/2022

Thanks to all the goaltenders who attended our first event of 2022 . Goaltenders received 2 to 1 Coach ratio coaching. Goaltenders who showed up made the most out of the free session & trained hard!

31/01/2022

We are very excited we have confirmed dates for our Weekly training program! We have locked down 6 ice times on Tuesdays! We have 14 slots at subsidised pricing! Save nearly %40 per cent thanks to our sponsors! You can check out & reserve your slot below.

We are excited to see the goaltenders out at our sold out FREE session tomorrow to relaunch the Bedford Goaltending Development Program

Join us Tuesday mornings for our weekly intensive training program! We will be covering a variety of skills with our certified staff! We are very excited to offer this pricing at a subsidised price at a savings of %42 per cent. Thanks to our sponsors! Bedford Goaltending an affordable high level tra...

30/01/2022

Program announcement & info below on our new legacy program.

We’re taking a look at our Bedford Goaltender Development Program that was established 10 years ago . With support & co-operation from BDMHA & BDMHA’s hockey professional/technical director.

Jack Hartigan & also his entire Finngoalie Hockey Training LTD. team of coaches/instructors took on the initiative to develop a fully comprehensive goaltender development program.

Much of the original programming was driven by Jacks intensive study & experience playing & coaching in Finland where at the time arguably boasted the most advanced and renowned goaltender & goaltender coach development systems in the hockey world.

Implementing and structuring a goaltender development program within a minor hockey system was the main focus. Which meant providing goaltenders with goalt tender specific training , 1 on 1 team environment goaltender specific , training group sessions , off ice support , coach education , at reduced and little to no extra cost for the goaltender. From 2011 to 2020 this was developed and executed . Not only providing competitive goaltenders the tools to progress to the next level but also recreational goaltenders to learn and enjoy the game. Initiatives were made to build first time goaltenders trying the position out a positive one.
Through the years the program received National level recognition as the gold standard for how a goaltender program could be implemented into a minor hockey system.

Here are few links from the past that featured and showcased the initiative.

Ingoal Magazine article which features the Bedford Goaltending Development Program
https://ingoalmag.com/coaching/the-importance-of-quality-goaltending-coaching-and-certification-in-minor-hockey/

Bedford Goaltending Development Program featured on Sportsnet on Primetime Sports
https://youtu.be/9qSsdSaEbBo

Featured in Goaltender Development book Between Two Worlds
https://www.thegoalieguild.com/product/betweentwoworlds/

A few of our personal favourite story’s to come out of this program include:

Brendan Cregan‘s Rise from House League to QMJHL
https://youtu.be/JNL64A7kaMs

Brendan’s story was a great one from being identified as a talented hardworking goaltender in Bantam recreation to playing at the University of Guelph.

Olafr Schmidt from Bantam AA to PRO.
Olafr is another great success story rising from a lower level Bedford competitive team to competing in top European professional hockey . Take a look at his Journey
https://thelaker.ca/schmidts-hockey-dreams-takes-him-to-germany/

Goaltenders developed through the Bedford Goaltending Development Program who have progressed to higher levels.

4 QMJHL Draft Picks (2 who were the first goaltenders drafted from Atlantic Canada)

2 goaltenders who signed with QMJHL teams as free agent after their draft year

7 Goaltenders who have played in the CJHL Junior “A” hockey

2 Goaltenders currently competing in NCAA/CIS hockey

1 currently committed to play CIS University in 2022-2023

1 currently playing professional hockey

1 goaltender currently listed on QMJHL CSR draft list

1 goaltender selected for Hockey Canadas U18 Woman’s training camp ( 4 years in program until MWF female programs were established)

We are extremely excited to be relaunching The Bedford Goaltending Development Program provided & managed by Finngoalie!

We have organised & setup some exciting development events for all goaltenders & aspiring goaltenders in the Bedford/Waverley/Fall River/Hammonds Plains region. Not just for competitive goaltenders but also recreation & new potential goaltenders.

Our first Goaltender Development Training Event will take place

Monday 4pm 4 Pad
January 31st
Goaltender Training Session
Two zones broken into age and skill calibre.
6 goaltender coaches TBA !
Thanks to a private corporate sponser this session has been paid for & is completely FREE
Register here https://finngoalie.shop/collections/camps-clinics/products/bedford-goaltending-development-program-sessions

Want to TRY GOALTENDING ! We our offering our FIRST BIG SAVE program @ our synthetic ice facility & store Finngoalie Equipment & Training Centre! Simply sign up on our booking app for Saturday January 29th anytime from 8am-1pm! Use the code: firstsave at the checkout ! Thanks to a private sponsor these sessions are completely FREE
Register here https://finngoalie.shop/collections/camps-clinics/products/synthetic-ice-training-sessions-finngoalie-training-centre

Want to sharpen your Vision & develop your goaltending skills . Drop in for our Sense Arena & Vision Training Clinic 1-2pm January 29th . This program is also FREE for goaltending . Simply use the booking APP to register! Code: vision

https://finngoalie.shop/collections/camps-clinics/products/synthetic-ice-training-sessions-finngoalie-training-centre

Bedford Goaltending Summer Training Camp announced! Click the link below to reserve your spot today enjoy %50 off code: bedford

https://finngoalie.shop/collections/camps-clinics/products/bedford-goaltending-development-program-goalie-camp

Looking for game video analysis & review. Our President & current professional goaltender coach Jack Hartigan is offering game video analysis & review for just $20 a game . This service typically costs $120+ . Can be done in person or virtually. If interested contact Jack @ [email protected]

We look forward to hosting development & programming events throughout the year stay tuned for more programming announcements!

*Note this development initiative has no affiliation to Bedford Minor Hockey. We have decided to run this program privatley through Finngoalie to properly execute training & positive user experience focussed on training for all. Use of proper guidance & leadership.
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