Author: Maurice Tanel

DON’T LET ‘SUMMER MODE’ SABOTAGE YOUR GOALIE’S SEASON

The Silent Off-Season Mistake Most Goalie Parents Make—And How to Avoid It It’s easy to relax once school’s out. The days get longer, family vacations kick in, and for many parents, “summer mode” takes over. But if you’re not careful, that same summer mindset can leave your goalie unprepared—and even vulnerable—when the season starts back […]

BE READY TO PRACTICE SMARTER ON THE ICE

Why Preparation Off the Ice Leads to Progress On It You’ve probably heard it before—“working harder is how you get better.” But what if working harder isn’t enough? What if pushing harder during practice isn’t what’s holding your goalie back—but rather, a lack of preparation before they step on the ice? Effort matters. But without a plan, effort […]

IS YOUR GOALIE WAISTING PRACTICE TIME? HERE’S HOW TO FIX IT

Bridge the gap between preparation and practice with the right mindset and tools. Being better prepared for team practices starts before your goalie steps on the ice. It’s not just about showing up—it’s about showing up with the knowledge, focus, and confidence to apply their skills with purpose. Most team coaches are doing their best to run […]

Chase Your Vision

The Power of Taking Uncomfortable Action Every great achievement begins with a vision—an image of what could be. But chasing that vision isn’t about dreaming alone. It’s about waking up every day and taking that next uncomfortable step forward. Real progress demands discipline. It requires action, not just ambition. Discipline is the bridge between your […]

Dancing with Fear: Embracing Growth Through Challenges

Fear is a powerful force. It’s the whisper that says, “Play it safe,” the tug that pulls us back from change, and the voice that convinces us to avoid situations where mistakes are possible. While our instinct may be to defeat fear or resist it, the truth is that we often face a choice: do we fight […]