A Little Bragging...
I just wanted to toot the horn of the many goalies that I have worked with over the last couple of years (and, as a result, toot my own horn, of course). Although the shoot-out is a bit of a circus to entertain the fans, it is a real challenge for goalies and allows them to demonstrate some very important skills.
In the Joe Lamongtagne tournament's Sidney Crosby Shoot Out for 2013, there were 19 skill and age categories in the competition (from Atom B to Midget A). There were 20 goalies that have trained with me and Upper Echelon who either won Gold or Silver in those competitions (out of a possible 38 goalies to get awards). It was 22 out of 40, if you count the coaches' shoot out, too. I was very proud and very excited at the result. Maybe you guys can give me some advice to help me get a medal next year at the coaches' competition!!
Great job, tenders!