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Four-Week Goalie Development Plan develops progressively during Minor Hockey. GOALIE COACH GARY™ teaches the same subject through four age groups while adjusting the expectation to the Player’s readiness and experience.
U7–U9: Build awareness
Start with safe control and a simple cue. For four-week goalie development plan, the Coach should focus on a specific action the Goalie can demonstrate without fear of mistakes.
Practical U7–U9 lesson
Show the Goalie a manageable example. Ask what they see and what response they would choose. Use short controlled repetitions, give one practical cue and repeat. Do not use adult-speed drills or make goals against the measure of success.
U10–U12: Practise consistency
Build a consistent technique before adding shots. For four-week goalie development plan, the Coach should focus on a specific action the Goalie can demonstrate without fear of mistakes.
Practical U10–U12 lesson
Show the Goalie a manageable example. Ask what they see and what response they would choose. Use short controlled repetitions, give one practical cue and repeat. Add a second element only when the first habit is steady.
U13–U15: Read and explain
Compare different play situations and explain adjustments. For four-week goalie development plan, the Coach should focus on a specific action the Goalie can demonstrate without fear of mistakes.
Practical U13–U15 lesson
Show the Goalie a manageable example. Ask what they see and what response they would choose. Use short controlled repetitions, give one practical cue and repeat. Discuss two possible responses, and explain when each is useful.
U16–U18: Execute and review
Measure decisions and execution over several practices. For four-week goalie development plan, the Coach should focus on a specific action the Goalie can demonstrate without fear of mistakes.
Practical U16–U18 lesson
Show the Goalie a manageable example. Ask what they see and what response they would choose. Use short controlled repetitions, give one practical cue and repeat. Add realistic pressure, review performance and select one improvement for the following practice.
How Parents can support progress
Look for growing awareness, balance and confidence instead of judging a Goalie by a single game. Ask what they learned and what they want to practise next. A supportive Team environment, appropriate instruction and recovery matter as much as an impressive performance.
GOALIE COACH GARY™ — Takeaway
ONE SKILL. FOUR MINOR HOCKEY STAGES.™ Teach one next step that is safe, observable and appropriate for the Player.
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