"Coaching And Training Goalies To Make The Next Save"
The Dallas Stars AAA is pleased to introduce it's " Goalie Performance Program (GPP) for the Fall season. This high-level program promises to be one of a kind in goalie training and development. We offer consistent weekly training for all our goalies ages squirt to midget by our professional goalie coach, Billy Pye.
Once a week during each teams on ice practice session specific time will be allotted for the goalies to work on goalie specific training and development skills and drills. During these sessions Billy will work on the fundamentals of the position and help prepare the goalies to be better equipped for making SAVES when facing shooters in game situations.
Philosophy
In the (GPP) we believe in teaching all aspects of the position and show our goalies how to incorporate their own individual style with the proper techniques. The objective of the program is to: Educate, Teach and Train our students in the art of goaltending in a progressive format. By doing so, goalies will be able to enhance their conditioned response to game situations with the end result being...Saves!
In order for goalies to be successful in stopping the puck we believe in teaching "Great Fundamental Habits" which means working hard to perfect all aspects of the position. We strive to provide each individual goaltender with the ability to become more than just one dimensional shot blockers, but rather develop them into consistent, successful goaltenders with a wide range of options and knowledge of the position. We know that consistent skill development does not come by accident as it is the result of Correct Coaching, Skill Repetition, Intelligent Practice Design, and dedication from the student to learn in a fun and competitive environment. The (GPP) has incorporated all of these elements of development into our fall season program and look forward to helping each of our goalies in making that next big save!
Stars Professional Goalie Staff
When putting together a goalie specific training program the most important aspect is the coaching. With the (GPP) our students have the most credible and experienced goalie coach in the metroplex. Billy has been the leader in goalie training in the Dallas/Ft Worth area for the past 8 years. With his extensive playing background and intelligent teaching methods Billy understands what his goalies needs are and equips his students with the necessary knowledge to ensure development.
Stars Goalie Coach: Billy Pye:
Played AAA youth hockey in Detroit, MI
"All Star" Junior goalie in (NAHL)
NCAA Champion at Northern Michigan University
Member of team USA at the World Championships
6th round draft choice of the Buffalo Sabres
Professional goalie for 10 years
Professional goalie coach in Dallas for 6 years
Student of Mitch Korn (goalie coach of the Nashville Predators) Has worked with Andy Moog of the Dallas Stars & Marty Turco
On Ice Training
The Stars fall goalie program will be built on a skill development curriculum that is 'age specific' for our goalies. All goalie skills will be broken down, demonstrated and drilled. All drills performed will represent a focus on the following aspects of the position:
Squirt & Peewee Goalies
Stance: Balance, Body Positioning
Skating Movement: Shuffle, T-push, C-cuts
Save Selection: Pad, Stick, Glove, Blocker
Rebound Control: Glove, Blocker, Stick, Chest
Net Play: Post Coverage, Post-Movement, Visual Tracking
Game Situations: Wrap Arounds, Angles (ropes), Deflections, Screens
Bantam & Midget Goalies
Include all of the Fundamental skills above plus the following: Skating Movement: Butterfly slides, Body Rotation
Positioning: Specific Movement Skills, Finding the angle, Stance, Depth awareness Rebound Control/Recovery: Post Save pads, body, Blocking vs Reacting Transitional Play/Tight Situations: Wrap Arounds, Breakaways, Traffic Situations
Intangibles: Playing the puck, Reading the shooter, Game Awareness Off Ice Training
We take pride in our goalies and believe a goaltender’s development and success not only measures their commitment and desire, but also that of the Stars program. We guarantee results for all of our goalies and look forward to taking them to the 'Next Level' in their development.
