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Buy this great book on the best goaltender ever     Patrick Roy (Hockey Heroes)

Buy a book written by the goalie coach of Patrick Roy: François Allaire who introduced him to the butterfly technique.  He's the who coached many Quebec goalies: Roberto Luongo, Felix Potvin, Stephane Fiset, Jose Theodore, Marc Denis, Jocelyn Thibault and many more.

   Hockey Goaltending for Young Players :...  

Editorial review

"Hockey Goaltending for Young Players" is a must-have reference that sets out a clear and easy-to-follow four-year development plan for the beginner goalie. The comprehensive text outlines the best ways for hockey coaches and parents to help the budding goaltender develop a unique set of skills while keeping pace with the other players on the team.

Renowned goalie coach Francois Allaire offers specific instruction and assessment standards in each of the following areas:

· skating techniques:

· technical moves;

· physical training on and off the ice;

· evaluation methods;

· the role of the coach.

Complemented by hundreds of photographs, diagrams, charts, and evaluation forms, this indispensable guide will ensure that young players get the most out of their favorite sport.

Francois Allaire spent many years as a goaltending coach with the legendary Montreal Canadiens hockey club, and currently works as a consultant with several professional goalies, as well as the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim. His solid experience with both young players and professionals has given him the knowledge and expertise he shares in this book.

Buy this book on the legend of goaltending : Jacques Plante

 On Goaltending