I was recently a guest on the “Talk Goalie to Me” podcast, a show dedicated to deep conversations about the goalie position and hockey development hosted by former University of Minnesota and St. Thomas University goalie Olivia King.
The episode provides listeners with a thoughtful look at my journey in hockey, my coaching philosophies, and perspective on goaltender development at all levels.
During the podcast, I reflect on my hockey career — from the formative years playing high school hockey at Edina under legendary coach Willard Ikola to my collegiate success at Minnesota State University, Mankato. We also discuss how those experiences shaped me as both a player and coach and I shares insights into what it takes to coach goalies effectively and the unique mindset required to succeed between the pipes.
Listeners also get a behind-the-scenes view of my work running the Carroll Goalie School, a respected development program that has helped young goaltenders build fundamentals, confidence, and resilience.
Throughout the interview, I emphasize the importance of treating goalies as people first — understanding their challenges on and off the ice and fostering growth in a positive, engaging environment.
Here is a link to watch the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_yoTHd1Ba4
