We’ve been a goalie development leader since we opened 31 years ago, helping boys and girls achieve success between the pipes through our popular weekend programs in Minnesota and Iowa.
“Goalies who train with us work hard, improve their skills and have fun,” said Edina, Minn. native Steve Carroll, a goalie development leader and two-time NCAA National Champion, who coaches goalies at the youth, high school and college levels. “I’m extremely proud of the reputation we’ve earned for developing quality, fundamentally-sound goaltenders.”
CGS gives goalies the proper training and attention they need to maximize development. By enrolling in our programs, goalies will improve their individual skills, self-confidence and elevate their game to new levels in a challenging, upbeat and fun learning environment.
Our expert coaches use their extensive playing and coaching experience to teach the goalies what it takes to be successful. They share their wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm for the goaltending position with the kids.
“CGS coaches love goaltending and do a great job teaching the skills that matter most in today’s game,” Carroll said. “They do a great job interacting with the goalies, breaking things down, demonstrating the skills, while helping goalies build confidence in their overall play.”
Our skill development programs are conveniently scheduled on select evenings and weekends during June-September.
MINNESOTA
- Blaine Super Rink
- Eagan Civic Arena
- Richfield Ice Arena
- Sauk Rapids Sports Arena East
- St. Michael-Albertville STMA Arena
- St. Paul TRIA RInk (Practice home of Minnesota Wild and Minnesota Frost)
IOWA
- West Des Moines RecPlex
We offer four programs for goalies ages 6-14 – Intro to Goaltending, Intermediate Skills, Advanced Skills, and Tryout Tune-up.
Goalie parents like the variety of programs we offer because they realize that having their kids train with Coach Steve Carroll and his expert staff can have a significant impact on their skill development. In 2025, goalies from seven states and Thunder Bay, Ontario trained at the Carroll Goalie School.
“We have been to quite a few of Steve’s camps and will be coming back for quite a few more,” said goalie parent, Kevin Rowe from Blaine, Minn. “Always a great camp and many locations to pick from when schedules get busy. Our son enjoys the camp and the coaches are engaging and have fun with the goalies while making them work at improving their skills. I highly recommend this goalie camp.”
Goalie parent Jenn Bernacki from Solon, Iowa, said “This was our first experience with a goalie-specific camp and it was a great one! The structure was great and coaches were very efficient with the time. Our daughter felt this camp really helped in her development as a young goalie. She loved every minute!”
Goalie parent Jared Bulinski from Sauk Rapids, Minn. said, “My son had a great experience with CGS. He enjoyed the challenges and learning that took place at the clinic. On the last day, he asked if we could sign up again next year. That is all the proof I need. We can’t wait to work with CGS again. Thank you very much.”
COACH STEVE CARROLL
Coach Steve Carroll brings more than 35 years of experience coaching goaltenders at the youth, high school, and college levels.
A two-time NCAA Hockey National Champion, he was also a two-time All-American goaltender at Minnesota State and a finalist for the prestigious Hobey Baker Award, presented annually to the top player in men’s college hockey.
Coach Carroll’s contributions to the sport have been recognized through his induction into both the Edina High School and Minnesota State University, Mankato Athletic Halls of Fame.
Reserve a spot for your goalie by visiting www.carrollgs.com
