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I Cut Him Twice. Now He's Signing an NHL Deal
Apr 15, 2026
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One Coach Cut His Best Players on Purpose | Epsiode 142
Mar 24, 2026
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Why Some Goalies Make the NHL | Episode 141 Ft | Roope Koistinen
Feb 24, 2026
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 4/15/26 | I Cut Him Twice. Now He's Signing an NHL Deal✨ | NHL coaching changeshockey recruiting+3 | — | SportabilityUSA Hockey U17 National Development Program+4 | Michigan | NHLhockey+7 | — | 1h 07m 11s | |
| 4/7/26 | ![]() Don't Get Cut - Tryout Season Survival Guide | Tryout season is here and Jamie and Derek are in the thick of it. This episode is a full breakdown of everything happening right now — how real tryout decisions actually get made, what coaches are doing in January that most parents don't see, why the 7-day tryout window is mostly theater, how to evaluate goalies when practice formats don't tell the whole story, what happens in the war room, and why your reputation as a parent matters more than you think. Plus a gut-check for parents of young kids who are rushing their way into the wrong level too soon — and a shout out to Bauer for stepping up for a family that lost everything. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | — | ||||||
| 3/24/26 | ![]() One Coach Cut His Best Players on Purpose | Epsiode 142 | Jamie and Derek are back after a three-month hiatus and they didn't waste any time. This episode covers the Olympics gold medal game, the real story behind the Connor Hellebuyck narrative, why the wrong system kills good goalies, how a Scandinavian experiment flipped youth development upside down, and the one thing parents consistently get wrong at tryout time. Plus — why hockey IQ is the one thing money can't buy, and the single best way to develop it that almost no one is using. | — | ||||||
| 2/24/26 | ![]() Why Some Goalies Make the NHL | Episode 141 Ft | Roope Koistinen | Dr. Jamie Phillips sits down at Ghost Athletica with Roope Koistinen, Grand Rapids Griffins goalie coach and Detroit Red Wings goaltending development coach, for a deep dive into modern goalie development. Roope shares his path from a small goalie in Northern Finland who transitioned into coaching early, to building a legitimate goalie development pipeline at Kärpät, to earning a role in an NHL organization. They unpack why Finland has produced so many goalies, how national coaching education creates consistency, and what North America does better (compete level) — plus where it can improve (consistent messaging and ego-driven fragmentation). They also get into what makes a goalie “stick” at the NHL level (the eye test, trust, sustainability), RVH teaching priorities for young goalies, and the traits Roope looks for when developing prospects across multiple leagues. | — | ||||||
| 2/13/26 | ![]() Confidence is a Checklist | Episode 140 | In this Quick Shift episode of the Goalie Science Podcast, Dr. Jamie Phillips breaks down a powerful concept: confidence is a checklist. Too many athletes think confidence is something you “feel.” Jamie argues it’s something you build through preparation, recovery, discipline, and repeated habits. From sleep and nutrition to training effort and school accountability, unchecked boxes create doubt — and doubt kills performance. Using a real example of a goalie recently called up to the NAHL, Jamie shows how small adjustments (like fixing sleep habits) can dramatically impact performance and confidence. If you’re a goalie, parent, or coach heading into playoffs or tryouts, this episode is your reminder: confidence isn’t given — it’s earned. | — | ||||||
| 1/29/26 | ![]() Confidence Isn’t Built How You Think | Episode 139 | Jamie and Derek dive into one of the toughest questions in coaching: when should athletes be allowed to make mistakes — and when must coaches intervene? From goalie technique and youth habits to confidence, resiliency, and accountability, the conversation explores why development isn’t black and white. The episode also covers screen and tip training misconceptions, goalie fights, goalie goals, and finishes with a powerful mailbag question on when parents should hand off coaching duties to a goalie coach. | — | ||||||
| 1/25/26 | ![]() Should Coaches Try and Win? Episode 138 - Quick Shift Episode | Derek Bujan goes solo and tackles a hot youth-hockey debate: does winning matter at ages 9–11? After seeing a viral clip claiming “winning doesn’t matter — only development,” Derek argues that’s an incomplete definition of development. He explains why confidence must be owned, why resiliency is the real goal, and how competitive moments create the life lessons kids need. Plus, Derek shares a powerful story from his son’s Oakville Winter Classic run and the post-game response that proved why this matters. | — | ||||||
| 1/19/26 | ![]() The Truth about Spring Hockey | Episode 137 | In this episode, Jamie and Derek start with a quick life update and a fun detour into Ottawa’s latest off-ice rumors before pivoting into a bigger conversation: youth hockey politics and how development systems often work against the athlete. Jamie shares what he’s running into while trying to bring education workshops to organizations outside of Fox, and why “fear of losing players” drives a lot of resistance. The core of the episode centers around a listener question: what should spring and summer look like for an elite 2014 goalie with big goals—especially when it comes to spring hockey, off-ice training, and private goalie coaching. The guys break down when spring hockey is useful (and when it’s just extra volume), why environment matters as much as training, and why semi-private goalie training often beats 1-on-1 lessons for development. They finish with a discussion on choosing teams, why goalies don’t need to chase the “best” roster, and how confidence is built through daily preparation and resilience—not external validation. | — | ||||||
| 1/8/26 | ![]() How We Ruined Canadian Hockey | Episode 137 | In Episode 137 of the Goalie Science Podcast, Jamie and Derek dig deep into Canada’s World Junior Championship loss and the public outcry that followed. They examine whether the Canadian player development model is flawed, tackling issues like open borders, super teams, lack of adversity, and overemphasis on early winning. They challenge reactionary takes blaming CHL imports, half-ice hockey, and goalie selection. They also discuss goaltending performances across the tournament, the impact of structured vs unstructured youth environments, and why North American goalies may be falling behind. The episode wraps with a discussion on nepotism in hockey, injury load management, and updates on upcoming podcast guests. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. | — | ||||||
| 1/5/26 | ![]() World Junior Drama, Coaching Mistakes, Q & A | Episode 136 | In the first-ever in-person episode of Goalie Science, Jamie and Derek sit down over the holidays to unpack a wild year in goalie development, coaching lessons, and hot takes. They break down Canada’s World Junior goaltending, the controversy around RVH glove positioning, and which trends are downright dangerous (literally). They also get personal: their biggest coaching mistakes, whether single-goalie or shared-crease is best, and what makes coaching girls so different from boys. To close, they reflect on highlights from the year—including Ghost’s expansion, Junior A jumps, and big wins on and off the ice—and fire off their boldest 2026 predictions yet. | — | ||||||
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| 12/18/25 | ![]() Is Your Agent Hurting or Helping | Episode 135 | In Episode 135 of the Goalie Science Podcast, Jamie and Derek dive headfirst into the wild world of youth hockey politics. From an all-star selection process that literally involved pulling names from a hat, to junior hockey decisions that shape careers, the guys lay out the real challenges families and goalies face. They also unpack early season anxiety, pregame pressure, and the role coaches play in shaping a goalie’s mindset—not just their mechanics. From U18 to the NAHL, from Olympic ice sizes to travel horror stories, this episode has everything. The best podcast for goalies, coaches, and parents who care about performance AND perspective. | — | ||||||
| 12/10/25 | ![]() Open Borders, Broken Goalies & Christmas Gear Picks | Episode 134 | In Episode 134, Jamie and Derek bounce between goalie development, hockey politics, and gift-buying wisdom. They break down whether Joe Woll’s repeated injuries are a red flag or just bad luck, then spotlight the next wave of NHL goaltending talent, including Dustin Wolf, Lucas Dostal, and Peter Kochetkov. The second half dives into the chaos of open borders in youth hockey, with firsthand tampering allegations, AP rule frustrations, and a candid discussion about what’s broken—and how to fix it. They wrap up with an in-depth goalie gift guide, highlighting edge protectors, pegs, sticks, padskins, mobility programs, and an official Madcap Coffee sponsorship for Ghost Rehab & Performance. | — | ||||||
| 11/28/25 | ![]() The One Where We Break Wrists | Episode 133 | In Episode 133 of the Goalie Science Podcast, Jamie and Derek tackle goalie culture head-on. They debate the risk of the RVH glove position, challenge outdated coaching methods, and make their Olympic picks for Team Canada—spoiler, it’s not Aiden Hill. With hot takes on Juuse Saros, broken wrists, and Edmonton’s goalie woes, this episode dives into biomechanics, development, and why coaches need to stop chasing aesthetics over effectiveness. They also explore how to build leadership through discipline, why being a “cool coach” backfires, and what parents should know before jumping ship to a new team. | — | ||||||
| 11/13/25 | ![]() Is Your Kid a Donkey | Episode 132 | This episode goes deep on youth hockey culture—from team accountability to the politics of tryouts, and when families should start thinking about switching organizations. Jamie and Derek get personal with stories from the bench, lessons learned from coaching, and what it really means to build leadership in young goalies. Plus: Weston wins his first real tournament, Jamie rants about kids spitting indoors, and the guys share their favorite pregame songs from the emo glory days. | — | ||||||
| 11/6/25 | ![]() Are Small Area Games the NHL Secret? | GOALIE SCIENCE |Episode 131 | The guys dive into the November slump, gamifying training to stay motivated, and why too many goalies are afraid of getting scored on. They revisit the stick save debate, celebrate the most important goalie drill of all time (one puck), and rant about weak glutes, soft mindsets, and parents emailing refund requests. They also cover how a single visit to a vision specialist fixed a year-long glove-side issue—and why it’s time to trust your goalie coach (especially when they send you elsewhere). | — | ||||||
| 10/29/25 | ![]() Playing on Bad Teams Will Ruin Your Career | Episode 130 | In Episode 130 of the Goalie Science Podcast, Jamie and Derek are back with a heavy-hitting conversation around one central question: Is it better to be a good goalie on a bad team… or a good goalie on a great team? They explore the upsides of being on a weak team, what scouts actually look for, and how a “loser mindset” is holding back young goalies. They also revisit the viral debate around stick saves, talk goalie-parent self-awareness, discuss coaches using “development” as a crutch, and break down the reality of accountability, adversity, and athlete ownership—on and off the ice. This episode also features a giveaway from Easy Crease, a shoutout to First Phorm, and a surprise offer from Bjan Goaltending. | — | ||||||
| 10/17/25 | ![]() STOP Making Stick Saves | GOALIE SCIENCE Episode 129 | In Episode 129 of the Goalie Science Podcast, Jamie and Derek go toe-to-toe in a hilariously heated debate: Are stick saves overrated? Jamie demands more rebounds off sticks—Derek says “just wear better pads.” But beyond the chirps and chaos, the guys dig into serious conversations about goalie development, AAA politics, and the question every goalie parent asks: How do we know it’s working? They share strategies for tracking progress, reflect on their own careers, and call out coaches who use “development” as an excuse not to challenge players. Plus, shoutouts to NCAA standouts, first Junior A goals, and a new First Phorm partnership announcement. | — | ||||||
| 10/8/25 | ![]() Don't Play AAA Hockey | Episode 128 | In Episode 128, Jamie and Derek go deep on the tension between performance and results—especially early in the season. What should a goalie do when they’re playing well but not getting wins? Or not getting starts? The guys lay out actionable advice for goalies, parents, and coaches navigating the politics and mental toll of competitive hockey. They tackle adversity, roster depth, open borders in AAA, goalie rotation, and why it’s not a coach’s fault if your kid isn’t playing—if you chose this level. Plus: the war on stat counters, Charlotte Payne vs. Liv Fulkins, building depth in your goalie program, and why junior hockey websites might be the worst coded places on Earth. | — | ||||||
| 10/1/25 | ![]() How Bad Do You Want it? Episode 127 | Jamie and Derek return for Episode 127 with a raw, unfiltered conversation on what separates goalies who actually want to improve from those just going through the motions. From 16U goalies wasting reps to the importance of endzone management, they challenge goalies, parents, and coaches to reflect on what effort and accountability really look like. They dive into puck handling myths, game habits, and why offseason gains disappear fast without in-season commitment. Plus, Derek shares a rant of the year, Jamie breaks down why coaches play their “favorites,” and they both revisit lessons from their own early careers—and what they wish today’s goalies understood. | — | ||||||
| 9/24/25 | ![]() Goalies Shouldn't Play NCAA | Episode 126 | In this episode of the Goalie Science Podcast, Jamie and Derek dive deep into the massive shifts happening across junior hockey and college recruitment. From CHL–NCAA rule changes to the GOJHL becoming an official development league of the OHL, the landscape for both skaters and goalies is evolving fast. The guys also discuss how these changes are affecting player development, roster decisions, and the role of adversity in modern hockey. Oh—and there’s a wedding recap with tequila, DJ pop punk sets, and five-hour energy shots at midnight. | — | ||||||
| 8/27/25 | ![]() Are You READY TO PLAY Games? | Episode 125 | In Episode 125, Jamie and Derek are back for an unfiltered, extended conversation on everything from RVH overload and preseason growing pains to puck handling misconceptions and coaching frustration. They tackle the truth about goalie development post-summer, what scanning actually means, how overcoaching can derail confident play, and why “squeezing the post” might be ruining your reads. Jamie shares updates from building his new gym from the ground up, and Derek talks about the best goalie pants of all time (spoiler: it’s not Bauer… unless they sponsor him). | — | ||||||
| 8/7/25 | ![]() Secrets Behind a Perfect Break-In with Devon Butz | Episode 124 | In Episode 124 of the Goalie Science Podcast, Derek flies solo with special guest Devon Butz, better known as The Goalie Glove Guy. Devon shares his evolution from goalie coach to glove whisperer, revealing what really goes into crafting a glove that feels game-ready from Day 1. They get into the nitty gritty of glove construction, break-in methods that actually work, brand-specific quirks, and how Devon is helping goalies everywhere get the feel and performance they’ve been missing. | — | ||||||
| 7/24/25 | ![]() The Greatest Q&A Ever! | Episode #123 | In Episode 123 of the Goalie Science Podcast, Jamie and Derek tackle YOUR questions in this fan-driven Q&A session. From rebound control rants to breakaway speed breakdowns, training tips for injured goalies, and whether wine belongs in a high-performance lifestyle (yes, seriously)—this episode has it all. The boys also talk about the downside of massive goalie camps, when kids should actually start off-ice training, and how VR and vision training might evolve. If you’re a goalie, coach, or hockey parent, this one delivers big value and bigger laughs. | — | ||||||
| 7/1/25 | ![]() RVH Secrets Exposed! | GOALIE SCIECE Episode 122 | In Episode 122 of the Goalie Science Podcast, Jamie and Derek go deep on RVH technique, the realities of how it impacts young goalies physically, and why introducing it too early can do more harm than good. They also get technical on skate laces vs. bungees, Bauer’s new Connect skates, and share why sometimes gear design is so simple that you kick yourself for not inventing it first. They wrap up with a preview of upcoming in-person podcasts, discuss building out video libraries for goalie training, and give a heartfelt shoutout to athletes headed to the Brick Tournament. This one’s loaded with practical gear talk, myth-busting, and a healthy dose of banter about ice rinks, podcasts, and the daily grind of running a goalie school in the summer heat. | — | ||||||
| 6/25/25 | ![]() Are you the Michael Jordan of Goaltending? | Goalie Science 121 | In Episode 121 of the Goalie Science Podcast, Jamie and Derek go deep on a long-standing myth in goalie development: Does playing baseball actually help you catch pucks? The answer might surprise you. This episode is a must-listen for goalie coaches, parents, and athletes looking to cut through the noise of over-coaching and gimmicky training. Jamie and Derek break down the difference between root causes vs. symptoms in goalie performance, explain why glove saves are being coached out of young athletes, and offer powerful analogies for building real transferable skills in the crease. From “training specificity” to sports science truths, this episode is raw, real, and packed with takeaways. | — | ||||||
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