Episode 352: Cooper Black: The Tallest Goalie in Pro Hockey — 6'9" Panthers Prospect

About this episode

The episode features an interview with Cooper Black, the tallest goalie in pro hockey, discussing his journey and experiences.

Episode 352 of the InGoal Radio Podcast, presented by The Hockey Shop Source for Sports, features a fantastic interview with 6-foot-9 Florida Panthers prospect Cooper Black. In the feature interview, presented by NHL Sense Arena, Black shares his unique path from playing high school hockey in Michigan to signed pro, including lessons from being cut several times along the way. He talks about the recruiting process, including a cold call from Hall of Fame goalie Roberto Luongo, reigning in "psychopath" aggression for his size, his in-game mantras, several exceptional tactical and technical tips, and the unique equipment challenges that come with being the biggest goalie in pro hockey, including the challenge of having size 16 feet -- four sizes bigger than the largest blade and holder any company makes. In the Parent Playbook, presented by Stop it Goaltending U the App, we share lessons and advice for any goalie and parent going through the recent draft process at the junior levels. We also review this week's Pro Reads, presented by Vizual Edge, featuring Jet Greaves of the Columbus Blue Jackets and Team Canada with great tips on scans, screens and scrambles. And in our weekly…

People in this episode

Hosts: David Hutchison, Kevin Woodley, Daren Millard

Guest: Cooper Black

Topics covered

• hockey
• goalie training
• draft process
• equipment challenges
• pro hockey
• interview

Keywords

• tallest goalie
• Florida Panthers
• goalie equipment
• hockey training
• draft advice
• Roberto Luongo
• CCM Tacks
• goalie tips

Sponsors

NHL Sense Arena, Stop it Goaltending U the App, Vizual Edge, The Hockey Shop Source for Sports

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Florida Panthers

Products: CCM Tacks stick

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