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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

In this powerful episode of the Goalie Science Podcast, Dr. Jamie Phillips and Derek Bjan welcome former pro goalie and certified coach Chuck Thuss for an unforgettable deep dive into mental health, performance anxiety, and life after elite sport. Chuck opens up about his journey from being told he’d never play NCAA hockey to becoming an All-American—and how the mental toll of chasing perfection almost cost him his life. With June recognized as Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, this conversation couldn’t be more timely. Chuck shares actionable advice for parents, coaches, and athletes, and offers real tools to help goalies become not just better performers, but better people.

In Episode 119 of the Goalie Science Podcast, Jamie and Derek reunite for a casual yet insightful chat before welcoming special guest Larissa Mills, a cognitive behavioral sports specialist and founder of Mental Game Academy. The episode explores how mobile phones and tech overuse are directly harming athletic performance—especially for young goalies. Jamie and Derek reflect on recent camps, seminars, and powerful moments in their coaching careers, then dive into Larissa’s research on dopamine, cortisol, and phone-induced brain changes.

In this episode of the Goalie Science Podcast, Dr. Jamie Phillips and co-host Derek Bujan dive into everything from launching their goalie vlogs to revamping their summer training methods. They talk openly about the highs and lows of being goalie influencers, reflect on mistakes from last season, and discuss the importance of practicing with intensity in the off-season. They break down how to build mental resilience in goalies, especially during playoffs, and go deep on NHL trends—like why a “top 3 goalie” isn’t a requirement for winning the Stanley Cup. They also review the latest goalie gear (SV Pro, Eflex, Warrior), share gear-buying advice, and wrap it all with some powerful reflections on why playing high-level hockey matters—regardless of where you end up.

In this unfiltered, high-energy episode of the Goalie Science Podcast, Jamie and Derek reunite to recap a wild few weeks packed with tryouts, championships, and lessons from the USA Hockey National Goaltending Camp. From celebrating the Muskegon Lumberjacks’ Clark Cup win to telling hilarious and humbling tryout stories (including a face-to-face with a ten-year-old who hates Derek), this episode is part catharsis, part masterclass. Jamie reflects on his season-long coaching experiment—eliminating “easy” days—and how it paid off in performance. He also dives into the elite habits he witnessed at the USA Hockey camp and how attention to detail separates good goalies from great ones. The duo also rant about the absurd trends in off-ice goalie training, calling for a return to simple, smart, athlete-first approaches. Whether you’re a goalie, coach, or parent, this one’s got raw stories, honest laughs, and some hard truths.

Tryout season is upon us. In this week's episode, Derek and Jamie discuss the craziness of open borders and other tryout stories.

In this episode, Jamie is joined by Dr. Akerman and Elliot From Bauer Goaltending to discuss mask safety manufacturing and the does/don'ts about picking a mask.

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