We Offer Goalie Gear Rental!
Over the course of 7 Years we have collected over 50 sets of goalie gear through donations, and purchases.
Lots of new goalies have started through this program.
A huge Thank You to everyone who has donated!
Rental Runs $250.00 Per Season
Rental Through Summer & camps Contact for more information.
2026–2027 Season Goalie Equipment Rental Program
Hello everyone!
As many of you know, I recently had surgery in Jacksonville, Florida. Thank you to everyone who has checked in and supported me during my recovery.
The goal of this rental program is to reduce the financial barrier of trying goaltending. By sharing equipment within our hockey community, more young athletes have the opportunity to learn one of hockey's most rewarding positions. Please help me keep this program available by treating the equipment with care so future goalies can enjoy it as well.
Rental Dates
Equipment pickups for the 2026–2027 season will take place August 3–31.
Like most Alaskans, I spend much of September hunting, so all gear must be picked up during August before tryouts. There will be no exceptions. Please contact me to schedule your pickup appointment as soon as possible.
Current Renters
If your child is already renting equipment and is actively participating as a goalie during the season, your agreement remains the same. Gear exchanges for size are included throughout the season, subject to availability.
Rental Availability
Equipment is rented on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are not guaranteed until a pickup appointment has been scheduled.
Please note that I will not begin new rentals after December.
This policy is in place because, in recent years, I've had coaches ask players to jump into goal just before state tournaments or playoffs without any prior goalie experience. This places those players at a much greater risk of injury than kids who have been training and practicing the position throughout the season.
Equipment Care
Normal Wear and Tear
Goalie equipment is made to be used. Normal wear from regular hockey activities is expected and is not the responsibility of the renter. If something becomes damaged, please let me know as soon as possible so I can repair or replace it before it becomes a larger issue.
Lost or Damaged Equipment
Equipment that is lost, intentionally damaged, or not returned may require the renter to cover the current replacement cost.
Smoking Policy
Equipment returned with tobacco or cigarette smoke odor that cannot be successfully cleaned may require the renter to cover the replacement cost of the affected equipment.
End-of-Season Cleaning
Equipment should be returned reasonably clean and odor-free.
Before returning equipment, please either:
Have it sanitized using the Sani Sport machine at the Palmer Ice Arena, or
Thoroughly clean it at home using the instructions below.
Equipment requiring extensive cleaning will incur a $50 cleaning fee.
Recommended Home Cleaning
Do not wash leg pads.(Leg Pads can only be Put in Sani Sport or hand washed gently)
Fill a bathtub with warm water, laundry detergent, and OxiClean.
Wash all equipment except the leg pads.
Hand-agitate the equipment.
Drain the tub and rinse thoroughly with clean water.
Repeat the rinse if needed.
Hang the chest protector on two hangers (I usually hang mine from the shower head) to allow excess water to drain.
Allow all equipment to air dry completely. A garage or covered porch works well. Avoid prolonged direct sunlight.
Equipment Not Included
For hygiene and safety reasons, renters must provide their own:
Jock/Jill
Knee guards
Neck guard
Base layers/Under Armour
Helmets & Skates
Helmet and skate availability is limited.
With concussion rates continuing to rise, I strongly encourage families to invest in a quality, up-to-date helmet. If you're only able to purchase one piece of equipment, make it the helmet.
Season Rental Fee
2026–2027 Season Goalie Equipment Rental:$250.00
Thank you for helping me continue this program and for supporting youth goaltending in our community. I look forward to seeing another great group of young goalies on the ice this season!
What are the advantages/disadvantages of a fully flat-faced pad?
The ever-fun debate between which pad is better: flat face or knee roll. First thing first, knee rolls are purely cosmetic at this day and age in goal pads. That needs to be known on a larger basis.
The main difference between flat faced and knee roll pad is how the puck comes off the pad. This has to do with the different types of foams used internally and how they are packed. Traditionally, knee roll pads like CCM Eflex and Bauer Reactor pads are softer in foam and play. This allows you to play a more save and smother style of game, more of that “hybrid” type pad.
The ever-popular CCM Premier line along with the Supreme line from Bauer, for example, is more your long-rebound style pad being as these styles of pads are flat faced and usually hard packed in their internal foams. These pads are designed to power the puck into the corners and drive the play away from you. Ultimately, the decision comes down to what style of goalie you are or if you are the modern goalie, then it’s whatever looks the best
Goalie Gear Information !
How should you measure the proper length of a goalie stick?
The problem with each brand is that the measuring point is different. So, as much as we love to sit at the stick rack and compare paddle heights, it does absolutely nothing to help us decide.
When I am sizing up a kid or adult, I try to always have them put on a set of demo pads have them fall on the knee stack to check the following:
Stick Positioning: Ensure the stick is out in front and not off the side, but remember everyone is different. You are not there to teach them how to hold a stick but to help them find the best size their specific stance. Too many times I have seen Advisors try to fix the customers positioning instead of aiding them.
Shoulder Height: once you have established their comfortable stick stance, check the shoulder height. If the blocker shoulder is higher or lower than the glove hand shoulder, then the paddle is too big/small!
Gapping in the body/6hole: Check to make sure that the paddle height chosen is not creating more problems by opening up the arm away from the body. Usually, but not always, this does go hand in hand with uneven shoulder heights but always check!
Check Glove hand: always do a glove hand check too. Most often, customers will not think about their glove hand and let it fall. This causes an overcompensation on the blocker hand potentially causing a shift in the body position.
A Big Thank You to all who have Donated!
Lawton Family
Cable Family
PAHA
MAHA
AVS
Anchorage North Stars
Anchorage Champions Choice
Rogers Family
Hise Family
Heard Family
Cheadle Family
Christman Family
Burnside Family
Purdy Family
Meyers Family