MEGA Goaltending for Associations
Every Goalie Deserves a Coach
Build an association goalie program with a goaltender-only organization that brings structured training, fair evaluation, mindset development, and coach support to every netminder in your association.
142
DI and DIII Goaltenders
55
Pro Goaltenders
6
Olympians
The Partnership at a Glance
Who it serves
Youth hockey associations across Minnesota and Wisconsin
Who decides
Directors, presidents, goalie directors, and boards
Who benefits
Every goalie in the program, plus their team coaches and families
What's included
Goalie training, evaluation support, and development resources
Delivery options
On-site partnership or Connected Coaching for Teams
Levels
Mite through Junior Gold
Where to start
Contact Us to discuss what needs your association has
Pricing
Scaled to your program
Goalie Development for Hockey Associations
Your Goaltending Department
Most associations develop skaters well and leave goalies to figure out the position on their own. Few programs can staff a dedicated goalie coach, so netminders spend practice taking shots at the end of drills with little position-specific instruction. MEGA Goaltending was built to close that gap. We are a goaltender-only organization, part of Dark Horse Athletics, and we partner with youth associations across Minnesota and Wisconsin. We become your association's specialized goaltending department, so your volunteer coaches never have to become goalie experts overnight.
- Goaltender-only coaching your program could never staff internally
- Development for every goalie, not only families who can afford private lessons
- A structured, season-long plan, not a one-off clinic, built to keep the load light on volunteer leaders
- Specialized development and recruitment plans for Mite-aged goalies
What an Association Goalie Program Can Include
Partnership Options
Start with the piece your program needs most, then grow it season over season.
On-Site Partnership
Goaltender-only training and evaluation delivered by MEGA staff.
See How It WorksConnected Coaching for Teams
Weekly goalie resources and video breakdowns for every team.
Explore ConnectedGoalie Evaluations & Tryouts
Goalie-specific support for fairer placement decisions.
Evaluation SupportSupport for Team Coaches
Drills and remote video support for coaches who never played goalie.
Director & Board Resources
Guides and Successful Case Studies from our 16 year history
A Pathway for Goalie Families
Resources for understanding the goalie pathway
How a Partnership Starts
A simple sequence built around your planning calendar and your board's approval process.
01
Consult
We start with a free consult and a conversation about your goalies, levels, and current coaching.
02
Plan
Together we shape an on-site, connected, or combined partnership that fits your program and budget.
03
Deliver
MEGA brings goaltender-only coaching, evaluation support, and coach resources to your season.
04
Review and Renew
We review the season with the leadership and plan the next one, including new levels or services.
Who Coaches Your Goalies
Your goalies work with a full-time, goaltender-only staff led by our Directors of Goaltending, backed by the broader certified MEGA coaching staff.
An organizational track record of 142 DI and DIII Goaltenders, 55 Pro Goaltenders and 6 Olympians
MEGA staff includes NCAA Division I National Champions, All-Americans and Olympians
Current Junior and Collegiate Goalie Coaches
Association Partnership FAQ
The questions directors and boards ask most. Need more help? Contact us.
We have never used an outside goalie organization. Why MEGA?
MEGA does one thing: develop goaltenders. We already partner with youth associations across Minnesota and Wisconsin, and a free consult lets your leadership see our approach before making a larger commitment.
Our coaches already handle our goalies. Does this replace them?
No. MEGA supports coaches who never played the position with drills, video, and remote backup. Your coaches stay in charge of their teams while your goalies get specialized attention.
Will this reach all our goalies or just the top ones?
The partnership is designed to reach every goalie in your program across levels, including girls' teams. Equity of access is the point.
What does it cost?
Pricing depends on your program's size and the options you choose, and we build proposals that fit board budgets.
Start a Partnership Conversation
Tell us about your association and MEGA staff will follow up.
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