Connor Hollison knows what it takes to thrive in the crease—and now he’s helping the next generation of goalies unlock their full potential. The former Utah standout, now the founder of Adaptive Goaltending Academy, blends technical training, mental performance strategies, and personalized coaching to elevate his players’ games.
In this episode, Hollison shares insights from his time as a player and coach. His training philosophy goes beyond typical drills, incorporating creative techniques like wall ball blocking and the use of Action Balls to sharpen reaction time. He also emphasizes the importance of modifying traditional weightlifting exercises, focusing on controlled movements with explosive finishes to better mimic game scenarios.
But Hollison is quick to remind goalies that mental resilience is just as important as physical strength. He introduces techniques like visualization and reset cues to recover after mistakes and highlights his “Four Fs” approach: “F” it, fix it, forget it, and focus.
Hollison stresses the value of sleep, proper nutrition, and hydration for peak performance, along with vision training to improve reaction speed. His academy offers in-person lessons, film reviews, training plans, and recruiting support, all tailored to help goalies develop on and off the field.
Connor Hollison’s passion for the position and innovative approach to coaching have made Adaptive Goaltending Academy a game-changing resource for goalies looking to take their game to the next level. Great chat with this young man!
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