LOOKING AT THE WRONG THINGS

Many assessors, whether at the professional or amateur levels, are easily “wowed” by a goaltender. This occurs typically due to a big save, an outstanding game performance, or a goalie that, simply, looks good. However, one should always keep a few things in mind when viewing these types of exhibitions:

• The majority of goaltenders are streaky by nature and the current performance may not be a true reflection of the goaltender’s standard ability
• Many “big save” situations are caused by weakness within the goaltender’s game (a poor rebound, weak shot preparation, or shoddy puckhandling are examples)
• Ask yourself, will the goalie consistently make that “big save” or was he/she lucky to make the save because the offensive player did not bear down on the opportunity

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