The goalie guild a nonprofit foundation that educates. After the montreal canadiens goalie was struck in the face by a flying puck while playing against the new york rangers on nov. Thanks to some incredibly candid interviews with pro goalies like tomas vokoun, marty turco, brian elliott, niklas backstrom, richard bachman, and many more, the book has helped thousands of goalies all over the world have a much. This wonderful and lavishly illustrated book, traces the history of the goalie mask from its very antiquated beginnings, to the modern era. Plantes mask was a piece of fiberglass that was contoured to his face. They are printed onto a semigloss vinyl, which is easy to handle. From the kids who love the colorful mask art of today to those who remember when goalies played without masks, generations of hockey now someone has finally come out with a book about goalie masks and how they came to look like the one i wear in the nhl today. From the kids who love the colorful mask art of today to those who remember when goalies played without masks, generations of hockey ive always had an appreciation for the history of hockey, especially anything to do.
Plante was the first nhl goaltender to regularly play the puck outside his crease in support of. The goalie mask hockey heroes series leonetti, mike, letain, shayne on. He developed and tested many versions of the mask including the forerunner of todays mask helmet combination with the assistance of other experts. Craig andersons the roman empire eventually fell to pieces but this logo is a symbol. After the book came out, he played only 16 more nhl games, finishing with toronto in 198081. Its now one of the highlights in my goalie mask collection. Jan 30, 2017 only those who have worn a goalies mask and pads and anchored themselves between the pipes of a hockey net can relate to all of the intricacies and nuances that come with being a goaltender. The newest title in leonettis bestselling childrens series, the goalie mask is a story about standing up for what you believe in. Vaughn carbon elite pro non certified cat eye senior goal mask.
Who was the first goaltender to wear a mask in a game. Interesting facts and sports stories sports trivia 1 bill oneill. Order a copy of the 201617 nfhs ice hockey rules book. A goaltender mask, commonly referred to as a hockey mask or a goalie mask, is a mask worn by ice hockey, inline hockey, field hockey, bandy and floorball goaltenders to protect the head from injury. When searching for a goalie mask, recommends that each goalie be sized by his local hockey shop. He played 47 games in the nhl as a goaltender, 41 of those with the rangers in the 197677 season. No one has permission to copy and use these photographs for personal or. Everytime you step on the ice, your mask is your face, representing your style and flare. The art and history of the goalie mask by jim hynes. As teams have won the stanley cup and set records, players. For goalies who are tired of the bull shit and just wonna talk everything goalie related without having to. For goalies who are tired of the bull shit and just wonna talk everything goalie related without having to be an nhler lol enjoy guys and gals.
Sep 26, 2008 im lucky enough to have had a chat with jim hynes, one of the authors behind saving face. It would make an awesome coffee table book, encouraging discussion as guests flip through the photographic evidence of the evolution of the goalie mask, conjuring up. The mask designs are intricate and give any goalie helmet that professional and eye popping look. Oct 18, 2017 gilles gratton is an interesting human being. This wonderful and lavishly illustrated book, traces the history of the goalie mask from its very antiquated beginnings, to. Sep 11, 2008 with about 150 images of goalie masks through the ages, this book is sure to be a hit. As teams have won the stanley cup and set records, players and coaches have signed a variety of collectibles. Above is vancouvers curt ridley mask included in the book.
Saving face looks at the development of the mask from its earliest days as a rudimentary facesaving device to its current hightech design, bulletproof construction, and cuttingedge artwork. The finest in vintage goalie masks, replica vintage goalie masks and custom molded vintage goalie masks. I recall going on a class trip in the late 1970s or early 1980s to the mcmichael art gallery in kleinburg, ontario and there being an exhibition of actual goalie. The art and history of the goalie mask notes that while hundreds of books. Much to the scorn of his coach and fans, plante returned from the locker room with a crude homemade fiberglass mask in place. If youre looking for a pro level goalie mask, check out some of our top models like the bauer 961, vaughn 9500, or ccm pro.
More than 150 historic and modern photos, including 30plus fullpage shots. Browse an impressive array of goalie masks at pure goalie to find the best options in this important piece of equipment. The newest title in leonettis bestselling childrens series, the goalie mask is a. Only those who have worn a goalies mask and pads and anchored themselves between the pipes of a hockey net can relate to all of the intricacies and nuances that come with being a goaltender. Masked marvel thief double bar pro cat eye goal mask. Take a walk through the goalie mask museum and watch it transform into todays fullyshielded works of art. Masks from celebrated brands like bauer, ccm, sportmask, and others boast the latest engineering and protective technologies essential for preventing serious injury. Todays goalie sports a mask that includes protection for the throat and is fashioned often from carbon fiber or kevlar for added protection against flying pucks. Up for sale today is a hand signed mike richter mini goalie mask. Masked marvel bandit csahecc cert kevlar goal mask sr. Enjoy lightweight construction, comfort, and the best fit in your new goalie mask.
Now someone has finally come out with a book about goalie masks and how they came to look like the one i wear in the nhl today. The goalie mask hockey heroes series paperback december 5, 2006 by mike leonetti author visit amazons mike leonetti page. For most goaltenders, choosing a mask is based on protection and then design, if not vice versa. Goldmans first book, which was coauthored with dallas stars director of goalie development mike valley, was a twoyear collaboration project. Marc is a goalkeeper who thinks hes pretty good between the pipes. If this is not possible, we do offer some sizing charts to help find the perfect mask. New york rangers mini goalie mask made by pci hand signed in black sharpie by mike richter signed in person after a washington capitals game years ago. It came up in the scan as i had to scan it in two sections and then match things up.
Mask construction mask galleries the head cast cages and accessories. Goalie ebook 3 only those who have worn a goalies mask and pads and anchored themselves between the pipes of a hockey net can relate to all of the intricacies and nuances that come with being a goaltender. He would actually spend the entire next season with dallas in the central league. It would make an awesome coffee table book, encouraging discussion as guests flip through the photographic evidence of the evolution of the goalie mask, conjuring up old memories of years gone by. Jacques plante was the first goaltender to create and use a practical mask in 1959.
With over 4000 coloring pages including goalie mask coloring page. It is with these experiences in mind that we have assembled this hockey goalie ebook. A goaltender mask, commonly referred to as a hockey mask or a goalie mask, is a mask worn by ice hockey, inline hockey, and field hockey goaltenders to protect the head from injury. Marc practises his puck handling with his grandfather and listens with interest to the inspiring story of the first goalie to play with a face mask in the national hockey league. We want to build the best mask with the ultimate in fit, performance and durability. Your own goalie mask coloring page printable coloring page. January 17, 1929 february 27, 1986 was a canadian professional ice hockey goaltender. Warwick mask company custom crafted goalie masks, goalie.
These are just a few of the questions that are answered in this definitive book on goalie masks. Franklin sports nhl rage street hockey sx pro gfm goalie face mask franklin sports 29 balai laser replace vam1201,cdm12. Hockey plus and goalies plus 994 briarsdale road harrisburg, pa 17109 phone. Bauer profile 940x senior certified straight bar goalie mask team.
Franklin gfm1500 nhl decal street hockey goalie mask. In its introduction, the new revised edition of the book saving face. Since the initial four teams began playing in november of 1917, the national hockey league has thrilled fans of the sport with hardhitting, fastpaced action. Bauer nme ix senior certified straight bar goalie mask. Saving face book by jim hynes, gary smith, gerry cheevers. Bauer itech goalie replacement junior wire cage mask helmet 2500 1400 hockey.
Find all the books, read about the author, and more. By the way, the discoloring of the cover is not on the book. Grade 24 a young goalie learns about the origins of wearing a face mask while playing hockey and gains confidence in his own skills in the process. Our goalie mask decal kits are perfect for any age hockey player. Custom crafted goalie masks, goalie mask refurbish and reconditioning, and goalie mask repair 810. Gilles gratton is an interesting human being he played 47 games in the nhl as a goaltender, 41 of those with the rangers in the 197677 season. Total ratings 1, vaughn 7400 straight bar replacement goalie cage junior jr hockey certified mask. Kenesky manufacturing inc makes custom made goalie equipment. The 50 best goalie mask designs in nhl history bleacher. Like the masks it chronicles, this book is as functional as it. With about 150 images of goalie masks through the ages, this book is sure to be a hit. Jacques plante is first goalie to regularly don mask also, plantes goaltending had spearheaded the canadiens to four straight stanley cup championships.
The art and history of the goalie mask, by jim hynes and gary smith, proves to be a captivating journey back in time. Jacques plante is first goalie to regularly don mask also, plantes goaltending had spearheaded the canadiens to four straight stanley cup. Montreal maroons goaltender clint benedict is said to have worn a goalie mask after taking a shot in the face. Shop our large goalie masks collection goalies plus. The goalie guild is a nonprofit foundation that educates, inspires, and supports hockey goalies and goalie coaches. Jim was kind enough to answer my questions about the book, the masks and the goalies. Masked marvel bandit csahecc cert kevlar goal mask jr. No one has permission to copy and use these photographs for personal or any other use. Specialized in all aspects of goalie mask construction, ive designed our mask line to include a variety of styles and size ranges and have chosen only top grade materials to go into their construction. Plante was the first nhl goaltender to wear a goaltender mask in regulation play on a regular basis. This large, thickstock book published in 1978 is titled hockey masks and the great goalies who wear them. The art and history of the goalie mask awesome book on the old school goalie masks buy on.
Mask construction all of my masks are hand crafted one at a time by myself so the workmanship is second to none. Franklin sports gfm 1500 street hockey goalie face mask nhl. The art and history of the goalie mask looks at the development of the mask from its earliest days as a rudimentary facesaving device to its current hightech design. The goalkeeper mask guide below is an effort to help determine the difference between a certified cateye face mask and a noncertified cateye face mask.
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