Showstoppers: Lake’s Best Goalies 2020-2021
Over the last few years, tremendous strides have been taken to increase the safety and functionality of goalie pads for net-minders and the statistics haven’t lied. The saves are increasing and the reflexes from skilled training as well. No more is…
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Continue ReadingOver the last few years, tremendous strides have been taken to increase the safety and functionality of goalie pads for net-minders and the statistics haven’t lied. The saves are increasing and the reflexes from skilled training as well. No more is this evident than the Lake Conference with a chamber of puck-stopping goalies.
This list will feature the players giving their teams the most consistent chance for wins by focusing on the stat: save percentage. The following players are sure to be tested this season looking to dent their unscathed nets.
Lakes’ Top Savers
Eli Andrews Goalie (Sr., Eden Prairie H.S.)
No player has looked more unstoppable coming in for goaltender last year as a Junior filing in last season. Despite limited opportunities, Andrews went 8-1, posting a .911 save percentage, and two shutouts. Look for more from the smooth-skating goalie as one the top leaders for Eden Prairie Eagles in the 2020-2021 season.
Louden Hogg Goalie (Sr., Edina, H.S.)
Last season, Hogg proved why Edina is a factory for developing strong-minded goaltenders. Last season Hogg generated momentum for his team by posting a scorching .927 save percentage; rounding out his season with a 11-9 record and 1.87 goals against. Most impressive was his three shutouts against Wayzata, Chaska, and Grand Rapids.
Zach Haynes Goalie (Sr., Hopkins H.S.)
Despite Hopkins High School’s struggle with their winless conference record and overall team and individual record of 7-15-3; Haynes proved to be a blue-chip and posted a .916 save percentage and 3.06 goals against and one shutout. He was a virtual-machine in net, starting every single game.
To be depended on in the Lake Conference, you must sustain your goaltending. Look for more exciting show-stopping goalies appear from this talented conference.