Goalie Clinics for Travel

Goalie Clinics for GYL Travel

March 19, 2026

Goalie Clinics for Travel

Dear GYL parents and players,


GYL is committed to developing players at all levels and at all positions. We partner with Chris Madalon to run a 9-week clinic focused solely on goalie instruction for our serious and committed goalies in grades 5-8. Goalies are required to attend this practice in addition to their weekday team practice, depending on when their team is scheduled to practice.



Clinic Time and Location


  • Goalie only practices will begin Monday March 23, 2026; the final practice is Monday May 18
  • Girls: Mondays 5:30 to 6:30 @ GHS #6
  • Boys: Mondays 6:30 to 7:30 @ GHS #6
  • Note: if you have conflicts, you can go to either session but check in with your head coach first




Additional Details


Goalie-only practices will be held weekly focusing on fundamentals of goalie play, including:

  • Shot stopping mechanics
  • Clearing & stick handling
  • Positioning (i.e. goalie arc, angles)
  • Communication
  • Rebound control
  • Groundball work
  • Lacrosse IQ
About Chris Madalon
Coach Chris Madalon was a two time High School All-American at Darien High School. Chris went on the University of North Carolina where was an All-ACC Goalie. He then played professionally in the Major Lacrosse League for seven years for the New York Lizards, Atlanta Blaze, and Philadelphia Barrage. In 2019, he was an MLL All-Star for the Blaze and broke the MLL single season save record.
If you have any further questions, speak with your head coach. You may also contact Sarah O'Connor (girls) or Pat Coleman (boys).
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Craig Wingrove