Meet COACH

vince capano

Vince Capano Goaltending focuses on building goalies through steady, long-term growth. Our approach prioritizes technical skill, game awareness, and confidence, supported by consistent habits and parent education. We aim to develop well-rounded goalies prepared for every challenge on the ice.

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TRAINING SERVICES

Tailored programs designed to develop goalies at every level through focused skill-building and strategic insight.

ALL AGES

PRIVATE TRAINING

One-on-one sessions that target individual technical skills and personalized game strategies.

ALL AGES

SEMI-PRIVATE TRAINING

Small group sessions (2-on-2) that encourage competitive drills and shared learning experiences.

ALL AGES

TEAM GOALIE PRACTICE

Structured group practices designed to enhance team dynamics and position-specific tactics

ALL AGES

VIDEO ANALYSIS

Detailed breakdowns of performance to identify strengths and areas for improvement

ALL AGES

CONSULTING SERVICES

For Parents & Goalies - Guidance sessions focused on development plans, mindset, and effective communication.

ALL AGES

MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

Connects young goalies with experienced players to build confidence and foster growth.

GOALIE development success stories

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July 27, 2026
Follow Ari's inspiring journey in goalie coaching. Learn how tailored training helps young athletes recover & build confidence.
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July 7, 2026
Lucas and Applewood U11A Cap Off an Incredible Season
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July 7, 2026
Ben Wins Shootout Competition at the CAN/AM Tournament in Montreal
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July 7, 2026
Connor Captures West End Classic Championship After Strong Start to Summer Training
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July 3, 2026
We feature Goalie Luka for his outstanding performance in his 2025-2025 season with Lorne Park
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June 28, 2026
Highlights of the 2025-2025 Season

Philosophy

LONG-TERM DEVELOPMENT

Not short-term results

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Techical Development

Technical development is the improvement of a goalie's tracking, reaction, movement, positioning, and save execution through proper training.

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Game Understanding

Confidence Building

Parent Education

Consistent Habits

what our community says

testimonials

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Vince has been working with my son over the past year and has truly helped him develop into a great goalie. It was his mission to move him from A to AA level in one season, and he was able to achieve that. Vince is very committed to my son and his development, ensuring that he provides him with video clips and notes so that he is able to take something away from each of the sessions.


Vince focuses on every aspect of being a great goalie, whether it be the technical skills or the emotional side and the mental challenges with being a goalie; he works with my son to ensure that he is calm and prepared for any situation.


I appreciate Vince's ability to balance positive and constructive feedback, to ensure that my son understands what he is doing well, as well as letting him know where he needs to grow further.

My son has grown tremendously since the start of last year, and we are truly looking forward to continuing to work with Vince through next season and beyond


WILLIAM PORTER

Ari's Dad

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We’re incredibly grateful for everything Coach Vince has done for Luka.  Since working with Vince, Luka has become more confident, focused, and resilient on the ice. He has learned to trust himself, move past mistakes, and stay

mentally strong during games.  Luka had an outstanding season, and we believe Coach Vince played a big role

in that success. His guidance has helped Luka grow not only as a goalie but also as an athlete.


Thank you, Coach Vince, for your support and positive influence. We’re excited to see Luka continue to grow and develop with your guidance.

Deana & Jure

Luka's Parents

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As a parent, I couldn't be happier with the coaching my son Lucas has received. Coach Vince brings a level of detail and organization that stands out immediately, and every session feels purposeful.


What I appreciate most is the human approach he takes with my son. He doesn't just coach skills, but he coaches kids. He takes the time to understand Lucas as an individual, not just as a goalie, which makes a real difference in how Lucas responds to feedback and instruction. The follow-up videos he provides after sessions have been incredibly valuable. They clearly highlight specific areas for improvement and give Lucas a concrete way to track his own progression over time. It's a level of communication and care that goes well beyond what we expected. He's also been steady and motivating during difficult moments, and what has touched me as a parent is that when our team was fighting for the Gold GTHL medal in our division, Coach Vince called Lucas a few hours before his final game and assured him that he would perform great, this really touched our hearts, and rather than adding pressure, he helped Lucas stay focused and confident.

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We're grateful to have a coach, Vince, who combines technical expertise with genuine care for his players' growth, both as athletes and as young people.

ALINA

Lucas' Mom

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Since training with Vince over the past few months, we’ve seen major improvements in our son’s game. What really stands out is how personalized every session is. Vince watches his games and practices, identifies exactly what needs work, and builds each training session around those areas.


He genuinely cares about each goalie’s overall development, not just what happens during the hour on the ice. He’s always available to answer our questions, provide guidance, and help us understand what our son should be focusing on throughout the season.


One thing we really appreciate is that every session is led by Vince himself, so there’s consistency in the coaching and development instead of working with a different instructor each time. The video reviews and detailed lesson plans have been incredibly valuable, giving us clear feedback and helping reinforce what was taught on the ice.

We couldn’t be happier with the progress we’ve seen and would highly recommend Vince to any goalie looking to build confidence and take their game to the next level.

CHRIS S.

Zach's Dad

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"Our team’s goalie performance has noticeably improved after attending the specialized practices. Vince’s methods are clear and effective."

coach mike l.

2 weeks ago

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I can’t recommend coach Vince Capano enough! His personalized approach and deep knowledge of goaltending have greatly boosted my child's confidence and skills on the ice. It's been amazing to see their growth under his guidance!

BOB parent

1 year ago

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