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The T-push is used to move bigger distances quickly. A pass between
point men or a two on one with a rink wide pass would be two examples of
where the T-push is commonly used. To execute a proper T-push you place
your feet in a T-shape with the toe of one skate pointing in the direction you
want to go.
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As with the shuffle, you forcefully explode with the back leg, pushing in
the direction you want to go. As soon as you push off you should quickly
bring the back leg in to close the 5-hole.
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One draw back to the T-push is the fact that it does actually open up
the 5- hole and if you are not careful a smart shooter will beat you. Again,
your stance should remain in the proper ready position; butt down and gloves
out and open.
ADVANCED TIP
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Sometimes you are pushing across with a quick pass that might be
one-timed. It is a good idea to lead with your stick and gloves in this
situation. By this I mean, get your glove and stick over as you start to push
off and bring in the rest of your body as soon as possible. You may be able
to rob someone of a sure goal. Too many goalies move across with the glove
down and out of position and don't get it up into position until the puck is
already in the net.
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It is the same story with the stick. Try to get that stick over and flat a
split second earlier that the rest of your body. It is common for the young
goaltender to be over properly on this play but because they were slow
getting that stick into position, the red light is on again. Focus on this and you
will save yourself 5 - 10 goals a year easily!
Hyper Stick Error
! This error can be seen when a goalie moves or slides laterally. The stick
is "whipped" across in a sliding motion with great velocity. It appears like a
backhanded fly swatter type motion. I'm sure who ever taught this wants the
goalie to lead with the stick and fill the 5 hole during lateral moves. OF
COURSE.
However, the stick should slightly lead the lateral movement BUT be
almost stationary and controlled in relation to the slide. That is to say, it