We did not buy my daughter her own gear until like 8th grade. Before that town club let her use gear the Stx girls like light blue is sized for girls. Goalies are a commodity, so not really tryouts just like where they are on a depth chart. Definitely agree about goalie gloves they are a MUST, if you need small size Stx makes size small(10 inch). The Unequal brand (bright green) chest protector is great for girls molds and is less restrictive than ones with plastic plates. Have Mr. Wanderful string a head makes all the difference in throwing!
Otherwise, disagree about goalies being a commodity. I think coaches and directors (at any age group) that play high level tournaments in Maryland and in high stakes games ending with a score or 6-5 or 9-10 would say that a high skilled goalie is a necessity. I guess once you get out of the traditional top 30 clubs maybe the commodity ref is reasonable otherwise need a good one. can carry you far in tournaments especially when your offense stalls or your defense is having an off game.
Would defer to someone else about goalie tryouts. I imagine they vary depending on club. can also tell you some clubs have goalie coaches some don’t. some have Goalie camps during winter and summer run by clubs and others don’t. Don’t go to a club that treat you like a commodity
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