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UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Where It All Began: The Vision Behind M1 Goalkeeping
Edmonton, Alberta
Meet Phil Michailides, founder and head coach of M1 Goalkeeping. What started as a desire to share knowledge and help goalkeepers improve has grown into a mission to develop confident athletes, strengthen the goalkeeper community, and inspire the next generation of players through high-quality coaching.
M1 Goalkeeping Leads Goalkeeper Training at FTF Canada Edmonton Combine
July 5, 2026
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping was proud to lead the goalkeeper sessions at the FTF Canada Edmonton Combine, helping athletes prepare to showcase their abilities in front of university coaches and scouts. The event reflects M1's ongoing commitment to providing meaningful development opportunities and supporting goalkeepers as they pursue the next level of their game.
Celebrating a Season of Growth and Partnership
May 11, 2026
Edmonton, Alberta
As another indoor and outdoor season comes to a close, M1 Goalkeeping is proud to recognize the clubs, academies, athletes, and families who trusted us with their goalkeeper development. From grassroots programs to competitive academies, every partnership has helped strengthen our mission of developing confident, skilled goalkeepers across Alberta.
M1 Goalkeeping Joins Global GKI Summer Combine Series
May 9, 2026
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping is proud to partner with Global GKI and FTF Events as part of the 2026 Summer Combine Series. Through this collaboration, M1 will help deliver high-level goalkeeper training in Edmonton, providing athletes with the opportunity to train in a professional combine environment alongside experienced goalkeeper coaches.
Coach Lindsay Kitson Named Player of the Game at the Mini World Cup
March 28, 2025
Edmonton, Alberta
Congratulations to M1 Goalkeeping coach Lindsay Kitson on being named Player of the Game at the Mini World Cup. Lindsay continues to lead by example both as a coach and as a competitor, demonstrating the passion, dedication, and excellence that inspire every goalkeeper who trains with M1.
M1 Launches 2026 Spring Goalkeeper Training Sessions
March 12, 2026
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping is excited to launch its 2026 Spring Goalkeeper Training Program at Homefield YEG. Featuring six high-intensity sessions for youth and adult goalkeepers, the program is designed to improve shot-stopping, footwork, distribution, confidence, and game-ready decision-making in a focused, high-performance environment.
Spring & Summer Goalkeeper Training Returns for 2026
February 15, 2026
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping is excited to announce the return of its Spring & Summer Small Group Goalkeeper Training Program. With weekly sessions focused on technical development, confidence, and game-specific decision-making, the program continues M1's commitment to providing high-quality goalkeeper training in a personalized small group environment.
M1 Goalkeeping Leads Training with Juventus Academy
February 11, 2026
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping recently partnered with Juventus Academy to deliver specialized goalkeeper training for female youth athletes. The session focused on confidence, reaction speed, and technical development while providing young goalkeepers with a positive, challenging environment to continue growing their game.
M1 Goalkeeping Inspires the Next Generation with Scottish United
December 14, 2025
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping recently partnered with Scottish United to introduce young athletes to the fundamentals of goalkeeping. Led by Coaches Gaelyn, Jana, Lizzy, and Lindsay, the session focused on building confidence, developing core skills, and creating a fun, positive environment where the next generation of goalkeepers could thrive.
M1 Goalkeeping Partners with Greater St. Albert Sports Academy
December 4, 2025
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping recently had the opportunity to work with the talented goalkeepers of the Greater St. Albert Sports Academy. Led by Coach Sanjay, the session focused on technical development, confidence, and creating a positive learning environment where athletes were challenged to improve every step of the way.
M1 Goalkeeping Launches Training at Athletes Hangar
November 11, 2025
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping is excited to bring goalkeeper training to Athletes Hangar in partnership with Northside United FC. The new indoor facility provides an outstanding environment for technical development, reaction training, and game-specific goalkeeper sessions, helping athletes continue their growth throughout the indoor season.
M1 Goalkeeping Brings Specialized Training to Central Alberta
October 27, 2025
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping traveled to Central Alberta as Coach Lindsay Kitson and Coach Jana Lesk led goalkeeper training sessions with Ponoka Storm and Red Deer Renegades. The visit provided an opportunity to share specialized coaching, support local athletes, and strengthen goalkeeper development beyond the Edmonton region.
Indoor Training Returns as M1 Welcomes Scottish PDP
October 9, 2025
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping officially kicked off the indoor training season while welcoming Scottish PDP to the M1 community. The new season brings fresh opportunities for goalkeepers to develop their technical skills, confidence, and game awareness through specialized training in a challenging and supportive environment.
M1 Goalkeeper Brianna Olynyk Begins Senior Season at Lewis University
August 23, 2025
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping is proud to support Brianna Olynyk as she begins her senior season with Lewis University. Through years of dedication, perseverance, and hard work, Brianna has continued to develop both on and off the field. We wish her the very best as she takes on another exciting collegiate season.
M1 Goalkeeper Jana Prepares for Her Season at Red Deer Polytechnic
August 11, 2025
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping is proud to support Jana as she begins an exciting new season with the Red Deer Polytechnic Women's Soccer program. Her dedication, consistency, and passion for the position have earned her this opportunity, and we look forward to following her journey throughout the season.
M1 Goalkeeper Tim Earns Trial Opportunity in Croatia
June 25, 2025
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping is proud to celebrate Tim as he travels to Croatia for an exciting professional trial opportunity. His dedication, hard work, and commitment have earned him the chance to compete on an international stage, and we couldn't be more excited to support him on this next step in his journey.
M1 Goalkeeping Welcomes New Partners and Sponsors
May 20, 2025
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping is proud to recognize the incredible organizations that support our mission of developing the next generation of goalkeepers. Through the continued partnership of local businesses and industry leaders, we are able to strengthen our programs, invest in athlete development, and create high-quality training experiences for goalkeepers across Edmonton and the surrounding communities.
M1 Goalkeeper Rosty Crowned 2025 Futsal Champion
April 21, 2025
Edmonton, Alberta
Congratulations to M1 goalkeeper Rosty on winning the 2025 Futsal Championship with Team Ukraine. His composure, dedication, and performances throughout the tournament reflect the hard work and commitment that define the M1 Goalkeeping community. We're proud to celebrate this outstanding achievement and look forward to seeing his continued success.
Spring & Summer Small Group Training Opens
April 12, 2025
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping launched its Spring & Summer Small Group Training Program, offering focused goalkeeper sessions with a maximum of three athletes per group. Designed to maximize individual attention, these sessions help goalkeepers develop technical skills, decision-making, and confidence in a personalized training environment.
M1 Goalkeeping Welcomes Lindsay Kitson to the Coaching Team
April 7, 2025
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping is excited to welcome Lindsay Kitson to the coaching team. With professional playing experience across Italy, Portugal, and Israel, along with an accomplished collegiate career and leadership in goalkeeper development, Lindsay brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to help guide the next generation of goalkeepers.
2025 Winter Goalkeeper Training Program Launches
December 20, 2024
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping announced its 2025 Winter Goalkeeper Training Program, featuring ten high-performance training sessions for athletes aged 14–18. Led by experienced goalkeepers and a certified head coach, the program focused on technical development, decision-making, and building confidence in a challenging, supportive environment.
M1 Goalkeeping Trains with KC Trojans Goalkeepers
December 14, 2024
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping recently had the opportunity to work with the KC Trojans goalkeepers during a dedicated training session focused on technical development, confidence, and game-ready decision-making. The athletes brought outstanding energy and determination, making for a productive day of learning and growth. We look forward to seeing their continued progress throughout the season.
M1 Coaches Attend the 2024 GGI Goalkeeper Conference
December 5, 2024
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping attended the 2024 GGI Conference in Toronto, joining goalkeeper coaches from across the country for educational sessions, expert panel discussions, and professional development. By continuing to learn from leaders in the game, M1 remains committed to bringing modern coaching methods and new ideas back to every training session.
Madison Kempster Earns All-Conference Honours and Provincial Championship
October 30, 2024
Edmonton, Alberta
Congratulations to M1 Goalkeeper Madison Kempster on an outstanding collegiate season with Concordia. Madison earned ACAC All-Conference honours while helping lead her team to a Provincial Championship, conceding just five goals during the regular season and only one throughout the provincial tournament. Her achievement reflects the dedication, resilience, and commitment that define the M1 Goalkeeping community.
M1 Goalkeeping Partners with NSU Edmonton
October 29, 2024
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeeping is proud to partner with NSU Edmonton to support the development of young goalkeepers across the club. The partnership began with successful training sessions for U12–U17 and U8–U11 goalkeepers, providing specialized coaching in a positive, challenging environment. Together, M1 and NSU are committed to helping the next generation of goalkeepers reach their full potential.
M1 Goalkeepers Represent Edmonton Scottish at Senior Nationals
October 16, 2024
Edmonton, Alberta
M1 Goalkeepers Scott Hornbeck and Jay Vetsch proudly represented Edmonton Scottish Major League at the Canadian Senior Nationals in Surrey, British Columbia. Both athletes credited the M1 coaching staff for helping them prepare physically, mentally, and technically for one of the biggest competitions of the season, highlighting the impact of consistent, high-quality goalkeeper training.
M1 Goalkeepers Shine with Back-to-Back Clean Sheets
October 14, 2024
Edmonton, Alberta
Two M1 Goalkeeping athletes delivered outstanding performances for NAIT this weekend, helping the team secure six valuable points with back-to-back clean sheets. Their dedication, preparation, and composure in goal reflect the commitment to excellence that M1 strives to develop in every goalkeeper. Congratulations on an incredible achievement, and best of luck for the remainder of the season.