The term “goal crease” refers to a specific area within an ice hockey rink.  On every ice hockey rink, there is a goal at each end. An ice hockey goal is similar to a football field goal.  Right in front of both goals at an ice hockey rink, one will find a goal crease which is  popularly known as the  “goalie crease”. This is an area reserved for the goalkeeper or goaltender of each hockey team. Measuring a half radius of 6 feet, the crease is an area where the goaltender makes it difficult for an opposing team to strike a score. The goaltender can be easily be recognized as he wears additional protective gear such as goal pads and gauntlet pads.

A sporting goods store in Richmond Ontario was named after that particular area on the ice hockey rink. The Goalie Crease is a retail store specializing in equipment for ice hockey goaltenders and other members of an ice hockey team. As a matter of interest, the sport itself dates back to ancient times but the very first ice hockey league was started in Kingston, Ontario. Richmond and Kingston are both found in the eastern coast of Canada, a place where many lakes and inland waters get frozen during the winter, making the areas ideal hockey rinks for future ice hockey players.

Inside the Goalie Crease itself, one will find a mini – ice hockey rink where customers can test ice hockey equipment before purchasing them. Since they opened their new outlet in 2007, they have given their customers a wider array of ice hockey equipment. The store employs seasoned and expert ice hockey coaches and instructors to assure each customer that their requirements are met each time they visit the store. Many clients have also found that their damaged straps and pads may be hand – stitched at the store. They can as well avail of competent repairs  on skate rivets and mask hardware.  Aside from providing for the growing needs of people involved in the game, one will find state – of – the – art equipment that sharpens ice hockey skates. The people of Ward and Patch Sports, the company that built the store, find ways to improve their services and products by keeping themselves informed about the latest trends in the game and being sensitive to the wants and needs of their clientele. Located at 13270 Yonge Street, Lower Unit, Richmond Hill, Ontario, the store's friendly personnel will be happy to provide the best service to anyone who is interested in the exciting world of ice hockey.