About Us
About The Goalie Crease
The Goalie Crease is a third-generation, family-owned and operated goalie equipment store with roots dating back to 1950, when the business began as Ward and Patch Sports. Built on decades of hockey experience and a genuine passion for goaltending, The Goalie Crease was established in 2003 and has grown into one of North America’s most recognized goalie specialty retailers.
Unlike traditional hockey stores, we focus exclusively on goalies. Every product in our store, every member of our team and every recommendation we make is dedicated to the unique needs of the goaltending position.
Our 4,000+ square foot showroom is one of the largest goalie-only retail spaces in North America and the largest dedicated goalie equipment store in the Greater Toronto Area. The showroom is filled wall-to-wall with goalie gear for every age, skill level and budget, including leg pads, catchers, blockers, masks, skates, sticks, chest protectors, pants and accessories.
Behind the showroom, our large warehouse allows us to maintain a deep inventory of goalie equipment from the industry’s leading brands. This means more sizes, more options and better availability for customers shopping both in-store and online.
While our store is located in the Toronto area, we proudly serve goalies throughout Canada and the United States through our growing e-commerce store. Whether you are visiting us in person or ordering online, our goal is to make it easier to find the right goalie equipment with expert guidance you can trust.
What truly separates The Goalie Crease is our experience. Our team consists of goalie equipment experts who understand how every piece of gear should fit, feel and perform. We do not simply sell hockey equipment—we help goalies build complete setups based on their size, playing style, skill level and budget.
Our in-store mini arena gives customers the opportunity to test equipment before stepping onto the ice. This unique try-before-you-buy experience helps remove the guesswork from choosing new gear and gives goalies greater confidence in their purchase.
Customer service, honesty and expertise have remained at the heart of our family business for more than 70 years. We understand that goalie equipment is a significant investment, which is why we focus on recommending what each goalie truly needs—not simply what costs the most.
From first-time goalies to elite-level athletes, The Goalie Crease is proud to be a trusted destination for goalie equipment, professional fitting advice and knowledgeable service across North America.