The True Faces of Red Goalies

The opposing forward rips a slap shot from the slot. Without time to get his glove up, the Cornell goalie is forced to use his body to block the puck. The shot rises and hits the goalie square in the head. Fortunately, the goalie has his mask to protect him. While such protection is obviously the primary function of goalie masks, masks have also recently become an outlet for goalies’ creativity. Such is the case on the men’s hockey team. All three netminders have unique masks that express their distinct personalities.Men in iron masks: Juniors Troy Davenport (left) and Dan DiLeo (right), along with sophomore Ben Scrivens (center), show off the gear that keeps them safe and stylish between the pipes.