PLAYER SNAPSHOT
Name: Leyton Rinehart
Hometown: Stillwater, MN
Date of Birth: June 29, 2008
Born: Stillwater, MN
Citizenship: American 🇺🇸
Position: Goalie (G)
Catches: Left
Height / Weight: 6'1" / 180 lbs
Current Team: Woodridge Wolf Pack
League: NE Pack
Graduation Year: 2027
NCAA Eligibility: Registration in progress
Advisor: Brendan West
BIO
A flexible and athletic goaltender who excels in clutch moments with exceptional ice vision and the ability to direct his entire defensive unit. Leyton combines powerful crease presence with strong puck-handling skills, making smart breakout plays for his team. Known for his relentless work ethic and ability to outwork anyone, he maintains a positive attitude and spiritual approach to the game. His versatility in the crease and heads-up play with the puck makes him a top prospect.
NOTABLE:
- Strong golfer who values family time
- Spiritual person with exceptional character
MY STORY
1. WHERE I STARTED
"My hockey journey started with me and my dad skating at open hockey. From the first day I put on goalie pads, I knew this was my position and fell in love with everything about being a goaltender.”
2. CHALLENGES I'VE FACED
"I have been overlooked a lot in my career but that gives me an edge because I don't stop when times get hard. Adversity has made me stronger and even more motivated to prove what I can do.”
3. WHAT DRIVES ME
"No matter how many times I've been overlooked in my career, I know that hard work and dedication will always prevail. Being underestimated only fuels my fire to prove that persistence and commitment are what truly matter in achieving your goals.”
4. WHERE I'M HEADED
"My long-term goal is to play in the NHL, but I heard a saying once to 'be where your feet are.' So my main focus is on what I can do each day to get better and taking it one day at a time. I focus on the present—right now, that means being the best goalie in the NE pack and making the most of every opportunity in front of me.”
STATS
Elite Prospects:
RECRUITMENT GOALS & PREFERENCES
Open to: NCAA Division I, USHL, NAHL, BCHL
Willing to relocate: Yes
Advisor: Brendan West
VIDEO
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ACADEMICS
School: Hill Murray
GPA: 3.3
SAT / ACT: ACT planned
Honors: Honors History
Graduation Year: 2027
Transcript: Available upon request
SCOUTING REPORT
A dedicated goaltender with excellent physical tools and outstanding character traits that project well for junior and college hockey. Combines strong size and athleticism with exceptional work ethic and coachability. Shows genuine desire for improvement and approaches the game as a true student, making him highly teachable and likely to develop rapidly with increased game experience.
Strengths: Work Ethic, Size, Athleticism, Coachability, Attitude, Game Study
Growth Areas: Gaining game experience and consistency at higher levels
TESTIMONIALS
"Leyton has an incredible work ethic, size, passion, and athleticism—but most importantly, he has the desire to become great. His attitude is unbelievable, he listens well, and he's a true student of the game. That's why I believe he has the ability to become a very good junior and college goaltender. He'll be a lot of fun to watch this year as he gains game experience. This is definitely somebody you should keep on your radar."
— Mike Valley, Former NHL Goalie Coach, Dallas Stars
“Leyton has incredible size, work ethic and character—but most importantly, he has the relentless drive to perfect his craft. He doesn’t stop working until you tell him to stop, with an attitude that is consistently outstanding. He’s one of the most coachable kids I’ve had—everything you stress gets applied immediately. That’s why I believe he has the ability to become an exceptional goaltender at the next level. His dedication to continuous improvement will be exciting to watch as he develops.”
— Brian Elliott, Goalie Development Coach, St. Louis Blues
"Leyton drives his own development! Since he was 12 years old, he's been calling me for extra training sessions. He would skate every day if we let him—doesn't matter if it's 6am three times a week, Leyton will be there and put in the work. He's the first goalie I've met who gets along with every partner he's had. He's a genuinely kind person who encourages teammates to be their best. From a goaltending perspective, he has a big frame with tremendous athleticism. He understands how to play big on shots and read passing plays to make difficult saves look easy in scrambles. He'll be a joy to have on any team."
— Casey Rooney, Goalie Coach, ReadReact Hockey
CONTACT
Preferred method of contact:
- Email: [email protected]
Advisor Contact:
- Name: Brendan West
- Phone: +1 (857) 972-4078
