The NAHL has announced that Philadelphia Rebels goalie Owen Crudale is the NAHL Goaltender of the Month for December.

The San Diego native showed off his ability between the pipes for his squad as Crudale continues to be a cornerstone for the Rebels.

Out of Philadelphia’s 12 wins on the season, 11 of those victories came with Crudale between the pipes. For December, he walked away with a .950 save percentage and a 2.00 goals-against average. Every win he picked up in December for the Rebels was a huge victory as they were against top teams in the East Division.

Starting on Dec. 6, the Rebels were facing the previously ranked No. 2 squad in the division, the Maine Nordiques. During the game, he saved 39 of 41 shots, allowing the Rebels to earn a 4-2 victory. The 19-year-old topped his performance the next night with a season-high of 48 saves as the Rebels edged out a 2-1 win against the Nordiques.

Crudale shares his appreciation for his teammates during this month of matchups.

“It is an honor and I could not have done it without the team in front of me, so all the credit in the world to them,” Crudale said. “I think I really dialed in on the little details that I have been working on all season so far. It is starting to show now.”

The ‘05 goaltender produced his first shutout of the season on Dec. 21 against the Maryland Black Bears. Crudale handled the pressure as this matchup moved into a shootout with both squads scoreless. He prevented Maryland from scoring and allowed Philadelphia to pick up their first shootout win of the season.

Head coach of the Rebels Justin Hale explains the work he has seen Crudale put in.

“Very happy for Owen,” Hale said. “He continues to put in the work every day, both on and off the ice. The guys love playing in front of him. He has made some big saves and helped the team earn some important wins this last month.”

Back home, Crudale played for the Anaheim Jr. Ducks and San Diego Saints.

Photo/Philadelphia Rebels

— NAHL Staff

(January 4, 2025)