Behind the Mask (BTM) was founded in 1994 by former professional hockey player Randy Exelby. Randy graduated from Lake Superior State University playing 4 years of Varsity hockey. Drafted by the Montreal Canadiens Randy played in Sherbrooke in the American Hockey League (AHL), capturing the top goalie and lowest goals against average while there. Randy had a cup of coffee with the Montreal Canadiens (NHL) backing up Patrick Roy on numerous occasions.

Traded to Edmonton Randy landed in Phoenix to play with the International Hockey League (IHL) Phoenix Roadrunners. Randy had several stints with the Edmonton Oilers (NHL).After retiring Randy started goalie schools in both the USA and Canada which he still continues in the greater Phoenix area along with player and inline schools. 

With Randy's playing experience and passion for the game Behind the Mask (BTM) was created to not only provide hockey equipment but also to help with proper fitting and selection of equipment. As hockey grew Behind the Mask expanded to its 3 retail store locations covering greater Phoenix. Behind the Mask specializes in goal equipment. Behind the Mask also takes pride in its world class service, knowledgeable staff (all of whom play and have the same passion of hockey as Randy), and great selection of the top name products and great prices. 

Behind the Mask is a full service hockey shop. From purchasing new equipment to servicing, repairing, upgrading skates and equipment, all the services making BTM an industry leader. Visit one of our 5 convenient locations located throughout the greater Phoenix, AZ area (Phoenix, Peoria/Chandler Hockey Shops) including both DSCC ice rinks (Peoria/Chandler Team Shops).

Behind the Mask is a proud member of The Hockey Group.  The Hockey Group (THG) is the leader in hockey equipment sales and knowledge.  THG is made up of 9 top retailers from across the United States.  THG has exclusive products only available to those 9 retailers.  These products are noted with the THG logo beside the products.  THG offers the best products and service in the industry.

Behind the Mask is proud to service all your hockey needs. Please feel free to contact Randy or any of the knowledgeable hockey staff with all your hockey needs.

800.321.4947