<P> A goaltender mask , commonly referred to as a goalie mask or a hockey mask , is a mask worn by ice hockey , inline hockey , and field hockey goaltenders to protect the head from injury . Jacques Plante was the first goaltender to create and use a practical mask in 1959 . Plante 's mask was a piece of fiberglass that was contoured to his face . This mask later evolved into a helmet / cage combination , and single piece full fiberglass mask . Today , the full fiberglass mask with the birdcage facial protector is the more popular option because it is safer and offers better visibility . </P>
<P> A goaltender mask , commonly referred to as a goalie mask or a hockey mask , is a mask worn by ice hockey , inline hockey , and field hockey goaltenders to protect the head from injury . Jacques Plante was the first goaltender to create and use a practical mask in 1959 . Plante 's mask was a piece of fiberglass that was contoured to his face . This mask later evolved into a helmet / cage combination , and single piece full fiberglass mask . Today , the full fiberglass mask with the birdcage facial protector is the more popular option because it is safer and offers better visibility . </P>
who wore the first goalie mask in hockey
who wore the first goalie mask in hockey
Jacques Plante
Jacques Plante