The Goalie Mindset Podcast

It's Not the Size of the Dog in the Fight, But the Size of the Fight in the Dog: Goalie Coach Matt Dopud's Story

• Pete Fry "The Goalie Mindset Guy"

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🎙️ In this episode of The Goalie Mindset Podcast, Pete Fry "the Goalie Mindset Guy" sits down with seasoned goalie coach and former goaltender Matt Dupoud. Matt brings over 15 years of coaching experience and shares his unique journey from growing up in Pointe-Claire, Montreal, to playing in the QMJHL, and now leading goalie development at Shift Performance in Ottawa.

Discover Matt’s personal insights on:
✅ Developing a champion’s mindset from day one in the crease
âś… Lessons learned from coaching NHL-caliber players like Andrei Vasilevskiy and Devin Levi
âś… Overcoming challenges as a "smaller" goaltender and proving doubters wrong
âś… The importance of discipline, patience, and focusing on what you can control
✅ How to make every save count—whether you're a goalie or a parent supporting one

From tales of childhood saves to becoming a trusted coach at the University of Ottawa and the Carleton Place Canadiens, Matt offers invaluable wisdom for athletes and coaches alike.

Get ready to be inspired and take your goalie mindset to the next level. Tune in now! 🚨

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