The Goalie Mindset Podcast

On The Goalie Mindset Podcast , renowned mental performance coach Pete Fry sits down with NHL, NCAA, Major Junior, and professional goaltenders, coaches, and hockey experts to uncover the mental habits, routines, and strategies that separate the best from everyone else. Whether you're a goalie striving for the next level, a parent supporting your athlete, or a coach looking to develop mentally stronger players, each episode delivers practical tools to help you build confidence, handle pressure, bounce back from adversity, and perform at your best when it matters most. With more than 30 years dedicated to researching and teaching the mental game, Pete shares the same mindset principles trusted by elite athletes to help you gain a lasting competitive edge—both on and off the ice.

The Goalie Mindset Podcast is a sports podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 98 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts The Goalie Mindset Podcast, a sports show with 98 episodes published.

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  The Mental Game Changed Everything: Dante Giannuzzi on Confidence, Consistency, and Playing Pro Hockey

  Sep 25, 202639 min

  Send us Fan Mail How much of goaltending is really mental? According to Dante Giannuzzi, it's one of the biggest parts of the game. Yet it's also one of the most overlooked. In this episode of The Goalie Mindset Podcast, Pete Fry sits down with former Portland Winterhawks goaltender, professional goalie, and Certified Goalie Mindset Coach Dante Giannuzzi to talk about the mental tools that completely changed the way he played the game. Pasted text Dante shares how he struggled with consistency early in his WHL career and how learning to train his mind helped him become a more confident, composed, and reliable goaltender. Pete and Dante discuss: Why the mental side of the game deserves as much attention as the physical side How the Three Mental Zones help goalies stay focused throughout a game Why routines create consistency under pressure How the Confidence Anchor became one of Dante's biggest strengths The importance of staying in the Athlete Mindset How to bounce back after a tough goal or difficult game Why backups should prepare exactly like starters Dante also shares stories from working with young goalies as a mindset coach. One of his proudest moments came when a goalie who had been struggling with confidence learned to block out outside opinions, trust himself again, and earned a shutout just days later. Pasted text One message stands out throughout the conversation: If the mental game is one of the biggest parts of goaltending, why wouldn't you train it every day? Whether you're trying to become more consistent, improve your confidence, or simply enjoy the game more, this episode is filled with practical tools you can start using right away. If you're a goalie, coach, or parent looking to understand how elite goalies build confidence and perform consistently, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Stay up to date with everything at https://www.petefry.net/

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  From ‘You Have No Future’ to Proving Them Wrong: Travis Harrington on Belief, Adversity, and the Goalie Mindset

  Sep 11, 202630 min

  Send us Fan Mail What do you do when a coach tells you at 14 years old that you have no future in hockey? In this episode of The Goalie Mindset Podcast, Pete Fry sits down with former goaltender, teacher, and goalie development leader Travis Harrington from Athol Murray College of Notre Dame, one of Canada's longest-running hockey boarding schools. Travis shares a story from his own career that every young goalie and parent should hear. At 14, after struggling to get playing time, Travis finally approached his coach and asked what he needed to do. The response was simple: "You don't have a future in hockey." Instead of quitting, Travis went home and made a decision with the help of his parents. They sat down and created two lists: his hockey goals and his life goals before age 30. Years later, his dad handed those same pieces of paper back to him, and Travis realized just how many of those goals he had accomplished. Pete and Travis get into: How to respond when someone doubts your ability Why young goalies need to learn how to advocate for themselves The power of writing down exactly what you want Why one coach's opinion should never determine your future How putting too much pressure on yourself can actually hurt your performance Why overthinking can burn through your concentration before the game even starts How adversity can become one of your greatest teachers Why the mental game matters far beyond hockey Travis also opens up about another turning point in his career. After a strong rookie season in the BCHL and interest from several Division I schools, he entered the following season putting enormous pressure on himself. He became too serious, overthought the game, and lost his first seven starts. It's a powerful reminder that sometimes trying harder isn't the answer. You have to learn how to trust yourself, enjoy the game, and get out of your own way. The conversation finishes with a look inside the goalie development program at Athol Murray College of Notre Dame, where Travis and his team are working to develop the whole goalie through on-ice training, goalie IQ, video, physical maintenance, and mental training. If you've ever been doubted, struggled with confidence, or put too much pressure on yourself to succeed, this episode will remind you that one difficult chapter doesn't decide where your story ends. Stay up to date with everything at https://www.petefry.net/

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  The KHL Goalie Mindset: Peter Skrabelj on Hunger, Resilience, and Elite Performance

  Jul 31, 202627 min

  Send us Fan Mail What separates the goalies who succeed at the professional level from those who never reach their potential? In this episode of The Goalie Mindset Podcast, Pete Fry sits down with Peter Skrabelj, goalie coach for Traktor Chelyabinsk of the KHL, to discuss the mindset, habits, and character traits that define elite goaltenders. Drawing from years of coaching in one of the world's top professional leagues, Peter shares what he looks for in goalies and why mental toughness is just as important as technical skill. Pete and Peter discuss: Why hunger is the number one quality every elite goalie needs How consistency and daily habits separate good goalies from great ones Why taking responsibility accelerates your development How to stay mentally strong during a long professional season The importance of healthy competition between goalie partners Why preparation and communication build confidence before every start How great goalies respond to adversity instead of making excuses Peter also shares stories from coaching in the KHL, including goalies who exceeded expectations through relentless work ethic and others who struggled after becoming too comfortable. His message is simple: Talent opens the door, but hunger keeps you there. The conversation also explores what makes goalies like Andrei Vasilevskiy, Sergei Bobrovsky, and Jakub Dobeš so successful, highlighting the importance of athleticism, balance, vision, preparation, and a relentless desire to keep improving. If you're a goalie, coach, or parent looking to better understand the mindset required to succeed at the professional level, this episode is packed with practical lessons you can apply both on and off the ice. Stay up to date with everything at https://www.petefry.net/

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  From Wales to Pro Hockey: Nathan Craze on the Goalie Mindset That Lasts

  Jul 17, 202643 min

  Send us Fan Mail How do you go from a kid in Wales watching hockey on TV to coaching goalies at the highest levels of the game? In this episode of The Goalie Mindset Podcast, Pete Fry sits down with Nathan Craze, former professional goaltender and current goalie coach with the Blainville-Boisbriand Armada and Orlando Solar Bears. Nathan shares his incredible journey from discovering hockey in the UK to building an eight-year professional career before transitioning into coaching. Along the way, he explains the lessons that shaped both his career and his philosophy as a goalie coach. Pete and Nathan discuss: Why competing on every single shot matters How preparation separates good goalies from great ones Why playing games is one of the best ways to develop The mindset needed to take advantage of unexpected opportunities What coaches should do to build confidence in their goalies The biggest mistakes coaches make when communicating with goalies Why getting drafted isn't the finish line—and not getting drafted isn't the end of the dream Nathan also shares his perspective on helping top goalie prospect Will Sharpe through the emotional experience of the NHL Draft. His message is one every young goalie needs to hear: Your path might change, but your goal doesn't have to. One of the biggest themes throughout this conversation is that success comes from staying hungry. The goalies who keep improving, keep learning, and keep competing are the ones who give themselves the best chance to succeed. Whether you're a goalie, coach, or parent, there's something in this episode that will change the way you think about development. If you want to learn how elite goalies prepare, compete, and stay ready when opportunity knocks, this episode is definitely worth a listen. Stay up to date with everything at https://www.petefry.net/

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  From Third String to National Champion: Johnny Hicks & Nathan Wolfe on the Goalie Mindset

  Jul 3, 202638 min

  Send us Fan Mail What does it take to go from third-string goalie to helping your team win a national championship? In this episode of The Goalie Mindset Podcast , Pete Fry sits down with Johnny Hicks , fresh off winning the NCAA National Championship with the University of Denver, alongside his longtime goalie coach, Nathan Wolfe . Together, they share the mindset, habits, and relationship that helped Johnny reach one of the biggest moments of his career. This isn't just a conversation about winning. It's about everything that happens before the trophy. Pete, Johnny, and Nathan dive into: How Johnny learned to manage fear and treat it as nothing more than background noise Why routines, positive self-talk, and confidence became the foundation of his game How to bounce back after a goal against without letting it affect the next save Why every game should be treated the same, whether it's opening night or the national championship The importance of staying present instead of chasing results How body language, breathing, and preparation help build confidence Nathan also shares what he saw in Johnny from the very beginning and why his willingness to learn, stay disciplined, and trust the process separated him from so many other goalies. One of the biggest lessons from this episode is simple: Your opportunity may not come when you expect it, but when it does, you need to be ready. Johnny started the season as Denver's third-string goalie . Instead of getting frustrated, he stayed patient, kept learning, trusted his preparation, and was ready when his chance came. That mindset helped lead him all the way to a national championship. If you're a goalie, coach, or parent looking to build confidence, improve your mental game, and learn what it really means to trust the process, this episode is one you won't want to miss. Stay up to date with everything at https://www.petefry.net/

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