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What separates goalies who make it to the highest level from those who never quite get there?

In this episode of The Goalie Mindset Podcast, Pete Fry sits down with legendary goalie coach Eli Wilson, who has spent more than 25 years developing some of the best goaltenders in the world, including Carey Price, Devan Dubnyk, Stuart Skinner, Tim Thomas, and many more.

This conversation dives into the mental side of elite performance and what Eli has learned from working with goalies at every level of the game.

Pete and Eli discuss:

• What made Carey Price different from everyone else
• Why focus and concentration separate elite goalies
• The role competitiveness plays in long-term success
• Why some talented goalies never reach their potential
• How confidence, work ethic, and open-mindedness work together
• The biggest mistakes coaches and parents make with goalies
• Why gratitude and perspective matter during difficult seasons

One theme comes up again and again throughout the conversation:

The best goalies never stop trying to get better.

Whether it’s Carey Price, Devan Dubnyk, Stuart Skinner, or Tim Thomas, they all shared a willingness to learn, adapt, and keep improving, even when they were already performing at a high level.

Eli also shares some powerful advice for coaches. Building trust, communicating with your goalies, and focusing on helping them improve is far more effective than criticism, sarcasm, or dwelling on mistakes.

This episode is packed with lessons for goalies, coaches, and parents alike.

🎧 If you want to understand how elite goalies think, learn what separates great competitors from average ones, and discover what it really takes to keep improving year after year, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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What does it take to stay calm, confident, and focused when you're playing in the biggest games of your life?

In this episode of The Goalie Mindset Podcast, Pete Fry sits down with San Jose Sharks prospect Christian Kirsch as he prepares for the Memorial Cup Final after an outstanding season and playoff run.

Christian shares his journey from growing up in Switzerland, moving through the Swiss development system, representing his country at multiple World Championships, and eventually making the jump to North America.

But this conversation goes much deeper than hockey.

Christian opens up about the mindset tools that helped transform his game and how learning to manage confidence, focus, and emotions has allowed him to perform at a higher level.

Pete and Christian discuss:

• How confidence routines changed his game
• Why the Confidence Anchor became one of his most valuable tools
• How to bounce back after a goal against
• The importance of treating every game the same, no matter how big the stage
• Why penalties, breakaways, and high-pressure situations are opportunities, not threats
• How to stay mentally fresh during a long season

One of the most powerful parts of the conversation is Christian's perspective on big games. Whether it's the World Juniors, playoffs, or the Memorial Cup Final, his approach stays the same:

"The puck is still the same size."

He also shares the importance of having an "on-off switch" as a goalie. Being fully locked in at the rink is important, but being able to step away from hockey and recharge is just as critical if you want to stay sharp throughout a long season.

This episode is packed with practical mindset lessons that goalies can start using immediately.

🎧 If you're looking to build confidence, improve your focus, and learn how elite goalies prepare for high-pressure moments, this episode is definitely worth a listen.

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How do you stay in the game for more than 20 years as a professional goalie?

In this episode of The Goalie Mindset Podcast, Pete Fry sits down with former pro goaltender Brett Jaeger, who built a career that lasted over two decades across North America and Europe.

Brett shares his journey from growing up in a tiny town in northern Alberta to playing junior hockey, pro hockey in the ECHL and CHL, and eventually building a long career overseas in England, Denmark, and Germany.

What makes this conversation powerful is how honest it is.

Brett talks about getting thrown into tough situations early, facing 60–70 shots a night as a teenager, struggling through difficult stretches, and learning how to stay mentally steady through it all.

Pete and Brett get into:

• Why playing on weaker teams can actually help goalies grow
• The importance of competing, even when things aren’t going well
• What Brett learned from guys like Robb Tallas and John Stevenson
• Why stretching and recovery helped extend his career
• How confidence and mindset become more important as you move up levels
• The difference between talented goalies and mentally tough goalies

Brett also shares a great message for goalie parents and coaches. Goalies already put enough pressure on themselves. They need support, trust, and room to work through adversity, not embarrassment or panic after every mistake.

One of the best lines from the episode comes from Glenn Hall, who once signed Brett’s blocker with this message:

“Don’t be afraid to sweat.”

That pretty much sums up this whole conversation.

🎧 If you’re a goalie who wants to build confidence, handle adversity better, and learn what it really takes to survive and thrive in pro hockey, this episode is packed with value.

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