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Lax Goalie Rat Podcast
Welcome to the Lax Goalie Rat Podcast! Where each week Coach Damon features interviews, strategy, and advice for dominating our position - lacrosse goalie! Ever wonder what makes the top lacrosse goalies elite? Me too! So I decided to create a podcast to figure it out. Each week I interview an elite lax goalie, coach, or special guest to find the tools, tactics, drills, and mental mindsets that listeners can use.
Lax Goalie Rat Podcast
LGR 277: Oran Gelinas - Patience, Poise, and Big Saves for the Blue Jays
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Coach Damon Wilson
In this episode of the Lax Goalie Rat Podcast, Johns Hopkins goalie Oren Gelinas breaks down what it really takes to play at the highest level. From starting out in the crease as a kid, to earning starts for Hopkins, Oren shares the drills, routines, and mental game hacks that helped him level up.
You’ll hear how he:
- Uses visualization and self-talk to build confidence.
- Stays loose and patient instead of tensing up on shots.
- Trains his hands, feet, and reaction time with specific goalie drills.
- Deals with bad days, tough games, and bouncing back stronger.
- Creates flow state and plays with freedom instead of overthinking.
If you’re serious about becoming a better goalie, this episode is packed with tips you can try in your next practice or game.
