CURRENT STUDENTS/ALUMNI

ATHLETES

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"I’ve been with Matt for about two years now and I honestly cannot thank him enough for the little details that I have implemented into my game through his teachings. Matt takes the time with me to improve one specific thing and to master that skill set to make sure that the progression is done right and that it becomes subconscious. My first year working with Matt, I had just returned from the U-17 program with Hockey Canada and the feedback i got from them was that I needed to work on my routes in the crease and become more efficient in my movements. I came back to Matt and told him my feedback and we immediately went to work. Simple as it sounds, we went back to basics. We started cleaning up my pushes, whether it was T-push or slide we wanted to be faster, not by using more power, but by controlling our edges in our skates and getting to positions in the crease more efficiently. Through his help in this specific skill set I have really improved my skating pathways. Matt and I still have a lot of work to do and there is always room to improve. I would recommend any goalie I knew looking for help to Matt without a doubt. "

Hunter Jones Peterborough Petes OHL

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"Since joining MSGI my experience has been both incredibly positive and beneficial, The program has helped me refine my game and give me the skills that an elite goaltender possesses. I have been with many coaches but what separates MSGI from everyone else is the level of coaching. Matt blends tactics, skills, focus and raw passion for the position to create a positive learning environment. The environment allows goaltenders of all ages and skill levels to reach their unlocked potential."

Christian Propp- North Bay Battalian (OHL)
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"I worked with Matt and his staff the last three years both in season and off season, he has taught me what it takes to be a pro. He is positive and can adapt easily to the needs of each individual goaltender. He has gone above and beyond to help improve my game and will do whatever it takes for his students. Matt’s attention to detail is what really sets him apart from most coaches. He sees aspects of my game others don’t which makes a huge impact. He has an ability to focus on one aspect until it is efficient and not rush through drills and reps for maximum results. I have learned there are no repetitions off when I am working with Matt. He sets goals with all his goaltenders and always presents a clear vision and timeline for our improvement. Specifically we worked a lot on my skating and efficient routes to allow me to get set faster, which helped me play to my strengths as a goaltender.  

Our relationship is awesome on and off the ice. He always has time to chat and clarify any issues you may feel you have in your game. He really helped me through my first season with Guelph in the OHL. It was a tough season results wise but his vision and passion kept my focus on what was important, simply getting better every day. Matt has been a big reason for the success I have had at the OHL level.

There is a reason I make a two hour drive each summer to work with Matt and his staff in the off season. "

Anthony Popovich Guelph Storm (OHL)
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" Matt has been my goaltending coach since I was 8. We set a goal to be the first goaltender selected in the OHL draft, I am proud to say we accomplished it. I have worked with many different goaltending coaches over the years but not comes close to training Matt provides. His attention to detail and his ability to understand his students through persistence and a clear vision is what sets him apart. You can trust Matt to put your needs above all else."

Tristian Lennox Saginaw Spirit (OHL)
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"Working with Matt has been critical for my progression to the OHL. He has made my game significantly more effective by focusing on precise skating patterns, movements, and path ways to the puck. Matt has been a pleasure to work with and I would recommend him to anyone looking to improve their game." 

Colton Incze Niagara Ice Dogs (OHL)  
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"Working with Matt and his staff has been amazing for my development both as a goaltender and a person. His attention to detail is unmatched and it shows in the improvements of my game. He has a proven track record of developing goaltenders at the highest level. If you want to take your game to its peak, this is the only place to train."

Jet Greaves Barrie Colts (OHL)
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"Working with MSGI has shaped my game and taken it to a new level. With all the knowledge and in depth training it is easily the place to train if you want to become elite."

Nico Daws- Guelph Storm (OHL)

COACHES
&
EXECUTIVES

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"Matt Smith has been the Guelph Storm goaltending coach for the past 4 seasons and has significantly improved the performance of our goaltenders. Every goaltender we have had in our system has had considerably more success, then in the past. Under Matt's tutelage our goaltenders have set franchise records in wins, shutouts, minutes played and won an OHL championship. Under his guidance I feel all our goaltenders have had easily 25% improvement.  He is young, passionate, energetic, a great relationship builder, a superb teacher, and his technical knowledge is amazing. I believe any NHL team would be fortunate to have him in their organization."

Mike Kelly General Manager Guelph Storm OHL   

"Our Organization hired Matt in 2012 to work with our goaltenders and I am happy to report that they have improved tremendously through his attention to detail, work ethic, and general knowledge towards the position. I am happy to recommend Matt Smith Goaltending Inc. to any goaltender trying to take their game to another level."

Scott Walker Vancouver Canucks (NHL)
Player Development
"Matt is someone with very high character. I think his experience is a huge asset for young goaltenders. I would highly recommend any goaltenders who want to learn from someone who has played and coached at an elite level."

Steve Spott Assistant coach San Jose Sharks (NHL)

CURRENT STUDENTS/ALUMNI 



Garret Sparks Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL)
Jordan Ruby  Brampton Beast (ECHL)
Hunter Jones Peterborough Petes (OHL)
Jet Greaves Barrie Colts (OHL)
Tristian Lennox Saginaw Spirit (OHL)
Ben Gaudreau Sarnia Sting (OHL)
Matt Mancina Mississauga Steelheads (OHL)
Bradley Vanschubert Owen Sound Attack (OHL)
Anthony Popovich Guelph Storm (OHL)
Dan Dekoning Owen Sound Attack (OHL)
Colton Incze Niagara Ice Dogs (OHL)
Christian Propp North Bay Battalion (OHL)
Justin Nichols Oshawa Generals (OHL)
Liam Herbst Guelph Storm (OHL)
Andrew Masters University Miami Ohio Redhawks (NCAA D1)
Dan Morrison Canisus Collge Griffins (NCAA D1)
Michael Nishi University of Toronto (CIS)
Joshua Davies Plattsburgh Cardinals (NCAA D3)
Josh Leis Plattsburgh Cardinals (NCAA D3)
Jackson Macintosh Trenton Golden Hawks(OJHL)
Matt Chan Hawksbury Hawks (CCHL)
Nico Daws Guelph Storm (OHL)
Matt Onuska Kingston Frontenacs Prospect 
Riley McCabe London Knights Prospect 
Robert Andreakos Saginaw Spirit Prospect
Matt Dunsmoor Mississauga Steelheads Prospect 
Kyle Curtin Peterborough Petes Prospect 

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