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“We goaltenders tend to be very proud bastards.” quote by Gerry Cheevers
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“We goaltenders tend to be very proud bastards.”

Gerry Cheevers

About This Quote

Source Interview: Sports Magazine, 1978, Gerry Cheevers

Goaltenders often develop a strong sense of pride due to the high‑pressure nature of their role.

In simple terms: Goalies become proud because of their job.

Key Takeaway

Balance confidence with humility.

Themes

pride sports psychology

Mood

determined reflective

Type

sports motivational

When to use this quote

  • coaching
  • leadership
  • mental health
  • team building

Key Concepts

performance pressure team dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does pride affect your performance?
  • When is confidence too much?
A Different Perspective

Pride can become arrogance, harming teamwork.

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