Matt Goudis kicking it with HSN

By: Kyle Blank – www.Hurricanesportsnation.com

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Former Miami kicker Matt Bosher had a brilliant career at Miami, but unfortunately he will be graduating and the Hurricanes need a replacement for him. Former Michigan commit Matt Goudis will be competing for a spot as the Miami kicker in 2011. Recently we got a chance to catch up with Matt.

HSN: Matt congratulations on your commitment. How does it feel to be a cane?

Matt Goudis: It feels great to be a part of a program with great tradition like the Hurricanes.

HSN: What was the major difference between the Michigan Wolverines and the Hurricanes?

Matt Goudis: There was a variety of factors that led to my switch. I grew up in South Florida and I have a lot of family and friends down there. I also prefer kicking in a warm weather climate like Miami as well. The final factor that led me to become a cane was coach Al Golden. He is not only a great coach, but he is also a great guy. I believe he will get the program turned around.

HSN: What was your favorite part of your visit? What part of the trip did you enjoy the most, and why did you end up committing while you were still on campus?

Matt Goudis: I loved that the weather was in the 70’s in January. That was great. I also could see that the coaches understood teh importance of having a good kicking game. That’s why I made my decision.

HSN: What are your feelings toward the coaching staff?

Matt Goudis: They’re great, they are relentless recruiters, and they are determined to get Miami back to being a national power.

HSN: The canes already have a kicker on their roster in Jake Weiclaw. Did that affect your decision? Do you think you can come in and play right away as a freshman?

Matt Goudis: I committed knowing about that situation. I just feel that if I compete I will get a chance to play as a true freshman. All I want is a chance.

HSN: Matt Bosher was a fan favorite for his hustle on special teams. Would you be willing to make a tackle if necessary?

Matt Goudis: Yes, I pride myself on being an athletic kicker. I played some defensive back in high school and I ran a 4.5 in the 40. I have no problem going in to make a stop.

HSN: Is kicking more about leg muscle or technique?

Matt Goudis: A good mix of both.You have to be strong and explosive on kickoffs, but technique has to be flawless to be an elite consistent field goal kicker.Most field goals are taken within 45 yards so leg strength really doesn’t play a factor, its all about the technique and whether you can be automatic from that range.

HSN: How do you feel when the game is on the line and all that stands between a win and a loss is your kick? Do you embrace the situation?

Matt Goudis: Yes, some people are scared of it but that’s what excites me the most to be able to win the game, nothing feels better.

HSN: Have you had any game winners?

Matt Goudis: I’ve had two. My freshman year I was playing varsity. We were playing the defending state champs and i hit a 37 yard game winner at age 14.

(Francisco Garcia on the interview)

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