Best ABCA Podcasts (2025)

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Alan Jaeger & Randy Sullivan - Return to Throwing Manual & Schedule 2.0 1:05:45

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Next up on the ABCA Podcast are Alan Jaeger and Randy Sullivan. Jaeger is the CEO/Founder of Jaeger Sports and has been on the forefront of arm and mental health in the baseball community for over 30 years. Sullivan is the CEO/Founder of the Florida Baseball ARMory, author of eight books on baseball pitching and also has over 30 years of experience…

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Insights from the 2025 ABCA Youth Baseball Summit 1:23:51

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This special episode features Insights from the 2025 ABCA Youth Baseball Summit, with powerful voices from across the game: Rob Hahne Duke Baxter Mike Cassidy Deven Morgan Together, we dive into the conversations, challenges, and solutions that came out of the 2025 ABCA Youth Baseball Summit in Austin, Texas. You’ll hear about coaching education, p…

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Pat Casey - 2026 ABCA Hall of Fame Inductee, Oregon State 1:16:14

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Finishing our 2026 ABCA Hall of Fame Class interviews Pat Casey etched his name among the greats in college baseball history, leading Oregon State to national prominence during a coaching career that spanned more than three decades. Casey served as head coach at George Fox University (Ore.) from 1988 to 1994, compiling a 171-113-1 (.602) record bef…

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Gary Thrapp - Beyond the Baseline 1:08:02

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This week we’re joined by Gary Thrapp, founder of Beyond The Baseline and author of The Wild World of Youth Sports. Gary pulls back the curtain on the current state of youth sports — the good, the bad, and the uncomfortable truths we don’t talk about enough. From parental pressure and over-competition to the long-term impact on kids, this conversat…

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Sam Piraro - 2026 ABCA Hall of Fame Class Inductee, San Jose State 1:09:10

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Continuing our 2026 ABCA Hall of Fame Class interviews, this week’s ABCA Podcast features one of California’s most influential and respected baseball minds: Sam Piraro. With a career spanning high school, junior college, and NCAA Division I baseball, Piraro forged a legacy defined by program-building, competitive excellence, and lasting impact. Pir…

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Chuck Wolf - Saving The Athletic Elbow 1:21:47

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This week we welcome Chuck Wolf, founder of Saving The Athletic Elbow and Human Motion Associates — one of the leading voices in movement science, injury prevention, and athletic performance. Chuck breaks down how proper movement patterns, smart training, and early intervention can protect young athletes and keep them performing at their best. His …

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Michael Jacobs - 2025 ABCA/Soldier Sports High School Div. III Assistant Coach of the Year, Saint Thomas Aquinas (KS) HS 1:04:11

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Joining us this week on the ABCA Podcast is the 2025 ABCA/Soldier Sports High School Div. III Assistant Coach of the Year Saint Thomas Aquinas (KS) assistant coach, Michael Jacobs. Aquinas is coming off back-to-back Kansas Class 5A State Championships and fifth overall for the school. The Saints finished the season with a 27-4 record. Jacobs is a K…

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Andrew Bartman - Savannah Bananas & USA Baseball 1:17:04

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Today on the Clearing The Bases Podcast, we’re joined by one of the most influential voices in youth baseball and coach development—Andrew Bartman of USA Baseball and the electrifying Savannah Bananas! Coach Bartman shares powerful insight on: Coach education & long-term athlete development, the biggest issues facing youth baseball today, what USA …

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Andy High - Baseball Lessons For Life 1:23:12

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We’re excited to welcome Andy High of Coastal Athletics and author of Baseball Lessons for Life. Coach High shares his powerful perspective on developing athletes through both character and competition. From life lessons learned on the field to building confidence, leadership, and resilience through the game, this episode goes far beyond the box sc…

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Terry Gobert - 2026 ABCA Hall of Fame Class Inductee, Jasper (IN) High School 1:25:18

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Terry Gobert, the legendary head coach at Jasper High School (IN) and one of the winningest high school baseball coaches in state history. Across 38 seasons, Gobert has built a true dynasty in Jasper, compiling an extraordinary 912-249 (.786) career record and becoming just the fifth coach in Indiana h…

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Zach Lutz - NY Mets & All-Star Sports Academy 1:10:54

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Today we’re joined by Zach Lutz — former New York Met and Current Baseball Instructor and Director of Player Development at All-Star Sports Academy. Zach’s journey from small-town standout to the Major Leagues is packed with lessons, resilience, and perspective. Now, he’s pouring that experience into developing young players the right way — through…

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Mike Landis - 6 Tool App 1:11:35

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This week we’re joined by Mike Landis, Chief Strategy Officer of the 6 Tool App, to talk about how technology, data, and a modern approach to player development are transforming the way athletes train. Mike shares the story behind the 6 Tool App, how it empowers players and coaches to track their progress, and why building smarter training habits i…

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Jordan Schwellenbach - 2025 ABCA/Soldier Sports NAIA Assistant Coach of the Year 1:11:17

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Jordan Schwellenbach, assistant coach at LSU Shreveport and the 2025 ABCA/Soldier Sports NAIA Assistant Coach of the Year. In his first season with the Pilots, Schwellenbach served as Recruiting Coordinator and Pitching Coach, helping steer LSUS to one of the greatest accomplishments in college basebal…

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Sam Mote - 2025 ABCA/Soldier Sports NCAA Div. II Assistant Coach of the Year 1:03:22

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Next up on the ABCA Podcast is Sam Mote, assistant coach at Angelo State University and the 2025 ABCA/Soldier Sports NCAA Division II Assistant Coach of the Year. Since joining the Rams’ coaching staff in 2018, Mote has helped elevate Angelo State into one of the premier hitting programs in the country. Under his guidance, the Rams have led the Lon…

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Joe Capobianco - Penn Hills High School 1:19:08

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We’re joined by Joe Capobianco, Head Baseball Coach at Penn Hills High School, to talk about building a program centered on hard work, accountability, and player development. Coach Capobianco shares his approach to leading young athletes, creating a culture of commitment, and teaching lessons that extend far beyond the baseball field. This episode …

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Adam McGinnis - 2025 ABCA/Soldier Sports NJCAA Div. II Assistant Coach of the Year 1:16:53

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Joining us this week on the ABCA Podcast is Adam McGinnis, Heartland Community College Recruiting Coordinator and the 2025 ABCA/Soldier Sports NJCAA Division II Assistant Coach of the Year. Since rejoining the Heartland staff in 2021, McGinnis has helped guide the Hawks to four straight NJCAA World Series appearances, highlighted by a National Cham…

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Parker Lynn - Saint Vincent College 1:07:30

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We’re joined by Parker Lynn, Assistant Baseball Coach at Saint Vincent College, to talk about developing players who succeed both on and off the field. Coach Lynn shares his perspective on building relationships with players, teaching the game the right way, and helping student-athletes grow through accountability, preparation, and purpose. This co…

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Matt Williams - 2025 ABCA/Soldier Sports NCAA Div. I Assistant Coach of the Year, Coastal Carolina University 37:29

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Next up on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Matt Williams, the ABCA's 2025 NCAA Division I Assistant Coach of the Year and pitching coach for Coastal Carolina University. In just his second season with the Chanticleers, Williams helped guide Coastal Carolina to its second appearance in the College World Series Championship Series, cementing the pr…

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Keith Madison - Coaching With Purpose 1:22:58

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This week, I’m honored to welcome Coach Keith Madison — former University of Kentucky Head Baseball Coach, ABCA Hall of Famer, ABCA Lefty Gomez Award winner and author of Coaching With Purpose. Coach Madison led the Wildcats for 25 seasons, retiring with the third-most wins in SEC history, behind only Ron Polk and Skip Bertman. But his impact exten…

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Steve Ruzich - 2026 ABCA Hall of Fame Class Inductee, South Suburban College 49:55

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Continuing our 2026 ABCA Hall of Fame Class podcasts, this week’s ABCA Podcast features Steve Ruzich, the legendary head coach of South Suburban College (IL). For more than 40 years, Ruzich has been the face of the Bulldogs’ baseball program, building one of the most successful legacies in NJCAA history. With a career record of 1,385-817 (.629) thr…

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John McCormack - 2026 ABCA Hall of Fame Class Inductee, Florida Atlantic University 1:41:33

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Kicking off our 2026 ABCA Hall of Fame Class interviews is Florida Atlantic University head coach and ABCA First Vice President, John McCormack. McCormack completed his 17th year at Florida Atlantic University as head coach in 2025, and 35th season with the program. He had previously served 11 years as associate head coach and seven years as an ass…

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Kermit Smith - 2026 ABCA Dave Keilitz Ethics in Coaching Award Recipient 1:22:53

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Kermit Smith, head coach at Appalachian State University, whose leadership and steady influence have made him one of the most respected coaches in collegiate baseball. Smith recently completed his ninth season at App State (2025), where he continues to guide the Mountaineers with integrity and purpose.…

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Tom Griffin - 2026 ABCA Dave Keilitz Ethics in Coaching Award Recipient 1:16:06

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Tom Griffin, one of the most respected catching instructors and collegiate coaches in the game. Griffin just completed his 20th season leading the Carson-Newman program and has amassed 746 career wins over his 28 years in college coaching. A true authority in catching instruction, Griffin is a staple a…

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Ron Schaeffer - Alvernia University 1:12:29

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The Clearing The Bases Podcast is back with an incredible conversation with Ron "Boo Boo" Schaeffer, Assistant Baseball Coach at Alvernia University! Coach Schaeffer dives deep into his journey in baseball, sharing insights on player development, team culture, and the lessons that go beyond the field. Whether you’re a coach, player, or baseball fan…

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Pat Doyle - 2026 ABCA/Wilson Lefty Gomez Award 1:08:54

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Pat Doyle, the distinguished recipient of the 2026 ABCA/Wilson Lefty Gomez Award. Named after the legendary Lefty Gomez, this honor is presented annually to an individual who has made significant contributions to baseball locally, nationally, and internationally—and Doyle’s career epitomizes that stand…

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Oscar Reed - Recruiting Coordinator, Alcorn State University 1:00:20

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Joining us this week on the ABCA Podcast is Oscar Reed, Recruiting Coordinator and Pitching Coach at Alcorn State University. Reed joined the Braves’ staff this summer after two seasons at Alvin Junior College, continuing a coaching career that has spanned high school, junior college, travel baseball, and now the NCAA Division I level. Reed’s path …

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Jake Ratz - Minor League Hitting Coach, Baltimore Orioles 59:42

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Baltimore Orioles Minor League Hitting Coach, Jake Ratz, joins the ABCA Podcast this week. Ratz joined the Orioles Organization in December of 2022 coaching in the Dominican Summer League. This past season Ratz coached in the Florida Coast League. Ratz got his coaching start collegiately where he started his collegiate playing career at Ellsworth C…

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John Vodenlich - ABCA/ATEC NCAA Div. III Coach of the Year, UW-Whitewater 57:43

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by John Vodenlich, head coach at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, member of the 2024 ABCA Hall of Fame Class, and the 2025 ABCA/ATEC NCAA Div. III Coach of the Year. Vodenlich has turned UW-Whitewater into a perennial powerhouse, leading the Warhawks to three national championships (2005, 2014, 202…

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Joe Barth - The Hit Doctor 1:21:20

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This week we’re honored to welcome legendary coach Joe Barth — “The Hit Doctor” of The Hit Doctor USA. Coach Barth’s impact on the game is immeasurable. With decades of experience and a reputation as one of the most respected hitting instructors in the country, he has trained countless players who went on to succeed at the collegiate and profession…

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John Knott - ABCA/ATEC Pacific Association Coach of the Year, Mt. SAC 1:01:48

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Next up on the ABCA Podcast, we’re highlighting another of our ABCA/ATEC Coaches of the Year with John Knott, head coach at Mount San Antonio College and the 2025 ABCA/ATEC Pacific Association Division Coach of the Year. Knott guided Mt. SAC to a historic season in 2025, capturing the 3C2A Championship for the first time in 60 years. The Mounties f…

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Shawn Chuipek - Muscle Baseball & Notre Dame College Prep 1:07:23

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We’re joined by Shawn Chuipek, founder of Muscle Baseball and coach at Notre Dame College Prep, to talk about developing complete players and leaders on and off the field. Shawn dives into his approach to player development, building a winning culture, and why creating strong fundamentals and character matters more than ever in today’s game.…

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Jim Koerner - Director of Player Development, USA Baseball 1:09:23

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Jim Koerner, USA Baseball’s Director of Player Development. In his role, Koerner oversees on-field programming for six national teams and three national development programs. Since taking over the position in 2021, Koerner has brought a wealth of coaching experience from his time leading and assisting …

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Matt Cole - Bethlehem Little League 1:17:41

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This week we sit down with Matt Cole of Bethlehem Little League and the Youth Baseball Coaching Support, Drills & Philosophy Facebook Group. Matt shares how community-driven baseball programs can shape young athletes — not only by teaching fundamentals, but also by building relationships, life skills, and a love for the game. From supporting coache…

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Joe Giummule - ABCA/ATEC High School Div. I Coach of the Year, Jupiter HS (FL) 1:03:26

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Next up on the ABCA Podcast, we spotlight another ABCA/ATEC Coach of the Year—Joe Giummule, head coach at Jupiter High School (FL) and the 2025 ABCA/ATEC High School Division I Coach of the Year. In his first season at Jupiter, Giummule led the Warriors all the way to the Florida Class 7A state championship game, falling just short in a tight 3-2 b…

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Tracy Tanguay - The Mobility Chick 1:11:46

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We’re joined by Tracy Tanguay — better known as The Mobility Chick — to talk about how athletes can move better, recover faster, and prevent injuries through proper mobility work. Tracy shares practical tips, common mistakes she sees in training, and how simple daily habits can make a big difference for players at every level. If you’re a coach, pa…

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Josh Raney - ABCA/ATEC High School Div. III Coach of the Year, Blanchard (OK) High School 1:01:32

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we continue highlighting our ABCA/ATEC Coaches of the Year with Josh Raney, head coach at Blanchard High School (OK) and the 2025 ABCA/ATEC High School Division III National Coach of the Year. Raney has been at the helm for 19 seasons and has built one of the premier programs in Oklahoma high school baseball. His Blan…

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Sal Sepulveda - Hiawatha Park Youth Baseball 56:57

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This week, we sit down with Coach Sal Sepulveda of Hiawatha Park Youth Baseball to discuss what it takes to build a strong community-driven program. Coach Sal shares powerful insight into coaching the next generation, creating a positive culture, and why youth baseball is about so much more than wins and losses.…

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Chris Roof - ABCA/ATEC High School Div. II Coach of the Year, Governor Livingston HS (NJ) 1:21:56

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It’s that time of year on the ABCA Podcast when we spotlight our ABCA/ATEC Coaches of the Year, and this week we’re joined by Chris Roof, the 2025 ABCA/ATEC High School Division II Coach of the Year. Roof has served as head coach at Governor Livingston High School (NJ) for the past 25 years and has built a powerhouse program in the Garden State. Af…

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Zach Sorensen - Mental Performance Coach, Cincinnati Reds 1:28:56

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Joining us this week on the ABCA Podcast is Zach Sorensen, Mental Performance Coach for the Cincinnati Reds. A former three-time All-American at Wichita State and second-round MLB Draft pick by the Cleveland Guardians, Sorensen brings a unique perspective shaped by his own professional playing career and his deep passion for helping athletes master…

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Victor Burgos - Former NY Mets Hitting Coach 1:16:25

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We’re joined by Victor Burgos, former New York Mets Hitting Coach, to talk hitting, player development, and the mindset it takes to grow at the highest levels of the game. From the cage to the clubhouse, Victor shares incredible insight into what it takes to help hitters unlock their full potential — and what really matters in the development proce…

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Clint Hurdle - Hitting & Bench Coach, Colorado Rockies 1:11:06

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we sit down with Clint Hurdle, longtime MLB manager and current hitting and bench coach for the Colorado Rockies. Hurdle has been part of professional baseball since 1977, serving the game as a player, coach, and manager over the past five decades. Hurdle spent 17 seasons as a Major League manager—leading both the Col…

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Brad Neffendorf - Head Coach, LSU Shreveport 1:09:12

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Brad Neffendorf, head coach of LSU Shreveport, who just led his program to a historic and unprecedented season. Under Neffendorf’s leadership, the Pilots went a perfect 59-0, capturing the first national title in school history. It marked the third NAIA World Series appearance for Shreveport during Nef…

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Ryan Strickland - Colquitt County High School 1:10:54

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We’re joined by Ryan Strickland, Head Baseball Coach at Colquitt County High School — a program built on discipline, development, and doing things the right way. Coach Strickland dives into building a culture that lasts, teaching mental toughness and why coaching is more than just baseball.This is a must-listen for any coach who believes in investi…

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Dave Serrano - Head Coach, Johnson University 1:06:52

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We’re back to one-on-one interviews this week on the ABCA Podcast with a true coaching veteran—Dave Serrano, head coach at Johnson University and one of the most respected baseball minds in the game. Serrano’s journey through college baseball spans over three decades and includes stops at some of the game’s premier programs: Tennessee, Cal State Fu…

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Chance Beck - White House Heritage High School 1:03:30

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We sat down with Chance Beck, Head Baseball Coach at White House Heritage High School, for an honest and insightful conversation about coaching, culture, and the impact of doing things the right way. Coach Beck brings passion, purpose, and perspective to the dugout—and now to your earbuds. You won’t want to miss this one!…

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NCAA Div. II World Series Head Coaches 1:05:50

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we recorded in Cary, North Carolina at the NCAA Division II World Series. We sat down with all eight head coaches who led their teams to this year’s championship stage to discuss postseason preparation, team culture, and the experience of competing at the highest level in Division II baseball. Featured in this episode…

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NJCAA Div. III World Series Head Coaches 1:32:15

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we bring you a special episode recorded on location at the NJCAA Division III World Series in Auburn, New York. We sat down with all eight head coaches competing for a national title to talk about their programs, postseason preparation, and what it means to be part of one of the most competitive events in junior colle…

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Belmont Abbey NCAA Div. II Regional Coaches 55:12

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we bring you an episode recorded on location during the NCAA Division II Regional hosted at Belmont Abbey College in North Carolina. We sat down with the four head coaches who were leading their programs through postseason play and captured their insights right in the heart of the action. Featured in this episode: Ada…

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CJ Beatty - The Baseball Motivator 1:07:05

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We’re joined by CJ Beatty – the one and only Baseball Motivator – for an unforgettable episode packed with energy, wisdom, and Motivational Nuggets. CJ brings the heat with insights on: Mindset for success, Turning adversity into opportunity, Coaching with purpose and how he's changing lives on and off the field. Whether you're a coach, player, or …

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Dr. Barry Davis - Assistant Coach, Princeton University 1:07:39

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Barry Davis, assistant coach at Princeton University and former longtime head coach at Rider University. Davis brings more than three decades of coaching experience to the conversation, with a track record of sustained success at every level of college baseball—NJCAA, NAIA, and NCAA Division I. Ove…