Best Appalachian State University Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 71 | Ross Steedley, Appalachian State University 46:14

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with Mr. Ross Steedley, an Assistant Coach for the Appalachian State Mountaineers, in beautiful Boone, NC. Here’s Episode 71 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforwa…

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Ep. 74 | Marcos Paz, Louisiana State University - RHP 39:33

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with Prep Baseball Report’s #7 ranked incoming freshman for the 2026 season, a RHP for the LSU Tigers, Mr. Marcos Paz. Here’s Episode 74 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://b…

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Ep. 73 | Ray Navarrete, @CoachRayAllDay 55:20

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with one of the most recognizable baseball figures on social media, @CoachRayAllDay himself, Mr. Ray Navarrete. Here’s Episode 73 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseball…

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Ep. 72 | Matt Wilber, Northern State University 53:15

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with the Head Men’s Basketball Coach for Northern State University in amazing Aberdeen, SD, Mr. Matt Wilber. Here’s Episode 72 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballfor…

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Ep. 70 | James Leverton, McLennan Community College 56:01

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with Mr. James Leverton, Head Coach of the McLennan Community College Highlanders in Waco, TX. Here’s Episode 70 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This…

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Ep. 69 | Derek Sullivan, Sacramento City College 55:57

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with the Head Baseball Coach at Sacramento City College in Sacramento, CA, Mr. Derek Sullivan. Here’s Episode 69 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This…

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Ep. 68 | CJ Beatty, The King of Baseball & Softball Walkup Music 50:51

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with “The King of Baseball & Softball Music”… The Baseball & Softball Motivator himself, Mr. CJ Beatty. Here’s Episode 68 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.…

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Ep. 67 | Tyler Goodro, @goodrocatching 1:13:13

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with the Owner & Operator of The Field General Academy in Elkhorn, NE. He’s widely considered one of the premier catching coaches in all of baseball. You can find him on social media @goodrocatching. Here’s Mr. Tyler…

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Ep. 66 | Chad Durbin, Former MLB RHP (Part 2) 1:03:43

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with a World Series Champion, a RHP who spent 14 seasons in the big leagues and now owns and operates Pitching Performance Academy in Baton Rouge, LA, Mr. Chad Durbin. Here’s Episode 66 of the Baseball Forward Podcas…

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Ep. 65 | Alan Jaeger, Jaeger Sports 55:08

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with the Founder & Owner of Jaeger Sports, Mr. Alan Jaeger. Here’s Episode 65 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This episode is presented by Southpaw H…

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Ep. 64 | Ben Jenkins, Warstic (Part 2) 1:00:01

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with the Founder, CEO and Design Director for Warstic, Mr. Ben Jenkins. Here’s Episode 64 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This episode is presented b…

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Ep. 63 | RD Spiehs, Tarleton State 49:45

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with the Pitching Coach for Tarleton State University, Mr. RD Spiehs. Here’s Episode 63 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This episode is presented by …

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Ep. 62 | Brent Kemnitz, Winningest Pitching Coach in D1 History 50:35

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with the the winningest pitching coach in NCAA D1 history, Mr. Brent Kemnitz, of Wichita State University. Here’s Episode 62 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforwa…

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Ep. 61 | Kyle Winkler, Air Force Academy 52:23

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with the Pitching Coach for The Air Force Academy, Mr. Kyle Winkler. Here’s Episode 61 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This episode is presented by S…

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Ep. 60 | Chris Morris, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) 48:59

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with the Head Coach of The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Mr. Chris Morris. Here’s Episode 60 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This epis…

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Ep. 59 | Willie Schwanke, Former Wichita State RHP 53:52

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with former Wichita State RHP, the son of Jim and Stephanie, Mr. Willie Schwanke. Here’s Episode 59 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This episode is p…

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Ep. 58 | Ryan Hawley, My Twin Brother (Part 2) 57:33

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with my former teammate, best friend and twin brother, Mr. Ryan Hawley (Part 2). Here’s Episode 58 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This episode is pr…

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Ep. 57 | David Wood, Odessa College 58:34

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with the Head Coach of Odessa College, Mr. David Wood. Here’s Episode 57 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This episode is presented by Southpaw Hat Co…

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Ep. 56 | The Evolution of Baseball Forward 57:58

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. On today's episode, Ross and Jim discuss the evolution of Baseball Forward. They discuss the 5 Pillars of Baseball, Baseball Forward's Mind Map Series and what they're wanting to accomplish with Baseball Forward, as a company. Here’s Episode 56 o…

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Ep. 55 | Jason Botts, Texas Rangers, Former OF/1B 1:07:44

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with a former OF/1B for the Texas Rangers, Mr. Jason Botts. Here’s Episode 55 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This episode is presented by Southpaw H…

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Ep. 54 | Sean McKinney, Colorado Mesa University 51:24

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with Sean McKinney, Associate Head Coach for NCAA Division II power Colorado Mesa University. Here’s Episode 54 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This …

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Ep. 53 | Chad Durbin, Former MLB RHP 1:01:52

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with a former World Series Champion and RHP who spent 14 seasons in the big leagues, Mr. Chad Durbin. Here’s Episode 53 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.co…

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Ep. 52 | Justin Seely, Texas Twelve | Arizona Diamondbacks 52:11

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with the South Texas/Louisiana Area Scout for the Arizona Diamondbacks AND the Chief Operating Officer of the Texas Twelve, Mr. Justin Seely. Here’s Episode 52 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and c…

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024 Brock Long and Ashley Ward on Response and Resilience 53:24

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On this episode of Find Your Sustain Ability, host Laura England sits down with Dr. Ashley Ward, director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke University and Brock Long, former FEMA administrator and executive chairman of Hagerty Consulting, for a deep dive into the meaning and practice of community resilience. Drawing from their extensive exp…

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Campus Construction Update, March 28, 2025 12:46

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This episode of Campus Construction Update features host Dave Blanks from University Communications in conversation with Associate Vice Chancellor of Facilities Management Nick Katers. They discuss ongoing and upcoming construction projects on campus including the restoration of the campus bell tower chimes, the completion of the new women’s softba…

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Ep. 51 | Barry Rose, Rockwall High School 50:16

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with the Head Baseball Coach at Rockwall High School in Rockwall, TX, Mr. Barry Rose. Here’s Episode 51 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This episode …

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Ep. 50 | Hitting Approach 1:00:31

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. On today's show, Coach Schwanke breaks down what a good approach looks like for any hitter, at any level. Here’s Episode 50 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This episode is present…

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Ep. 49 | Cade Citelli, Tampa Bay Rays 40:44

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with a Tampa Bay Rays farmhand. He was their 11th Round Selection in the 2024 MLB Amateur Draft out of The University of Houston, RHP, Mr. Cade Citelli. Here’s Episode 49 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more epi…

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Ep. 48 | JJ Slack, Kansas State University 46:42

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with the back flippin' electric LHP, wearing #99 for the Kansas State Wildcats, Mr. JJ Slack. Here’s Episode 48 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This …

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Ep. 47 | Rudy Darrow, Kansas State University 52:45

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with the Pitching Coach at Kansas State University, Mr. Rudy Darrow. Here’s Episode 47 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This episode is presented by S…

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023: App State at COP29 52:05

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On this episode of Find Your Sustain Ability, Host Laura England welcomes Dr. Dave McEvoy, professor and chair of the Department of Economics in the Walker College of Business at Appalachian State University, along with students Nicole Tran, a senior majoring in political science with a concentration in international and comparative politics, and G…

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Ep. 46 | Mike Deegan, Denison University 50:31

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with Head Baseball Coach at Denison University in Granville, Ohio, Mr. Mike Deegan. Here’s Episode 46 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This episode is…

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Ep. 45 | Cameron Rupp, Blinn College 59:01

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with former MLB catcher and current Assistant Coach at Blinn College, Mr. Cameron Rupp. Here’s Episode 45 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This episod…

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Ep. 44 | Mitch Thompson, Baylor University 54:54

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with Head Baseball Coach for The Baylor University Bears, Mr. Mitch Thompson. Here’s Episode 44 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This episode is prese…

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Ep. 43 | Tyler LaTorre, Pepperdine University 55:17

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with Head Baseball Coach for The Pepperdine University Waves, Mr. Tyler LaTorre. Here’s Episode 43 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This episode is pr…

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Ep. 42 | Dr. Christopher Parker, NJCAA 53:35

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with the President & CEO of The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), Dr. Christopher Parker. Here’s Episode 42 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballfo…

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Ep. 41 | Confusion and Leadership 1:05:47

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. On today’s episode, we focus on ways to eliminate confusion for both players and coaches. We also discuss the importance of leadership. Here’s Episode 41 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforwar…

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Ep. 14 - Connecting Campus to Nature: The Journey of National Park Ambassadors 30:14

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On this episode, host Dr. Joy James sits down with Madi Heater and Nick Perkins, two passionate students from Appalachian State University who serve as National Park Trust College Ambassadors. As leaders of the App State National Park Trust Club, Madi and Nick share their journeys into outdoor recreation, their love for nature, and their mission to…

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Ep. 40 | Brian Green, Wichita State University 54:35

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with the head baseball coach for the Wichita State University Shockers, Mr. Brian Green. Here’s Episode 40 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This episo…

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Ep. 39 | Jake Rogers, Detroit Tigers 54:26

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with one of the coolest dudes on planet earth, who also just so happens to be the Catcher for the Detroit Tigers, Mr. Jake Rogers. Here’s Episode 39 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, vis…

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Ep. 38 | Tom Holliday 1:10:55

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with one of the most respected coaches of his generation and, the patriarch of one of the most well known families in baseball, Mr. Tom Holliday. Here’s Episode 38 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes a…

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Ep. 37 | Tony Vitello, University of Tennessee 49:44

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation is with one of the best, and easily most recognizable coaches in all of baseball, Tony Vitello, Head Baseball Coach of the 2024 National Champion Tennessee Volunteers. Here’s Episode 37 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. …

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Ep. 36 | Roles and Expectations 1:11:33

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. On today’s episode, we put a focus on roles and expectations for the upcoming baseball season. We discuss how players, coaches and parents can ensure they get the most out of their experience on the diamond and at the ballpark. Here’s Episode 36 …

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Ep. 35 | Curtis Pelletier, @Coach_Curtis_Pelletier 1:00:20

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation features certified mental performance, life and recovery coach, Mr. Curtis Pelletier, @Coach_Curtis_Pelletier. Here’s Episode 35 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforw…

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Ep. 34 | Ben Jenkins, Warstic Sports Inc. 55:00

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation features the Founder, CEO and Design Director of Warstic Sports Inc., Mr. Ben Jenkins. Here’s Episode 34 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This episode is…

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Ep. 33 | Todd Butler, University of Oklahoma 53:07

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation features assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for The University of Oklahoma, Mr. Todd Butler. Here’s Episode 33 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. T…

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Ep. 32 | Brett Lanman, Abilene Christian University - LHP 45:21

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation features the 2024 Western Athletic Conference (WAC) Pitcher and Freshmen of the Year, Brett Lanman of Abilene Christian University. Here’s Episode 32 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit…

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Ep. 31 | CJ Beatty, The Baseball Motivator (Part 2) 43:58

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation features the one and only, CJ Beatty. Here’s Episode 31 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https://baseballforward.com. This episode is presented by Southpaw Hat Co. For more informati…

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Ep. 30 | Tim Huber, Augustana University 1:10:20

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. Today’s guest conversation features National Champion and head coach of the Augustana University Vikings(NCAA Division II) baseball team, Mr. Tim Huber. Here’s Episode 30 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit https…

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Ep. 29 | Ward's Wisdom featuring Coach Gary Ward, College Baseball Hall of Fame '08 1:27:15

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. This episode of the Baseball Forward Podcast features one of our chief contributors, Coach Gary Ward: College Baseball Hall of Fame '08. This is Ward’s Wisdom on Episode 29 of the Baseball Forward Podcast. For more episodes and content, visit htt…