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ABCA Podcast

American Baseball Coaches Association

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The ABCA Podcast runs the gamut of baseball coaching topics, from pitching, to hitting, to the mental game, practice planning, recruiting and more. It's hosted by Ryan Brownlee, longtime coach and current Assistant Executive Director of the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA). The ABCA is the primary professional organization for baseball coaches, with more than 15,000 members representing all 50 U.S. states and 41 countries. Since 1945, Association membership has broadened to inclu ...
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Journey w/ NCAA Division II Trevecca Nazarene University Track & Cross Country Teams through their 2019-2020 season. Trevecca is located in the Heart of Nashville, TN on a campus overlooking downtown Nashville. Founded in 1901. The head coach for both the Track & Field and Cross Country teams is Austin Selby.
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D2Football.com RMAC Columnist Jimmy Pallotto, and his co-host Rev Koka, begin the second season of this show ready to follow the biggest games each week in the Rocky mountain Athletic Conference football season! Both former Western Colorado University offensive lineman Rev and Jimmy strive to bring engaging and informative content about the #RMAC and the 10 teams involved in their competition. New Episodes Every Friday
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This is our final installment of on location interviews from Cary, NC and USA Baseball’s NHSI Tournament coaches. Today we are joined by Venice’s Craig Faulkner, Corona Del Sol’s David Webb, Collierville’s Jeff Munier, Wesleyan Christian’s Mo Blakeney and Stony Brook’s Jon Brewer. Congrats to Coach Faulkner and Venice High School on bringing home t…
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Send us a text So much to talk about - Conference Finals to First Round in the NCAA playoffs. It is MAYHEM - so much so, we had to record again on Thursday night to capture all the action! We end it all with probably the best Spotlight we have ever done@ You don't want to miss a word! Also, be sure to check out our sponsors: - The D2 Showcase at: w…
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The second part of our special National High School Invitational series brings you more on-the-ground conversations recorded in Cary, North Carolina. This premier event once again showcased elite talent and exceptional coaching from across the country. This week, we continue our series with five more outstanding high school coaches who led their te…
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Send us a text The In the Crease boys have a jammed pack show getting you up to speed with all of the tournament action. It is so jam packed - we had to record again on Thursday night to capture all the action! You don't want to miss a word! Also, be sure to check out our sponsors: - The D2 Showcase at: www.d2lax.com - Shad Aromatic Coffee Lids and…
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For the next three weeks, we’re bringing you a special series of interviews recorded on location in Cary, North Carolina, during USA Baseball’s National High School Invitational (NHSI). It was another phenomenal event filled with top-tier talent and outstanding coaching. This week, we kick things off with a round of conversations featuring coaches …
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Send us a text This week, the In the Crease boys are back heat up the conversation with a little conference tournament action - just a lot happening across the DII landscape. We end the show talking with Peyton Farley, D-Pole for Wingate. HIs story off the field is more impressive than what this All-American does on the field. Make sure to check it…
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This week on the ABCA Podcast we’re joined by Kayla Baptista of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Baptista has quickly built a remarkable résumé in the game, becoming the first female on-field coaching intern in Cape Cod League history in 2021 with the Wareham Gatemen, and later breaking new ground again as the first female hired for a coaching role by the T…
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Send us a text This week, the In the Crease boys are at it again - bringing you all the latest from the D2 Men's Lacrosse landscape! We give you the rundown of key games the week before and showcase games you need to watch! And, this week, we bring in another guest analyst to add a fresh perspective, especially for our game of the week. Make sure t…
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We’re staying on the professional side this week with Los Angeles Angels' catching and pitching coach Sal Fasano. A 13-year MLB veteran who played for 10 different organizations, Fasano brings a deep well of experience to this episode—from his time behind the plate to his work in the dugout and front office. Fasano spent the last eight seasons on t…
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Send us a text This week, the In the Crease boys are back with our usual line-up. We also add a bit if a wrinkle, as we go down through each conference to review the standings and likelihood of teams making their conference tournament. We end the show talking with Luke Hildebrandt, atackman for Emmanuel. He has hung in with the Lions through thick …
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Next up on the ABCA Podcast is Kansas City Royals Executive Vice President & General Manager J.J. Picollo, who just wrapped up one of the most remarkable turnarounds in Major League Baseball history. Under his leadership, the Royals posted an 86-76 record in 2024—30 wins better than the previous season—earning a postseason berth and making Picollo …
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Send us a text This week, the In the Crease boys are at it again - bringing you all the latest from the D2 Men's Lacrosse landscape! We give you the rundown of key games the week before and showcase games you need to watch! We end the show talking with Gavin Conlan, who does more than just play goalie for the Lake Erie Storm. Make sure to check it …
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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Rob Ducey, a 13-year MLB veteran and 2013 inductee into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame. Ducey broke into the big leagues in 1987 with the Toronto Blue Jays and wrapped up his playing career with the Montreal Expos in 2001. In 2004, he made history as the first Canadian to play for Team Canada, the …
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Send us a text This week, the In the Crease boys are at it again - bringing you all the latest from the D2 Men's Lacrosse landscape! We give you the rundown of key games the week before and showcase games you need to watch! We end the show talking with Trace McDonald, attackman for Flagler. He is the total package on offense. Make sure to check it …
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Few coaches in college baseball have had the kind of long-term impact Mike Birkbeck has made at Kent State. Since becoming Associate Head Coach in 2004, Birkbeck has helped guide the Golden Flashes to 10 MAC regular season titles, 10 MAC Tournament championships, and 10 NCAA Regional appearances. Widely respected as one of the top pitching minds in…
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Send us a text This week, the In the Crease boys are back with our usual line-up, with the Week in Review, Games to Watch, and the Top 10 Roundup. We end the show talking with Alex Egorshin, goalie for Montevallo. He has been lightening it up since his freshman year. Make sure to check it out! You can check out Montevallo at: Montevallo: Twitter - …
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Virginia Tech associate head coach and recruiting coordinator Kurt Elbin has built one of the most explosive offenses in college baseball. Now in his seventh season with the Hokies, Elbin has helped shape a lineup that consistently ranks among the nation’s best in key offensive categories. Through 17 games this season, Tech’s hitters have posted a …
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Send us a text This week, the In the Crease boys are back with our usual line-up, with the Week in Review, Games to Watch, and the Top 10 Roundup. We end the show talking with Kieran Hagan, Pace University D-pole, and his heroic story.. Make sure to check it out! You can check out Pace at: Pace: Twitter - @PaceLacrosse Instagram - @paceunivlax Also…
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With 29 seasons at the helm of Catawba College baseball, Jim Gantt has built one of the premier programs in NCAA Division II. A three-time ABCA Region Coach of the Year and 12-time Conference Coach of the Year, Gantt has led the Catawba Indians to multiple national semifinal appearances, including an impressive 2024 season where his squad earned th…
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Send us a text This week, the In the Crease boys bring you the usual line-up, with the Week in Review and Games to Watch, as well as a couple new wrinkles. We end the show talking with Taylor brothers, all 4 playing for the Molloy Lions. Make sure to check it out! You can check out Molloy at: Molloy: Twitter - @WILLIAM49054884 Instagram - @molloy_m…
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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we sit down with 2024 ABCA Pacific Association Assistant Coach of the Year Vince Kolbe, who played a key role in Palomar College’s dominant 2024 season. With a 36-11 overall record and a 23-2 mark in conference play, Kolbe’s work developing the catching corps and coaching first base has been instrumental in the Comets…
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Send us a text This week, the In the Crease boys bring you the usual line-up, with the Week in Review and Games to Watch, as well as a couple new wrinkles. We end the show talking with Logan Schwartz, Defender for the D'Youville Saints. Make sure to check it out! You can check out D'Youville at: D'Youville: Twitter - @dyouvillemlax Instagram - @dyo…
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Fresh off leading Team USA to gold at the WBSC U-12 Baseball World Cup, Bryan Madsen joins the ABCA Podcast to share his journey and insights into coaching young athletes at the highest level. In his first year as 12U National Team Manager, Madsen guided Team USA to an impressive 57-9 run differential, a .357 team batting average, and a dominant 0.…
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Send us a text This week, the In the Crease boys bring you the usual line-up, with the Week in Review, Games to Watch, and the Game of the Week, as well as the return of the Top 10 roundup. We also sit down with the creator of the Crown Classic, Chris Schiller. Make sure to check it out! You can check out The Crown Classic at: https://www.thecrownl…
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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Kevin Coe, Cincinnati Reds Academy Director of Baseball and Softball. With a career dedicated to player development, Coe has been instrumental in providing opportunities for young athletes to reach the next level. Before joining the Reds in 2022, he played a key role in building the Chicago White Sox A…
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Send us a text This week, the In the Crease boys bring you the usual line-up, with the Week in Review, Games to Watch, and the Game of the Week. We also sit down with Coach Sheiner, head coach of the Dominican Chargers and a special guest of his! Make sure to check it out! You can check out Dominican at: Dominican: Twitter - @Chargers_Mlax Instagra…
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We continue our discussion on the NCAA Div. I college season preview from yesterday with Baseball America’s Peter Flaherty. As the 2025 season approaches, Flaherty shares his insights on the teams, players, and storylines that will shape the year ahead. Get ready for opening day with this in-depth look at what’s ahead this season! Our sponsor is Co…
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Our college season preview series continues with the powerhouse trio from D1Baseball.com—Kendall Rogers, Aaron Fitt, and Mike Rooney! In this episode, they provide expert analysis, insider insights, and everything you need to know heading into the 2025 season. We also discuss the ever-changing landscape of NCAA Division I baseball. With the NCAA Di…
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Send us a text Week 1 is in the books and it is time to look ahead to Week 2. The In the Crease Boys provide the Week in Review, then look forward to the Games to Watch. To help them out this week, they have their first guest analyst of the season! Listen in now to find out who it is! Also, be sure to check out our sponsors: - The D2 Showcase at; w…
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We’re keeping our college season preview series rolling withThe JUCO Ball Blog (JBB) founder Noah Sharp, a go-to source for junior college baseball coverage. Since launching The JBB in 2018, Sharp has dedicated himself to shining a spotlight on junior college baseball, both NJCAA and Pacific Association Division, providing in-depth coverage and ana…
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We’re continuing our college season preview series with NAIA Ball founder Robby Gutierrez, who has been shining a light on NAIA baseball for nearly a decade. Since launching NAIA Ball eight years ago and the NAIA Ball Podcast in 2018, Robby and his team have dedicated themselves to covering the NAIA landscape and growing the game at this level. In …
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We’re continuing our college season preview episodes with one of the most trusted voices in NCAA Division III baseball—Jim Dixon! As the managing editor of D3baseball.com, Jim has been at the forefront of NCAA Div. III coverage for nearly 30 years, delivering news, analysis, and historical insights to fans and coaches alike. In this episode, we div…
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To kick off our college baseball season previews, we’re joined by the Wayne Cavadi, author of The DII Report Newsletter. Cavadi has been instrumental in shining a spotlight on the growth of NCAA Div. II athletics. In this episode, we dive into his latest article, DII Baseball 2025 101 – A Crash Course, and discuss what to expect this season. With m…
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Send us a text HERE WE GO!!! The 2025 season begins this week, and the In the Crease boys start their in-season episodes. We hope to bring you each week a series of segments that highlight the current season: · Top 10 (Starting in a couple of weeks) · The Week in Review · Games to Watch · The Game of the Week · Any News of the week After that, who …
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Dunn Muramaru’s nearly 50-year coaching career has shaped the landscape of baseball in Hawaii. The 2024 National High School Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame inductee has led the Mid-Pacific Institute Owls for nearly four decades, guiding them to five state titles, 14 Interscholastic League of Honolulu (ILH) championships, and over 600 win…
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Send us a text STRAP IN FOR THIS WILD RIDE! The In the Crease boys are back with their Preseason Top 20 picks. Each of us came up with our own list and shared it for the first time on this episode. This year may create a lot of controversy. We also bring back our Players to Watch. Take a listen, catch some surprises, and let us know your thoughts! …
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Next up on the ABCA Podcast is our second 2025 recipient of the Dave Keilitz Ethics in Coaching Award, Tom Meyer. Meyer has served as both a teacher and baseball coach for more than 60 years. His coaching career began in 1959 as assistant coach at Northwestern University (Ill.). From 1964-69, Meyer served as the head baseball coach at Northern Illi…
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Send us a text This is the tenth and final in our series of episodes on D2 Lacrosse Conference Previews for the upcoming season. This week, Danny and I give a rundown on the state of play in the NE10. The "Grandaddy of them all" could have a new look this year with some up and coming teams. If you like what we are doing, subscribe on your favorite …
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With nearly five decades of coaching experience spanning multiple continents, Bill Percy is a true icon of the game. The distinguished recipient of the 2025 ABCA/Wilson Lefty Gomez Award, Percy has made a lasting impact on baseball locally, nationally, and internationally. In this episode, we explore Percy’s incredible journey, which began at Flori…
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Send us a text This is the ninth in our series of episodes on D2 Lacrosse Conference Previews for the upcoming season. This week, Danny and I give a rundown on the state of play in the SSC. This conference could be a lot tighter than in years past. Listen in and and hear the latest. If you like what we are doing, subscribe on your favorite podcast …
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Jarvis recently completed his 27th season at the helm of the Bruins, where he has compiled 763 wins since leading the program in its first NCAA Division I season in 1998. As Belmont’s all-time winningest coach, Jarvis has built a legacy of excellence. Adding to his remarkable career, he has achieved over 1,000 wins, including his tenure as head coa…
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Send us a text This is the eighth in our series of episodes on D2 Lacrosse Conference Previews for the upcoming season. This week, Danny and I give a rundown on the state of play in the GMAC. This is a totally new look conference from a couple of years ago! Listen in and and hear the latest. If you like what we are doing, subscribe on your favorite…
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Happy New Year! It’s time to kick off 2025 with a bang, as the World’s Largest Baseball Convention is in the nation’s capital for the first time since 1975! The 81st annual ABCA Convention promises to be an unforgettable event, bringing together the best in the game for four days of education, inspiration, and connection. This is a must-listen, whe…
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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we celebrate Dan Griesbaum, head coach at Grosse Pointe South (MI) High School and the recipient of the prestigious 2025 ABCA/Dave Keilitz Ethics in Coaching Award. Griesbaum has dedicated 41 years to Grosse Pointe South, taking over as head coach in 1984 and amassing over 900 wins—the most among active coaches in Mic…
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It’s an exciting week as the ABCA Convention kicks off this Thursday, and we’re rolling out episodes with the incoming ABCA Hall of Famers! Joining us first is University of Texas head coach, and former 2023 ABCA President, Jim Schlossnagle. A member of the ABCA Board of Directors, Schlossnagle is widely regarded as one of the nation’s premier base…
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Send us a text This is the seventh in our series of episodes on D2 Lacrosse Conference Previews for the upcoming season. This week, Danny and I give a rundown on the state of play in the Conference Carolinas. Some changes could be brewing for this year! Listen in and and hear what we have to say. If you like what we are doing, subscribe on your fav…
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Joining us this week on the ABCA Podcast is ABCA NJCAA Division III Assistant Coach of the Year, Ramon Garza. Recently named the head coach at Dallas College Mountain View, Garza reflects on his incredible run with Dallas College Eastfield, where he helped lead the team to the NJCAA World Series last season. Eastfield had a stellar year, winning th…
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Send us a text This is the sixth in our series of episodes on D2 Lacrosse Conference Previews for the upcoming season. This week, Danny and I give a rundown on the state of play in the East Coast Conference (ECC). This conference is experiencing quite a lot of turnover at the top. Can we see a new team at the top this year? Listen in and and hear w…
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Martinez played a pivotal role in leading Jesuit High School (FL) to their seventh State Championship and third since 2019. Jesuit, a perennial powerhouse in Florida and on the national scene, consistently tackles one of the toughest schedules in the country. Martinez, who oversees hitters and infielders, brings decades of experience from his time …
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Send us a text This is the fifth in our series of episodes on D2 Lacrosse Conference Previews for the upcoming season. This week, Danny and I give a rundown on the state of play in the Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC). This conference is getting tighter and tighter at the top. Which team breaks out this year and wins it all? Listen in and and h…
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