Best Stat Lines Matter Podcasts (2025)

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Coping with Faster Pitching / Long Term Coaches Retiring / Improve Athleticism / Get there Early 49:50

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In the 400th episode of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Tory and Coach Don celebrate their milestone and discuss a variety of topics. They highlight NiJaree Canady’s inclusion in Forbes' 30 under 30 list, celebrate Chicago, Illinois as the City of the Week, and recognize a Player of the Week. They provide an equipment tip for Christ…

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S3 BONUS EP: Is starting your own business dead? 41:41

3d ago41:41

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Our host Scott Kreisberg, CEO of One Step Secure IT, sits down with Anebi Agbo, Chief Joy Officer at Shipman Cleaning Company, Entrepreneur & Investor, to talk about his journey, his challenges, and the question many are quietly asking: “Is the American Dream dead?” If you’re looking for real talk, inspiration, and a boost to carry you into the new…

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Impact of Misconduct / Switching Teams Advice / Positive Coaching over Fear-Based 50:41

5d ago50:41

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This episode of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, hosted by Coach Tory and Coach Don, covers various segments including City of the Week, Player of the Week, and Equipment Tip of the Week. The lead-off segment discusses recent incidents of athletes' misconduct and the impact it has on sports. The cleanup segment addresses considerations for…

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Viewership Surges / Impact of Money / Coach Interview / Holiday Gifts / It's not always a physical problem 1:08:34

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In episode 398 of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Tory and Coach Don discuss various topics via Zoom, as Coach Don is in Canada. The warmup segment includes a 'Did You Know' about record-setting TV ratings for softball events, Valdosta, GA as the city of the week, and a player of the week. Equipment tips include recommendations for …

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Line Drive Hitters and Recruiting / Interview with a Jr College Coach / Mount Rushmore Project / Technology in Training 55:35

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In this week's edition of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Tory discusses the podcast agenda for episode 397, including segments such as 'Did You Know,' City of the Week, player of the week, equipment tip, and a listener question about the value of line drive hitters in recruiting. He and Don interview Scott Thomas, head coach at Gul…

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Showcasing Players / Mount Rushmore Coaches / Consider Mental Aspect of Player's Unhappiness / Use Video Effectively 49:10

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In this episode of 'Everything Fast Pitch' by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Tory and Coach Don discuss various segments including the warm-up section with the 'Did You Know?' fact featuring the Georgia Dugout Club's Senior All-Star Games at Truist Park, City of the Week, Player of the Week, and an equipment tip focusing on Square Cuts training discs. They…

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Stats feedback / AUSL Announcement / Respect Fields / Parents, don't run off coaches 47:12

1M ago47:12

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In this episode of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Tory and Coach Don prepare for their 395th episode. The warmup segment includes City of the Week, Player of the Week, an equipment tip, and an intriguing listener question. A listener had some feedback about using stats from pool play to set the lineup in bracket play. The lead-off …

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S3 EP08 AI for SMBs: Why Clean Data Matters: Unlocking the Power of AI for Business 35:39

2M ago35:39

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It’s the season finale of One Step Beyond Cyber. We’re closing out this season with a big conversation—how small and mid-sized businesses can unlock AI the right way. Our guest, Christopher Carter, is a globally recognized AI cloud expert, best-selling author, and founder of Approyo. Together, we dive into why clean data matters, how private AI is …

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Large strike zones / Pro baseball player showing character / Group emphasizing fun over winning / Players required to report training activities 40:46

1M ago40:46

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In this week's edition of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Tory and Don cover a variety of topics in episode 394. The show starts with a warmup segment featuring the City of the Week, Player of the Week, equipment tip, and an interesting listener question about large strike zones in youth leagues. A key highlight includes the story o…

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Game Performance vs Practice / Knowing Limits of Players / Mount Rushmore Project 52:05

1M ago52:05

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In this episode of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Don and Coach Tory discuss several segments, including the City of the Week, Player of the Week, and an Equipment Tip of the Week. They address a listener's question about improving a 10U team's performance in games compared to their practices. They provide strategies such as using …

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College coaches are judged with a short attention span / Include hitting even in short practices / Managing feedback / Practices and training are preparation for "Test Day" 58:53

2M ago58:53

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Welcome to this week's edition of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep with Coach Tory and Coach Don. The episode covers various segments, including highlights like 'Did You Know?', which discusses the rapid changes in collegiate sports, specifically pointing out the firing of Penn State's James Franklin. The 'City of the Week' is Kansas City, …

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Financial landscape of women's sports / Post-game/practice stretching / Lower-tier pitcher on a top-tier team / Bunting - Confidence Matters 59:41

2M ago59:41

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In this week's edition of 'Everything Fast Pitch' by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Tory and Coach Don cover a variety of compelling topics. The episode opens with updates on the Milwaukee Brewers' playoff status, delving into the legacy of Bob Uecker. Pittsburgh, PA is highlighted as the city of the week, and the Fort Worth Cats are celebrated as the team…

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Balancing Multi-Sport Athletes / Measuring Player Development / Coaching to win vs coaching not to lose 31:15

2M ago31:15

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In this week's edition of 'Everything Fast Pitch' by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Tory flies solo as he records episode 390. The episode covers several segments: a warmup discussing the upcoming Mary Nutter Classic featuring the Japanese Olympic team, highlights Houston, Texas as the City of the Week, and celebrates a Player of the Week for her dedicatio…

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S3 EP07 Stacks, Stats & AI: The Cybersecurity Playbook for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses 33:07

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Podcast Video One Step Secure IT - YouTube Learn about our services https://www.onestepsecureit.com/ Host by: Scott Kreisberg - CEO & Founder of One Step Produced by One Step Secure IT ---- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/onestepsecureit/mycompany/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OneStepSecureIT Twitter: https://twitter.com/onestepsec…

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Post practice & game cool down / Nurturing a new catcher / Teaching stubborn players / Relying on only stats is a bad idea 1:00:21

2M ago1:00:21

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In this episode of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Tory and Coach Don discuss various topics, starting with a historical segment about renowned softball pitcher Eddie Feigner. The episode highlights Duluth, Minnesota as the City of the Week and celebrates a Player of the Week for her dedication to improving her skills. An equipment …

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Hand Injuries / Gentle Sports Parents / Document Achievements / Proactive Practice 44:03

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In this week's edition of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Don and Coach Tory record episode 388. The show covers various segments, including 'Did You Know,' 'City of the Week,' 'Player of the Week,' 'Equipment Tip of the Week,' and a 'Listener Question.' Key topics discussed are strategies for handling adversity inspired by Amanda S…

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Utility of Various Hitting Tools / Tournament Schedules / College Games as a Learning Tool 44:41

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In episode 387 of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Tori and Coach Don cover a wide range of topics including player highlights, equipment tips, and listener questions. They start with the 'Did You Know' segment featuring Megan Wiggins, a former Georgia softball star now playing for the Savannah Bananas' opponent team, the Tailgaters.…

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C Flap vs Cage / Finding a Tournament / Tough Lineup Decisions / Mental and Physical Aspects of Hitting 51:46

4M ago51:46

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In episode 386 of 'Everything Fast Pitch' by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Don and Coach Tory discuss various segments including 'Did You Know,' featuring a debate on regional terminology for skin abrasions. The City of the Week is Jacksonville, Florida, and the Player of the Week is recognized for her resilience. Equipment Tip of the Week highlights Squa…

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S3 EP06 Rethinking Risk: A Framework for Businesses Below the Poverty Line 33:22

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Discover how we can assist you in identifying and closing gaps in your IT strategy to help keep your business safe, scalable, and secure. https://www.onestepsecureit.com/beyond-cyber-contact#beyond-cyber-contact-form In this episode, Scott Kreisberg and CISSP Tim Derrickson break down: Why many SMBs remain below the poverty line—even after buying e…

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New NCAA Seeding / Building a new high school program / First Aid Emphasis / Strength Training / Raspberry or Strawberry 1:05:25

4M ago1:05:25

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In this episode of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Don and Coach Tory discuss various topics related to softball, including new NCAA rules for seeding the top 32 teams starting in 2026 and recognizing Clearwater, Florida as the City of the Week. They highlight the Fast Pitch Prep player of the week and the importance of strength tra…

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Little League Softball Viewership / Junior Colleges and Recruiting / Bring in Experts 52:24

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This episode of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep with Coach Tory and Coach Don discussing various topics related to fast-pitch softball. This week's warmup segments include 'Did You Know,' City of the Week, Player of the Week, and the Equipment Tip of the Week. Highlighted topics include the rising popularity of softball as evidenced by the…

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Turf Fields / Playing on a weaker high school team / Energy for situational drills / Top tier teams stockpiling pitchers / Infield Fly highlight 1:06:20

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In episode 383 of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Don and Coach Tory discuss various ways to enhance softball practices, including how to make situational drills more efficient and game-like using tools like the 'two ball drill.' They explore the phenomenon of top-tier teams collecting talented pitchers and the implications for play…

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Count and hitter's advantage / Input from different coaches / Benchwarmer on Varsity vs playing on JV / Practice better with outfielders 55:05

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In episode 382 of Everything Fastpitch by Fastpitch Prep, Coach Don and Coach Tory discuss various topics pertinent to fastpitch softball. They highlight the end of the inaugural AUSL team season, featuring the Talons as champions, and debate the unconventional naming of these teams. Albuquerque, New Mexico, is celebrated as the City of the Week, a…

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Youth softball on TV is great / NIL Distribution / Handling didn't make the team / Player's role in development 50:55

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In this week's edition of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coaches Tory and Don as hosts. This episode promises a fun and informative lineup, including a 'Did You Know' segment on Little League Softball TV coverage, recognition for Irvine, California as 'City of the Week', and Payton Harris from Mediapolis, Iowa as 'Player of the Week'. Th…

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S3 EP 05 Insured or Exposed? The Truth About Cyber Insurance in 2025 28:37

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Cyber insurance has evolved—have you kept up? In this episode, we reconnect with Joseph Cook from The Arizona Group for an in-depth look at how cyber liability insurance has changed over the past two years. From rising claim costs to policy exclusions and shifting underwriting standards, we unpack what business leaders need to know to stay covered—…

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Softball watered down? / Facilitate recruiting / Feel and Real / Choosing a team 48:58

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In this episode of Everything Fastpitch by Fastpitch Prep, Coach Don and Coach Tory discuss several important topics through their warmup, lead off, and coaching segments. They begin with updates on the AUSL's strong growth and potential future changes, advocating for a merger with other professional fast pitch entities and the establishment of cit…

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When to pull pitcher / Is softball watered down? / College Camps / Practice weaknesses 49:34

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In this week's episode of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Tory and Coach Don dive into various topics related to softball. Episode 379 features segments including 'Did You Know,' focusing on enjoying the end-of-season championships, and 'City of the Week,' spotlighting Seattle, Washington. They discuss the ongoing struggle to get Pl…

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Colorado / Hitting Lineup / NIL & Portal Interview / Parental Influence / Old School vs New 1:18:37

5M ago1:18:37

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In this week's episode of Everything Fast Pitch by Fast Pitch Prep, Coach Don and Coach Tory discuss various topics including the transformation of Colorado into the epicenter for travel softball, the importance of attending these major events, and recognizing a repeat Player of the Week for her efforts in a faith-based softball camp in Montana. Th…

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Review of latest with NIL and House Settlement / Trophy Hunting / Honest feedback to athletes 1:01:26

6M ago1:01:26

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In this edition of Everything Fastpitch by FastpitchPrep, the hosts are back together via Zoom. Key segments in this episode include discussions on the training of Team USA Softball in Oklahoma City, the recognition of Albany, New York as the City of the Week, and a call for more Player of the Week nominations. The interview segment features Dr. Ma…

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S3 EP 04 Cybersecurity & Compliance for Auto Dealers: A Conversation with ComplyAuto 35:23

6M ago35:23

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Built for dealerships. Backed by experts. IT and Cybersecurity for Car Dealers https://www.onestepsecureit.com/beyond-cyber-contact#beyond-cyber-contact-form In this episode, Scott Kreisberg sits down with Nick Moyes, Regulatory Compliance Manager at ComplyAuto, for a must-hear conversation on what auto dealerships need to know now about data priva…

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Softball popularity on the rise / SEC permanent location? / Structure of pro ball / Unfair accusations directed at young players 27:45

6M ago27:45

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In this edition of Everything Fastpitch by Fastpitch Prep, Coach Tory shares the news that the podcast will return to its regular format next week. This week's mini pod includes the announcement of Kerrigan Welch as the Player of the Week, praises her achievements both on and off the field, and highlights the importance of listener nominations for …

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Texas Tech and the new template / Tampering / Super Team and success 28:44

6M ago28:44

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This show is going to discuss the impact that Texas Tech has had on college softball. We have had a lot of feedback from our discussions of the college world series. Texas Tech has done an excellent job in what they have done. But have they created a template for other teams going forward? Tampering has been going on for a long time. Does a super t…

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Observations and thoughts from the College World Series 26:24

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Coach Tory talks about the just finished College World Series. There were things that we can use to help our players improve. Some things need to be changed to help the flow of the game. Impact of former men's fastpitch players becoming coaches. Support the showBy Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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Mini Pod #3 - Tough Choices for Colleges / Impact of NIL and Portal / Coaching Softball 22:02

7M ago22:02

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Colleges are having to make tough choices regarding sports. Some just don't have the money to invest in all sports so they may have to eliminate some sports to keep competitive. Will the use of NIL and the transfer portal create a new way to have success quickly? More former players are entering the coaching profession, we wonder if that is reachin…

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Mini Pod #2 World Series News and Behavior Problems at the youth level 14:04

7M ago14:04

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This week the main discussion revolves around the College World Series regionals and super regionals an looking forward to the World Series. Tory also observed something that needs to be addressed in a high school age game. Support the showBy Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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Mini Pod #1 - Last Weekend's Amazing Softball 21:30

7M ago21:30

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Coach Tory goes through last weekend's games! Support the showBy Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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S3 EP 03 Retail Under Attack: Lessons from the Largest Data Breach in History 22:51

7M ago22:51

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One Step Secure IT provides a range of specialized services including Cybersecurity, Managed/Co-Managed IT, Information Security, and Compliance, that enable businesses across the country to leverage technology as a competitive advantage and prioritize business growth. Contact us today: https://www.onestepsecureit.com/beyond-cyber-contact#beyond-cy…

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An Announcement. 4:30

7M ago4:30

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We will be on a small hiatus from our podcast, Everything Fastpitch. A key member of our crew, our producer, had a little health scare, and he won't be able to produce for a little while. Meanwhile! We will be uploading mini podcasts throughout the time he is away! And once Elizabeth gets comfortable enough with editing, we will be back to Everythi…

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Help with right size bat / Travel players in rec ball / How much enthusiasm is too much? / Eliminate slow pitching excuse 44:00

7M ago44:00

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This week's Lineup Warmup Segment Listener Question: Help with finding the right size bat (@14:35) Never ending discussion on travel players playing rec ball (@19:14) How much enthusiasm is too much? (@30:29) Eliminate I hate slow pitching excuse (@35:12) Support the showBy Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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Do you have to be a super star to be recruited? / Mad Dad Syndrome / Coaches Communicate / Teach Sliding 41:52

8M ago41:52

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Warmup Segment Listener Question: Does a player have to be a super star to be recruited? (@12:22) Mad Dad Syndrome (@20:34) Coaches communicate properly (@31:29) Teach Sliding (@35:18) Support the showBy Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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S3 EP 02 When Hackers Strike: Understanding the Legal Aftermath with Attorney Andrew Garbarino 41:59

8M ago41:59

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Learn how we can help you identify and close the gaps in your IT strategy to help keep your business safe, scalable, and secure. https://www.onestepsecureit.com/beyond-cyber-contact#beyond-cyber-contact-form Episode Overview 00:00 Episode Welcome: 00:30 Guest Intro: 0:01:00 0:02:05 What are the biggest risks companies need to be aware of today? 0:0…

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Can we save college sports? / High School Politics / Rec and travel issues / Greatest coaches of all time 41:57

8M ago41:57

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Warmup Segment Listener Question: Can we save college sports? (@10:55) High School Politics (@18:29) Rec and travel issues (@27:41) Greatest coaches of all time (@35:19) Support the showBy Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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Comments on lack of pitchers / Feedback on Rec League participation / California players / Pre-game routine 35:46

8M ago35:46

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This week's lineup Warmup Segment Listener Question: Comments about lack of pitchers (@8:24) Feedback about travel ball players participating in Rec Leagues (@16:12) Why so many California players in college (@24:25) Have a pre-game routine (@30:22) Support the showBy Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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Mental training for players and psychological intervention for parents / 11 inch ball to the 12 inch ball / Rec ball / Plan for all player's needs 51:47

8M ago51:47

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This week's Lineup Warmup Segment Listener Statement: Mental training for players and psychological intervention for parents (@12:57) Transitioning from the 11 inch ball to the 12 inch ball (@21:47) What's happened to Rec ball (@32:34) Plan for all player's needs not an isolated one (@44:36) Support the show…

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Impact of NCAA changes / Great Mechanics-Poor Performance / Parents to parents politics / Rundown disasters 1:07:47

9M ago1:07:47

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This week's lineup Warmup Segment Listener Question: What impact will all the new NCAA changes on the horizon have? (@18:35) Great hitting mechanics, but fails in a game (@30:51) Managing parents to parents politics (@45:08) Rundown disasters (@56:01) Support the showBy Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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Tirades don't work 8:46

9M ago8:46

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Coach Tory shares a situation where he had to listen to a coach go into a tirade with his team. This is not how to coach especially early in the season. Listen as the coaches discuss this type of behavior. Support the showBy Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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Age cutoff changes and tryouts / College observations / Spend wisely / Teach skills correctly 53:21

9M ago53:21

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This week's lineup Warmup Segment Listener Question: Age cutoff changes may be affecting tryout situation (@14:44) College season observations (@24:00) Spend your money wisely (@38:29) Teach skills correctly from the beginning (@45:43) Support the showBy Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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Have a plan to handle your roster 14:53

9M ago14:53

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In today's environment in the travel ball world, it is imperative that a coach have a strategy/plan on handling their lineup. And it needs to be communicated to the players and parents and be adhered to if you want to have to a better experience. Support the showBy Tory Acheson & Don McKinlay

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S3 EP 01: Hackers in the Driver’s Seat / Cybersecurity Challenges in Auto Dealerships 30:04

9M ago30:04

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Enhance your dealership's operations with IT solutions led by our ex-FBI, CISSP-certified team, with 40 years of experience. www.onestepsecureit.com/27-point-inspection Episode Overview What is the scope of cybersecurity for auto dealerships? And is there any difference from other industries? Why are auto dealerships attractive targets for cyber cr…

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Can tryouts already be a problem? / Playing in a football stadium / Eating better / Do they understand us? 52:30

9M ago52:30

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This week's Lineup Warmup Segment Listener Question: Fallout from trying out for next year's team already this year (@16:04) Stanford playing in football stadium (@27:57) Eating better at tournaments (@38:30) Communicating with language, phrases and vocabulary that matches your player's level (@44:39) Support the show…