This episode we talk about the difference between exposure opportunities with a focus on college camps, showcases, and clinics. It is important to know the differences and the value each opportunity brings in order to make informed decisions on exposure events. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Jan 01, 2024•18 min
This episode we talk about what both college and high school players need to do during their respective holiday breaks. These 2-3 weeks are very important weeks and treated as such whether you are prepping for your college season or just trying to stay on track for your development. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Dec 25, 2023•11 min
In this episode we sit down with Jacksonville State Director of Player Development and USMC Veteran Anthony Silkwood. His path is far from conventional with deployments to the Middle East prior to starting his college career at the Junior College level before moving on to Louisville. He has been a head coach and has a track record of developing pitchers. Awesome conversation about baseball, toughness, player development, recruiting and more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball...
Dec 21, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 41
This episode we talk about what every college player has or is going through right now, end of semester meetings. We dive into how to respond to feedback, how meetings can go and what good players do with feedback. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Dec 18, 2023•14 min
In this episode we sit down with SUNY Oswego Head Coach Scott Landers and talk recruiting, toughness, accountability, college baseball and more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Dec 14, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 40
This episode we talk about the importance of being able defend at a high level. Not enough emphasis is put on defense yet it is a key part of the recruiting evaluation and the quickest way to get on the field in college. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Dec 11, 2023•22 min
In this episode we sit down with University of Arkansas Pitching Coach Matt Hobbs and talk player identification, player development, competition, data, and much more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Dec 07, 2023•1 hr 57 min•Ep. 39
This episode we talk about why it is so important to watch college baseball from all levels. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Dec 04, 2023•17 min
In this episode we sit down with Elite National Founder and Director Baseball and Former Brown University Pitching Coach and Recruiting Coordinator Jonathan Grosse and talk about all things high academic recruiting including showcasing, on campus camps, level of play, exclusivity, transcripts, the admissions process & more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Nov 30, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 38
This episode we provide an update on the new contact rule and discuss what we have heard from coaches, how it’s impacting timelines and more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Nov 28, 2023•13 min
In this episode we sit down and talk about social media, the impact it has had on recruiting and college baseball. We also take a look at how to use you it as a tool during the recruiting process and more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Nov 25, 2023•58 min•Ep. 37
This episode we talk about how and why college coaches lean on other coaches or baseball insiders who they trust to identify, evaluate, and collect personal insights on potential recruits. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Nov 20, 2023•13 min
In this episode we sit down with Bill Cilento, the Associate Head Coach at Wake Forest, to discuss recruiting, player development, team culture, and college baseball. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Nov 16, 2023•58 min•Ep. 36
This episode we talk about the role of drill work and emphasize the need for drills to be a part of the process but not the whole process. The goal is to be good on game day not good at doing drills. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Nov 13, 2023•14 min
In this episode we sit down and talk about scholarships and types of offers including a deep dive into scholarship allotments, roster construction, types of offers, financial packaging and more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Nov 09, 2023•48 min•Ep. 35
This episode we talk about the Quiet Period, what it is, and how to navigate it as a part of the recruiting process. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Nov 06, 2023•11 min
In this episode we sit down and talk about the current state of recruiting, the transfer portal, what has changed, what hasn’t and much much more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Nov 02, 2023•53 min•Ep. 34
This episode we talk about body language, handling adversity, and how it factors into the evaluation process as well as performance. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Oct 30, 2023•11 min
In this episode we sit down with Pete Larson, Pitching Coach for the St. Paul Saints, the AAA Affiliate for the Minnesota Twins and discuss evaluation, leveraging data for development, pitching development and more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Oct 26, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 33
This episode we talk about catcher POP times, there value, where it fits in the catching evaluation, and why the showcase time isn’t all that meaningful. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Oct 23, 2023•12 min
In this episode we sit down and discuss showcases and camps. Specifically how to prepare, the timing of exposure, and how to standout. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Oct 19, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 32
This episode we talk about strength, conditioning, and the importance of the weight room in development, health, and the transition to the college game. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Oct 16, 2023•13 min
In this episode we sit down with Stanford University Video, Technology, and Analytics Coordinator, C.J. Baker to discuss recruiting, analytics, culture, and much more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Oct 12, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 31
This episode we talk about the importance of managing the running game as a pitcher. It’s not often a concern for high school players but to pitch in college you have to be able to manage the running game. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Oct 09, 2023•15 min
In this episode we sit down to discuss developing a recruiting plan, strategies to use, mindset, focus areas and timing for different recruiting classes. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Oct 05, 2023•47 min•Ep. 30
This episode we dive into Evaluation and Self Assessment. This topic is the foundation of what we do and a key element in navigating the recruiting process. You have to be honest not only to effectively navigate the recruiting process but also to develop as a player and person. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Oct 02, 2023•13 min
In this episode we sit down with current F-18 Super Hornet Fighter Pilot and former Division III All-American at RPI Jared Jensen. We talk about his recruiting process, lessons learned through college athletics, toughness, commitment, leadership and more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Sep 28, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 28
This episode we dive into the realities of college baseball, what it takes to succeed, what to expect and how to prepare for the college game. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Sep 25, 2023•14 min
In this episode we sit down and discuss recruiting & college baseball with Middlebury College Head Coach Mike Leonard. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Sep 21, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 28
In this episode we sit down and discuss the differences in High School and College Baseball. Same basic rules but a very different game not only on game day but in practice, the weight room, competition level, commitment level needed to be successful and more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Sep 14, 2023•55 min•Ep. 27