In this episode, we breakdown what the recruiting process at the high academic level looks like. We talk about baseball players vs. guys who play baseball. How coaches identify players at that level and when grades work into the equation. We also talk about how admissions and financial aid plays a role in the high academic world and at the different levels of NCAA baseball. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Jun 19, 2025•1 hr 5 min
In this episode, we go in depth on the recent house settlement decision that was finalized on 6/6/25. We get into what it means for college baseball in regards to scholarships, roster sizes, revenue sharing, and more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Jun 16, 2025•24 min
In this episode, we get back to Omaha for the 2025 College Baseball World Series. We talk the eight teams that are in and how we think they will fare. We also revisit our preseason picks and see how we did. We will talk who we think the favorites are and who could surprise this year in Omaha. We also discuss the recent house settlement decision to give some thoughts on it in its wake. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Jun 12, 2025•58 min•Ep. 119
In this episode, we talk about what you should be doing to take ownership of your recruiting process. We talk about the time and effort it takes to be an active participant in your process with emails, videos, social media posts, and more. We also talk about doing more than the bare minimum and giving yourself the best chance to get in front of the coaches and program you are interested in. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Jun 09, 2025•18 min
This week we sit down with Jonathan Grosse to discuss this past weekends Regional round of the Division I Baseball Tournament and give a preview of the upcoming Super Regional Matchups. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Jun 05, 2025•47 min•Ep. 118
In this episode, we talk about the necessary skill set for position players in baseball. The ability to regularly get yourself into scoring position. Whether it is with speed, power, or both but it is one of the best ways to get noticed by college coaches. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Jun 02, 2025•11 min
In this episode, we breakdown the DI tournament teams and highlight some of the regionals to look in on this weekend. We go region by region while also giving our Super Regional and Omaha picks. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
May 29, 2025•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 117
In this episode, we talk about the decision to enter into the transfer portal. We talk about the reasons players decide to get in and dig into the thought process behind whether or not you should enter into the transfer portal or stay where your feet are. We also talk about what the end goal is when thinking about getting into the transfer portal. You want to have a goal in mind before making the decision to enter. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
May 26, 2025•41 min•Ep. 115
The college baseball postseason is here! In this episode, we talk playoff baseball for all divisions. Division II and Division III are into the Super Regional round and Division I is into conference tournament weekends. We breakdown some of the DI conference tournaments, talk bubble teams and give our thoughts on the DII and DIII Super Regional matchups. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
May 22, 2025•53 min•Ep. 115
In this episode, we talk about what to do in the late high school season and before summer ball starts. Depending on where you live in the country and how your high school and summer schedules play out there are tactics and events you can attend at the start of the summer to get in front of coaches. We also talk about staying in the weight room, keeps skill sets sharp, and rest if you need it. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
May 19, 2025•15 min
In this episode, we sit down with Vassar College Head Coach Tad Skelley. We talk about his first year as head coach at Vassar, how he envisions the future in his program, what they look for and value at Vassar, and more. Tad brings years of baseball experience to Vassar having spent time at Notre Dame, Northwestern, Colby, Gordon, and time in professional baseball. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
May 15, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 115
In this episode, we talk about what you should be doing in addition to your summer baseball schedule. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
May 12, 2025•14 min
*Re-Release* This episode we discuss in detail the different types of showcase and camp events, what makes each of them unique, the value they provide, the timing involved with participation, and how to identify events that are right for you. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
May 09, 2025•44 min•Ep. 114
In this episode, we talk about our thoughts and feelings on weather and geography being a vital part of the decision making process. Baseball is played in early spring at the college level and it is still cold in many parts of the USA. The weather might not be as big of a deciding factor as you might think. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
May 06, 2025•11 min
In this episode, we sit down with Hamilton Assistant Coach Nolan Driscoll to talk all things recruiting. We discuss how Hamilton goes about finding players to recruit, what they value in their program, what they look for from a skill set standpoint in the recruiting process, and more. Coach Driscoll brings his knowledge as a former student athlete at Clarkson and his coaching stops that cover the DI, DII, and DIII levels to the podcast. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball...
May 01, 2025•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 113
In this episode, we talk about how you should handle any visit you go on with college coaches. We give out some tips and general things to follow as a player and family when going on visits. Communication and authenticity will always win on visits and allow you to get the most out of it. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Apr 28, 2025•33 min
In this episode, we sit down with Russell Sage Head Coach Nick Pontari. Coach Pontari started the program at Russell Sage and has taken it to the top of the conference standings in just four years. We talk about building a program from nothing, how he gets his guys to compete, what he looks for in the recruiting process, and how he went about building his program, and more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Apr 24, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 112
In this episode, we dive into what it looks like for coaches when they are recruiting during their season. We talk in general about where they go, how far, they go, and when they can get out. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Apr 21, 2025•19 min
In this episode, we discuss our midyear takes on the college baseball season. We also revisit our preseason picks and how they are doing now. We also what we think could happen over the next couple of weeks getting into the conference tournaments and NCAA tournament. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Apr 17, 2025•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 111
In this episode, we talk about the recent court hearing regarding the House v NCAA and the updates that came out of it. There will be more updates coming soon so stay tuned. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Apr 14, 2025•22 min
Rerelease of Episode 18 from July 12 2023 In this episode we sit down and discuss the role of parent in the recruiting process, why playing hard all the time is important, and much more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Apr 10, 2025•56 min•Ep. 110
In this episode, we talk about your high school stats. We discuss why they matter, the value coaches put on them in the recruiting process, and how coaches differentiate between similar players with similar stats. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Apr 07, 2025•13 min
In this episode, we sit down with former professional baseball player Kevin Smith. Kevin was drafted in the 4th round out of the University of Maryland in 2017 by the Toronto Blue Jays and played eight years of pro ball with the Blue Jays, A’s, and Yankees. We talk his path to college baseball and the pros, the mindset and work ethic it takes to play in the majors, and his advice for the next generation of baseball players. In his recent retirement he has formed a new glove company that makes ba...
Apr 03, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 109
In this episode, we discuss what we feel your mindset should be if you did not make the varsity team. It is not the end of the world and there will be plenty of opportunities to play and develop over the course of the JV season. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Mar 31, 2025•15 min
In this episode we sit down with Navy assistant coach Jeff Kane. Coach Kane in his 11th year with the Midshipmen and he brings a wealth of knowledge to the podcast. We talk about recruiting at Navy and what they look for in potential student athletes and how it does not differ much from any other recruitment of baseball players. We also talk how Navy is different and what it takes to succeed at the Naval Academy. We also get into hitting, approaches, metics, and how it all relates in todays game...
Mar 27, 2025•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 108
In this episode, we talk about what is most important in the recruiting process. The ability to focus on what really matters will be paramount for success. Your focus should be on things like development, consistency, effort, and success on the field. Distractions like rankings, social media outlets, and who is watching will only add undo stress to the process and are things that are out of your control. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Mar 24, 2025•11 min
In this episode, we sit down with Johnson & Wales Head Coach Kevin Casey and talk family, coaching, recruiting, and baseball. We discuss the current recruiting landscape, how competitive college baseball is, what it is like to coach with and against family, and his excitement for the future of Johnson & Wales baseball. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Mar 20, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 107
In this episode, we talk about the importance of body language both on and off the field. It can raise red flags or show coaches some green flags depending on how you can handle adversity with your body language. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Mar 17, 2025•22 min
In this episode, we talk about our takeaways from the first quarter of the college baseball season. Who had starts that have surprised us. What teams have disappointed to this point in the season and what we are looking forward to seeing now that conference play is underway. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Mar 13, 2025•59 min•Ep. 106
In this episode, we discuss what we feel the 2027 and 2028 graduating classes should be doing in the summer in regards to recruiting. With the recruiting calendar slowed down for younger classes we feel it is paramount to focus on development and playing baseball instead of showcases and camps. We talk about why you want to put yourself in the best spot to be recruited when the time comes. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Mar 10, 2025•16 min•Ep. 87
