• Communicating With Families
    Mar 12 2025

    Don’t let poor communication undermine your season. Clear communication is a cornerstone of any good team.


    In this episode, Kevin and Nate share how to effectively communicate with parents before, during, and at the end of a season. Learn different tactics and tips on how you can set yourself up for success.


    00:00: Introduction

    01:35: First contact

    04:40: Making your pre-season meeting accessible

    06:50: Organizing & holding your pre-season meeting

    10:25: Playing time discussions with parents

    15:32: Sharing season logistics at pre-season meetings

    16:35: Communication during the season

    19:45: Creating a newsletter

    22:40: Team vs. Club communication

    23:35: Communication with unhappy parents

    28:35: End-of-season discussions


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    35 mins
  • We're Talking About Practice
    Mar 5 2025

    In the famous words of Allen Iverson, "We're talking about practice."


    Learn how (2) championship coaches create a practice plan - starting with the why, to the who, to the what, to the how.


    Looking for ways to have your players improve their baseball IQ on their own? Kevin & Nate offer some tips to help your players continue their learning at home and on their own.


    00:00: Introduction

    03:30: Why create a practice plan?

    06:04: Personalizing practice for your players

    10:55: Effectively using assistant coaches

    13:30: Creating your practice plan & timing

    15:10: Practice atmosphere & setting expectations

    20:04: Importance of self scouting

    21:44: Ending practice

    26:15: Practicing at home and improving baseball IQ

    31:42: Life lessons away from baseball


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    33 mins