In this episode of Coach & Counselors, we sit down with Richard Austin a former Minnesota State Mankato standout, 13-year professional baseball player, Team USA representative, and Frontier League Hall of Fame inductee. Rich takes us through his journey from collegiate athlete to the professional ranks, including signing with the Kansas City Royals and competingContinue reading “From Big Leagues to Big Impact: Rich Austin”
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Inside the Modern Baseball Machine: Travel Ball, Tech & Truth
Todd Friedman has lived nearly every chapter of the game: All-State shortstop, Cape Cod League competitor, state championship coach, financial services professional, and now Head of Sales at WIN Reality in the sports technology space.In this episode, we go inside the modern baseball machine, the world of travel ball, recruiting pressure, data-driven training, and theContinue reading “Inside the Modern Baseball Machine: Travel Ball, Tech & Truth”
No Quit Culture: Determination, Development, and Dominance
For Coach Aaron Graves, winning starts long before the scoreboard. A 12-year coaching veteran across travel, college, and high school baseball, including a remarkable 97–5 stretch at Riverdale Baptist High School, Aaron has built a reputation for developing not just talent, but toughness.But his perspective on resilience didn’t start in the dugout. As a youngContinue reading “No Quit Culture: Determination, Development, and Dominance”
The Player Pathway: Recruiting, Growth, and the Reality of the Game | Will Craig
What does the real player pathway actually look like? from high school potential to college opportunity to professional baseball? This week, we’re joined by Will Craig, former first-round MLB Draft pick and current Duke Baseball recruiting coordinator, for a wide-ranging conversation on recruiting, development, and the realities of the game at the highest levels. WillContinue reading “The Player Pathway: Recruiting, Growth, and the Reality of the Game | Will Craig”
Why Coaching Still Matters More Than Ever
Coaching has always been about more than wins and losses; it’s about influence, development, and the impact we have on people long after the game is over.In this episode of the Coach & Counselor Podcast, Phil O’Grady joins us for a meaningful conversation on leadership, mentorship, and player development in today’s baseball landscape. We exploreContinue reading “Why Coaching Still Matters More Than Ever”
Built by the Game: Playing, Coaching & the Pro Grind | Greg Golson
In this episode, former professional baseball player and coach Greg Golson shares what it truly takes to succeed in baseball — from navigating the pro baseball grind to developing players at the youth and high school levels. Greg offers honest insight into baseball coaching, player development, and the mindset needed to grow athletes both onContinue reading “Built by the Game: Playing, Coaching & the Pro Grind | Greg Golson”
The Long Game: Youth Sports, Baseball & Perspective- Jeff Quillin
In this episode of Coach & Counselor, we’re joined by Jeff Quillin to talk about the long game of youth sports — especially baseball — and the lessons that last far beyond the scoreboard. Jeff shares his perspective on athlete development, pressure in youth sports, and the role parents and coaches play in shaping confidence,Continue reading “The Long Game: Youth Sports, Baseball & Perspective- Jeff Quillin”
The Person Sports Are Quietly Building-Gary Russo
Sports are always teaching — even when we don’t realize it. In this episode of Coach & Counselor, we’re joined by Gary Russo, a former Miami (OH) baseball standout who now works in athlete development, contract negotiation, and marketing at the Bledsoe Agency. Gary reflects on the quiet lessons sports instill over time — shapingContinue reading “The Person Sports Are Quietly Building-Gary Russo”
One Foot Forward: Coaching Mindset & Resilience with Sam Bauer
Sam Bauer, Assistant Linebackers Coach at Madonna University and Co-Defensive/Special Teams Coordinator for their JV program, joins us to break down the coaching mindsets and modern football techniques shaping today’s athletes. In this episode, we dive into player development, safe tackling fundamentals, athlete confidence, and how coaches can build resilient teams in a changing game.Continue reading “One Foot Forward: Coaching Mindset & Resilience with Sam Bauer”
Inside a Coach’s Locker Room: Greg Branch
Step inside the locker room with Coach Greg Branch — a 300-win baseball coach, veteran educator, author, and one of the most influential mindset voices in youth sports today. Recorded right from the space where his team prepares and grows, this episode takes you behind the scenes of what truly shapes athletes. Coach Branch breaksContinue reading “Inside a Coach’s Locker Room: Greg Branch”
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