Most athletes are told there’s a “right way” to make it play year-round, get exposure, and commit early. But what if that path is actually holding them back? In this episode of Coach & Counselor, we sit down with Trey Woosley, a former professional baseball player, Division I athlete, and current athletic director and highContinue reading “The “Normal” Path in Sports… Is Why Most Athletes Struggle: Trey Woosley”
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You’re More Than Your Sport: Mental game & Confidence
Skip navigation Create You’re More Than Your Sport: Mental game & Confidence In this episode of The Coach & Counselor, we sit down with Camryn Cottrell, head coach of Blackfoot High School girls soccer in Idaho, AYSO coach and administrator, and a mentor working across youth, club, and high school soccer. Camryn started coaching atContinue reading “You’re More Than Your Sport: Mental game & Confidence”
Great Coaches Don’t Just Build Hitters… They Build Humans | Tim Jones
Tim Jones, owner of Clubhouse Pittsburgh and coach with the Rawlings Tigers Pittsburgh sector, brings more than 20 years of experience developing hitters—from youth baseball to the professional level. Over the course of his career, he has helped more than 60 athletes reach the college ranks and guided players on to professional baseball. But forContinue reading “Great Coaches Don’t Just Build Hitters… They Build Humans | Tim Jones”
From Big Leagues to Big Impact: Rich Austin
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”
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”
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”
When the Dream Shifts: Rebuilding Through Resilience- EP 18-Luke Goodgion
For Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Luke Goodgion, baseball wasn’t just a game — it was his identity. Then came the injuries, the surgeries, and the silence that tests every athlete’s resolve. In this episode, Luke shares how he rebuilt through resilience, redefined success beyond stats, and found purpose in mentoring others to do the same.Continue reading “When the Dream Shifts: Rebuilding Through Resilience- EP 18-Luke Goodgion”
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