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In this episode of Patrick Jones Baseball, I interview Johnny Washington, Director of Hitting for the San Diego Padres. Johnny Washington discusses what he has learned about coaching, how he transitioned from a baseball player to a baseball coach, player communication, the importance of first base, and remaining open-minded.Episode Highlights:Go to patrickjonesbaseball.com and sign up for 13 baseball training drills you can do by yourself. Johnny Washington introduces himself and his background. What got Johnny into his coaching role?  What would Johnny Washington do differently if he could start over as a coach? Does having good timing come from experience or awareness?  How much contact with players is enough or too much? Johnny Washington coached first base and gives tips on how to coach a base. Remain open-minded with a growth mindset.  What is Johnny Washington looking for when watching pitchers?  How many hitters has Johnny worked with?&nb

In this episode of Patrick Jones Baseball, I interview Tyler Gillum, the Assistant Coach, and Health and Wellness Coordinator at South Mountain Community College in Phoenix, Arizona. During the summertime, he is the head coach for the Savannah Bananas, a collegiate summer baseball team. He has also been in the Coastal Plain League, Texas Collegiate League, and Cape Cod League. Tyler Gillum talks about infield play, how to coach third base, strength training, and base running. Episode Highlights:What drew Tyler Gillum to coach the Savannah Bananas? Tyler Gillum talks about ways his team breaks the norm on the baseball field. What did Tyler’s high school coach do that made such a big impact on him? What are his roles with South Mountain?  What is a typical day like for his infielders?  Tyler Gillum shares a story about a bullpen catcher for the Toronto Blue Jays.  Tyler shares his positive opinions of wall balls and counting hops. &

In this episode of Patrick Jones Baseball, I interview Jeff McGarry, Account Manager at Blast Motion. Jeff McGarry discusses what the metrics mean for Blast Motion, how to best utilize their training services, as well as Jeff’s personal and professional background. Episode Highlights: Go to Blast Motion and use coupon code PJB25 and you will get a 50% discount on a bat sensor. How long has Jeff McGarry been a surfer?   Jeff McGarry talks about his life in New York City and then San Diego with his fiance. Jeff McGarry knew when he was a student at the University of Pennsylvania that he wanted to work in baseball. What was it like going to an ivy league school?Jeff McGarry shares his high school grade point average and S.A.T. scores.Jeff’s major in college was Communications and Commerce and he was able to apply those skills at Blast Motion. What are some examples of what coaches should be looking for in players? How does the sensor determine where the body

In this episode of Patrick Jones Baseball, I interview Nate Yeskie, Pitching Coach and Associate Head Coach at the University of Arizona. Nate Yeskie has helped guide Oregon State to a national championship in 2018, was named Assistant Coach of the Year by D1 Baseball in 2017, was named 2x National Pitching Coach of the Year by Collegiate Baseball in 2013 and 2017. Nate shares a ton of useful pitching information and ways to prepare pitchers for game time. Episode Highlights: How has it been for Nate Yeskie to transition from Oregon State to the University of Arizona?What did Nate Yeskie implement in the fall that maybe was different before he arrived at the University of Arizona?Can video work at times get players, especially pitchers, to overthink?What would he say to one of his pitchers if he didn’t have any information on the hitters that they were facing? Does he ever talk to his players about their individual mental game plan when they are going into a game? Does he ta

In this episode of Patrick Jones Baseball, I interview Marty Smith, who has completed his 25th year as Head Baseball Coach at College of Central Florida this year. They discuss the benefits of junior college baseball, how he is adapting with the times, the ways in which players can get recruited at the junior college level, and what coaching at the junior college level looks like. Episode Highlights: How has Marty Smith been adjusting to social distancing? What is Marty Smith’s background and how did he get where he is at? Marty talks about how he remembers having Hall-Of-Fame player Mike Piazza on his team. Marty hasn’t really thought about coaching for another team. What is it about the JUCO level now compared to the past? Does Marty Smith find it hard being at the junior college level to get players to not just think about themselves but to think about the team? What is a good way to get recruited at the junior college level? How do they recruit for their own te

In this episode of Patrick Jones Baseball, host Patrick Jones interviews Nate Metzger, Associate Head Coach and Recruiting Coordinator at Wright State University, a place that has sent over 20 players into professional baseball since 2015. They discuss ways to still get your name out there, even during social distancing when you are unable to play at all, recruiting videos, and whatNate Metzger looks for in new recruits. Episode Highlights: ●     Go to patrickjonesbaseball.com/161podcast and sign up for free 13 hitting drills             you can do by yourself. ●     Wright University was top 25 in the nation in 2017 and they were top 10             offense in the nation in 2019.  ●     What was Nate Metzger’s journey to get where he is at today?  ● 

How does swinging an Axe Bat Improve your ability to hit? In this episode we bring on a rep for Axe Bat, Branden Berry. In this episode Branden talks about why Axe Bat started and some of the benefits behind it, his playing career as a college and professional, his transition into working with Blast Motion, and what metrics you should be aiming for. We also talk about the Axe Bat Speed Trainers and how they increase bat speed, along with cleaning up a hitters bat path.Axe Bat is being kind enough to give all listeners 25% off any Axe Bat training at including the Driveline overload/underload set, all you have to do is head to axebat.com and type in coupon code pjb25 for 25% off. (1:00) Brandon’s playing career (2:45) Why he decided to transfer to Cal State Northridge(4:55) What Brandon expected he would be doing with his degree (7:00) Why he decided to join Axe Bat (8:45) How does Axe bat help you as a hitter? (12:35) What are benefits of overload/underload axe bat trainers? (14:

His entire life Monte wanted to do one thing, coach. Even back as a young teenager his dream was to one day become the head baseball coach at his high school.  His journey has taken him to several stops all in the great state of South Carolina. Now, in his 5th year as the head baseball coach at Clemson University, Monte shares what he’s learned along the way. How he became a better recruiter, what it takes to build a good culture, how to implement technology into a program, teaching plate discipline, the mental game, and so much more!  I really enjoyed this interview with Monte, as he is on the cutting edge of player development, and hungry to learn more!The only thing that I ask is that if you enjoy the podcast please share the show on social media, leave us a review in iTunes, or text this episode to a fellow friend who you think would benefit.  The goal of this podcast is to help as many coaches, players, parents, and fans. Time Stamps:(1:00) What the last few days o

This has been the most bizarre week in the history of sports. I never would’ve imagined having to make the drive back to Cincinnati, in March. I would like to say that I feel for anyone impacted by the coronavirus in any capacity, along with the baseball community, where many players have worked so hard and put so much time in, just to see it all put on hold. Resilient. That would be the best word to describe T.J. Bruce. After his playing career ended, he decided he wanted to get into coaching. When he first started coaching junior college baseball he was making 5k while supporting his wife who was still in school. He was passed over three times while he was a volunteer assistant at Long Beach State for the paid position. He never gave up. After he became the head coach at the University of Nevada, he had a player pass away, and then two weeks later, his dad passed away. He held it all together and became a stronger man.  He did all of this while becoming known as one of the best coll

Every once in a while I like to change it up and do a different type of episode. Normally we talk a lot about player development and go over mechanics, workouts, recruiting, and I just wanted to change it up this week. So I decided to bring on someone who started as a baseball player playing Independent Baseball and making $600 a month to a founder of a company that sells awesome baseball gear.  Josh Band, wanted to make some money on the side. He thought of different ideas and being that he was still playing and couldn’t physically be some place to work, he decided to start a monthly membership box geared towards baseball supplies. Through word of mouth and social media, Josh was able to get thousands of people to sign up for his membership box, Plate Crate. This is the journey of an entrepreneur who used his baseball platform to make his living online. If you are interested in sponsoring an episode please email me @jonesbaseballtraining@gmail.com. As always the best way to show support o

“The coach on the field” is a phrase that people in baseball say about the guy behind the dish. The catching position is one that takes an entire episode to really dive into to explain the complexity and responsibility for the hardest working guy on the field. In this episode we bring on Todd Coburn, better known as “The Catching Guy” on social media who has amassed a huge following online and in person. Todd travels around the country working with catchers from coast to coast. He breaks down the catching position like no other on this podcast. We talk about framing pitches, blocking, drills, handling pitchers, building a relationship with the umpire, and about everything else that comes with the position. You can follow Todd on twitter and instagram @thecatchingguy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

One of the most interesting schools in the country happens to be in Bradenton, Florida. IMG Academy is a preparatory boarding school that has roughly 1,300 students from all over the world. They offer several sports, including baseball. In this episode Dan talks about what it’s like to be a baseball player at IMG, and why they have some of the best high school baseball players in the country attend each year. The cost to attend is roughly 80k a year. Dan has a deep history in baseball himself, being a former Division 1 head coach at Miami University (Ohio). He’s coached 32 MLB draft picks, 24 All-MAC selections, 5 MAC freshman of the year, and 17 Academic All-MAC student athletes while at Miami. Blast Motion Coupon : pjb25 for $25 off See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode we are going to check in with Steve Dintaman, Head coach for one of the best JUCO’s in the country, Sinclair Community College. This season will be Steve’s 13 year as head coach for the Tartan Pride, and 18th as a member of the program as a player and coach.  Steve has had an overall record of 501-163 including atleast 45 wins a year since 2014. In 2019 he was named OCCAC Coach of the year. He has sent over 100 players on to four year schools, including 8 from last years team that all went division 1. Last fall I actually went up to Sinclair to throw some BP and watch a practice. I was blown away with the talent level at the program. You could definelty tell Steve connects with all of his players and truly cares about them. He didn’t micro manage every aspect of practice, he let his assistants coach, and he was just over seeing everything. In this episode Steve talks about his journey as a coach, how he handles recruiting at the JUCO level, and the impor

On this episode we have Dan Cevette. Dan is currently the President of Prep Baseball Report in New York and Pennsylvania. After finishing an 11 year pro career Dan decided to help younger players and make their dreams come true of playing college baseball. In this episode Dan talks about how Prep Baseball report helps players get their name to college coaches. We also talk about what showcases to attend, and when you should start attending those. (2:40) How Dan became the PBR President in New York and Pennsylvania (5:30) What is Prep Baseball Report?(7:05) When should you start attending an event?(9:20) How many events should you attend a year? (10:55) Can it hurt you to attend if you’re not ready? (13:50) Do all colleges use PBR? (17:55) How many players attend the big events? (18:55) What if you’re not a “Showcase” type of player? (28:00) Is it important to be ranked high by PBR? Blast Motion Code: pjb25 for $25 off See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out inform

The new age hitting coach doesn’t just apply in baseball, softball is doing the same thing. In this episode JJ Reimer stops by to talk about how he uses technology for his team, his journey as a college softball coach, how he develops hitters, and some ways to make practice more competitive. (2:00) Why JJ decided he wanted to coach Softball instead of Baseball(5:15) How he uses Rapsodo to work with hitters(9:20) The Karate Band System (11:20) How do you make practice more competitive? (12:25) How JJ works with his hitters on the mental game  (16:51) How to practice swing decisions (17:55) Hitters using journals and why that can be helpful(25:30) Coming up with a game plan to help each hitterBlast Motion Code: pjb25 for $25 off See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For the past 18 years Danny Borrell has been a member of the New York Yankees. He started out as a player, drafted in the second round out of Wake Forest University, and eventually transitioned into a coach. The last five years he has been the pitching coordinator for the entire organization. However, after last season he decided to become a first year college coach, at Georgia Tech University. In this episode Danny talks about what it's like to be a first year college coach in the ACC, what life is like as a coordinator, and how they evaluate players at Georgia Tech. Rate and Review on iTunes See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Former big league catcher J.D. Closser stops by the podcast to share what he's learned by being in professional baseball for 20 years. J.D. explains what it feels like to be drafted out of high school at the age of 18 and how he had to learn how to handle pitchers. When J.D. was in high school he was able to call his own game and he talks about how that gave him an advantage once he got into pro baseball. After his playing career J.D. took a job with the New York Yankees and eventually became their Catching Coordinator. He describes what that position entails and how he assisted and helped coaches and players.If you enjoy this podcast and would like other coaches and players to benefit please Rate and Review the show!Hitting Coaches Course Code: Podcast for $15 offBlast Motion Code: pjb25 for $25 off See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Coach Leggett doesn’t need much of an introduction. Accumulating over 1,300 career victories as a head coach throughout his career he has taken his team to Omaha to play in the College World Series six times! At the age of 23 Coach Leggett was given the keys to be the head coach at the University of Vermont. He knew right then that coaching was going to be his passion, forever! In this episode Coach Leggett talks about how he develops his assistant coaches, how to handle players’ who are struggling with playing time, his core philosophy, and how to get players to buy into your program! Patrick Jones Baseball Hitting Coaches Course See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Just this past August, T.J received his Masters of Coaching degree from Ohio University. Before that he has made numerous stops on the coaching trail. After graduating from Catawba College, T.J. became the head coach in the Virginia Beach Collegiate League. He has served as a catching instructor at IMG Academy and was a performance science assistant with the New York Yankees organization. In this episode T.J. talks about how he balances being a hitting coach and a strength coach for his team, what he’s implemented so far at Maryville College, and his goals for the future.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jason is currently the Head Baseball Coach at Alamo Heights High School. However, his journey as a coach started long before that. In this episode he shares how he has grown as a coach over the years. Starting last year, he implemented Blast Motion bat sensors throughout his entire program. Every player has a blast sensor and focuses on three metrics, Bat Speed, Attack Angle, and Rotation Acceleration. Jason has individualized drills for players based off of the blast data and their performance. Over the past three years he has also served as the President of the San Antonio Area Baseball Coaches Association, he talks about how important it is that coaches can collaborate with each other and why it was so important to him to be apart of the association. Blast Motion Code: pjb25 for $25 offCoaches Course Code: podcast for $20 off See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.