Blogs

Today I had a great time sitting down with Minnesota Twins AAA Pitching Coach Ryan Ricci. Topics Include:

• • Key gems to consider when moving up the coaching ranks
  • Creating a “winning environment”
  • Getting through “sticking points” on the mound

Continue reading “Podcast #170: Talking Shop with Minnesota Twins Pitching Coach Ryan Ricci”

Today we’re sitting down with Chicago White Sox Pitching Coach Rob Hardy. Rob brings with him a huge background in data analytics and college recruiting. Topics Include:

• • Setting up boundaries in a new environment
  • What’s next in pitching development
  • Being present on the mound

Continue reading “Podcast #169: Transitioning from Collegiate to Pro Ball with White Sox Pitching Coach Rob Hardy”

Today, we’re sitting down with RPP Pitching Coach Scott Shuman, as he shares his experiences pitching at both Auburn and years in pro ball, as well as his views on coaching young pitchers here at RPP.

Topics Include:

• • Getting the most out of a new athlete from day 1
  • When to work mechanics and when to work arsenal
  • Difference in approach when coaching 13-16 and 17+

Continue reading “Podcast #168: Throwing Harder, Throwing Safer, Mechanics, Arsenal and More… w/ Scott Shuman”

After a great weekend speaking at the Baseball Ontario Summit, it became very clear that information on arm care is still at the top of most coaches priority list. As a result we’ll take a deep dive into the topic. These Include:

• • Improving scap stability
  • Firing time of the cuff
  • Strengthening the traps and serratus
  • Much, much more…

Continue reading “Podcast #167: Bulletproofing the Shoulder and Elbow for Power and Endurance”

Today we’re sitting down with mental performance coach Mike Huber to discuss the modern challenges, both internal and external, facing youth athletes today. Topics Include:

• • Competition with phone / social media time
  • Growing up during Covid 19
  • When is it internal? external?

Continue reading “Podcast #166: The Modern Challenges Facing Today’s Youth Athlete with Mike Huber”

Today, we’re sitting down with DPT Andrew Liu to discuss some causes as well as some great ways to keep a young athlete’s shoulder healthy year-round.
Topics Include:

• • Shoulder Stability
  • Cuff Strength
  • Overuse

Continue reading “Podcast #165: Training for Shoulder Health in the Youth Population with DPT Andrew Liu”

Happy New Year Everyone!

Today, I’m going to review some of the hottest topics of 2025 coming in to RPP this year. Topics Include:

• • Increasing Speed and Power
  • Finding a Great Baseball College Recruiter
  • Passive vs Active Mobility

And more…

Continue reading “Podcast #164: Top 5 Hottest Topics of 2025”

Happy Holidays!

It’s that time of year again when we present the Top 5 listened to podcasts of 2025.

Top 5 Titles:

1. 1. Using VALD Force Plate Metrics to Improve the Lead Leg
   2. The Road to Throwing Harder
   3. Fueling Up for Success with Nick Valenti
   4. Lower Half Pitching Mechanics… The Drive, Rotation and Lead Leg Block
   5. Coastal’s Matt Williams on the Road to Omaha and the RPP College Assessment

Continue reading “Podcast #163: Behind the Seams — Best of 2025”