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Improving Defensive Fielding in Young Athletes

Many young ball players face a common hurdle: they lack the athleticism to play defense at a high level. To field a ground ball or charge a bunt efficiently, movements must be fluid—and that requires agility. When it comes to fielding, agility means executing rapid movements in constantly changing, unpredictable environments.

So, what exactly IS agility?

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Podcast #175: Throwing Harder and Training Considerations After TJ Surgery

Most of our athletes who undergo Tommy John surgery end up throwing harder than prior to being Injured. Today, I’ll discuss not only why, but some of the key parameters in a good TJ Rehab Program. Topics Include:

    • Main causes of TJ
    • When to start a full body strength program (and “how”)
    • Working in conjunction with your PT and Ortho

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Podcast #173: Maximizing Your Spring Season by Staying Healthy with DPT Melanie Eskin

Today we’re sitting down with DPT Melanie Eskin of Paramus Orthopedic Physical Therapy. Today’s topic is maintaining health and maximizing performance during the season.

    • Most common in-season injuries and how to address them
    • Maintaining and / or improving IR in-season
    • Maintaining shoulder, hip & T-spine mobility
    • Manual therapy after outings, yes / no?

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Podcast #171: Coaching Ball in the Big Easy with Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns Seth Thibodeaux

Today we’re sitting down with Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns Associate Head Coach Seth Thibodeaux. While I was speaking at the Baseball Ontario Summit, I had the opportunity to hear Seth speak and knew he would be a great guest. Topics Include:

    • Changes in the 1st year college athlete over the past 5-10 years
    • Methods for taking on a leadership role as both player and coach
    • How to keep the culture thriving

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

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

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

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+

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