Comebacker Baseball

Ready for a thrilling journey into the world of women's baseball? We've got the perfect episode for you. Our guest today, Maggie Gallagher, isn't just any baseball enthusiast; she's the General Manager and Head Coach of the UW Women's Baseball Club Team, a National Champion and a true trailblazer. Join us as Maggie shares her captivating journey from baseball to softball and back to baseball, a path studded with challenges, victories, and a determination that's second to none.Sit back as we delve into the burgeoning world of women's baseball through Maggie's lens. With her at the helm, the Women's Club Team has grown from just three teams to over forty across the nation, creating a diverse landscape of players. But this growth comes with its own set of challenges. We discuss everything from the difficulties women face when transitioning from softball to baseball, to the impact of age and physical differences on the normalization of women's baseball. Maggie also sheds light on the distinct dynamics of playing with women versus men in the league, providing a unique perspective that keeps you gripped throughout.In the final chapter of our conversation, we turn the spotlight on Maggie's own experiences of transitioning from collegiate softball to adult baseball. She candidly shares the obstacles she faced, how she overcame them, and how coaching has rekindled her passion for the sport. Her interactions with USA Women's Baseball and the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League provide a fascinating glimpse into the future potential of women's baseball. Don't miss this riveting episode, packed with inspiring stories, insightful discussions, and a deeper understanding of women's baseball. This is not just about sports; it's about breaking barriers, pursuing passion, and redefining norms.Be sure to check all things adult baseball at www.comebacker.com including league and tournament directories, adult baseball themed blog posts and much more!

Ever wondered how to stay competitive in adult baseball while juggling work, life, and the inevitable physical changes that come with age? We've got you covered in this episode, as we share our experiences and insights on pacing yourself and remaining injury-free throughout the season. Join us as we dive into the challenge of proactively pacing yourself, the differences between pitchers versus position players, and dealing with the fear of injury when playing on wet turf fields.But that's not all! We also discuss how to tailor your pitching approach and physical preparation to the caliber of competition, and explore how fielding and athleticism are impacted by age. Plus, get the inside scoop on what Comebacker is doing to become a one-stop resource for all things adult baseball. Don't miss out on this valuable conversation filled with personal stories, expert advice, and all the motivation you need to keep up with the game we all love.Be sure to check all things adult baseball at www.comebacker.com including league and tournament directories, adult baseball themed blog posts and much more!

What does it take to bounce back from a devastating sports injury? Join us on the Comebacker podcast as we sit down with PSSBL Hall of Famer Michael Collier, who shares his courageous journey of recovering from a severe injury involving his ACL, meniscus, and patella tendon during a basketball game last year. Discover the challenges he faced during the recovery process, from taking time off and going through MRIs to undergoing surgery and dealing with the struggles of aging in sports, all without the luxury of professional athlete care.In this episode, we dive into the world of injury rehabilitation and recovery, as Michael opens up about his intense physical therapy and the mental fortitude required to get back on the field. Learn about the evolution of injury recovery protocols and the crucial role of consistency in achieving results. Michael's story is an inspiring testament to resilience and determination that will motivate anyone to push through adversity.As we discuss the unique challenges of aging and maintaining a passion for baseball, Michael shares his lifelong love for the sport and its impact on his overall wellbeing. Listen in as we talk about the need to adapt our approach to the game as we grow older and unpack why it's so challenging to let go of the sports we love. Don't miss this captivating conversation with Michael Collier on the Comebacker podcast.Be sure to check all things adult baseball at www.comebacker.com including league and tournament directories, adult baseball themed blog posts and much more!

As we reflect on our journey and passion for adult baseball, Jason and Karl talk about our sense of responsibility to give back to the game and cater to an audience that is often overlooked. Listen in as we discuss our goals of creating a one-stop shop for adult baseball players, building a comprehensive tournament and league directory, and designing merchandise that people will actually want to wear. We also share our personal goals for the season and strategies for remaining patient at the plate, as well as the importance of making time for what truly matters. Be sure to check all things adult baseball at www.comebacker.com including league and tournament directories, adult baseball themed blog posts and much more!

Get ready to step up to the plate and join us on an exciting journey through the world of adult baseball! We're going to take you behind the scenes of league play, tournaments, and organizations, while sharing our joys and challenges along the way. With special guests sharing their own inspiring comeback stories, we guarantee you'll leave with a newfound appreciation for the game.Ever wondered about age exemptions in adult baseball leagues and tournaments? We'll dive into the debate on when it's appropriate to draw a hard line on age restrictions. Plus, we'll discuss the current state of the Seattle Mariners and their recent success, as well as possible trades and free agent signings that might just change the game. Tune in as we also tackle the importance of maintaining a healthy mindset in adult baseball and share tips on how to avoid putting too much pressure on yourself. Don't miss this action-packed episode!Be sure to check all things adult baseball at www.comebacker.com including league and tournament directories, adult baseball themed blog posts and much more!

The adventure continues this week as Jason and Karl share how adult baseball has impacted their businesses and the upcoming postseason news and notes.

Yea, yea we get it...where have you guys been. Well this time we're back for real and ready to stick with it. We update you on why the hiatus, what we're planning for moving forward as well as some killer adult baseball hacks from Jason and October World Series Baseball roundups with Karl.

We're back to our regularly scheduled programing with breaking down the start of the 2021 season, why even after just a few games everything still hurts as an adult baseball player, and why you need to take it easy on the umpires. Play ball!

This week we sat down with an adult baseball veteran, president of the Greater Philadelphia Men's Adult Baseball League, and owner of BaseballBBQ.com. We talk all things league leadership, season and tournament play, and the awesomeness of starting a passion baseball project that has turned into a successful business.

We're back and better than ever. At least we think so. We kick things off by discussing the upcoming season, how adult baseball should look at the tail end of a pandemic, and some predictions and expectations across the baseball board.

It's the Season 1 finale episode where we recap our Arizona World Series adventures over the past few weeks, and discuss what Season 2 of the Comebacker podcast looks like.

This week we preview the fall baseball tournaments, how organizations are implementing safe to play guidelines, and what to expect with the upcoming expanded MLB playoffs.

This week we were fortunate to host another roundtable discussion with guests Joe Townsend, Josh Wilder and JD Panalago where we discuss the decline of African Americans in the game of baseball. What's contributed to it, and how the trend can be reversed.For all things adult baseball, be sure to check out www.comebacker.com.

Many regular seasons have been cancelled, but fall baseball is around the corner and this week we discuss the challenges and fun of building adult baseball tournament teams and what to expect this year.

This week we debate about the unwritten rules of baseball and how the Fernando Tatis Jr. 3-0 swing has sparked conversation around whether it's OK to keep your foot on the gas when up big on your opponent.

This week Karl and Jason work with what they have and discuss pandemic baseball, tournament updates, and mildly interesting baseball workout stories that may or may not influence your hitting strategies.

This week we change things up a bit by trying out a little debate format with some of our local connections including Michael Collier, Joe Townsend and Adrian Brockway. We take on our 3n2 questions around courtesy runners, age exceptions and playoff eligibility.

This week we've put together an episode providing you updates from most of the adult baseball organizations on the status of tournaments, where they stand, and what you can expect with the current pandemic impacting tournament play.

This week we're interview free and catch up on a variety of adult baseball topics such as where things stand with leagues and tournaments, and the upcoming MLB season.

This week we had the pleasure of sitting down with former MLB pro Jose Rijo-Berger who now owns Rijo Athletics, a baseball training academy. We talked all things baseball from his days in the pros to what it's like training the next wave of ballplayers.

This week we sit down with Tom Prendergast, who runs the Kansas City MSBL and also directs numerous MSBL tournaments sharing insights as to what makes tournaments great, and all kinds of adult baseball insights.

This week we sat down with Ty Roberts a member of the Maui Adult Baseball League and talked what baseball is like in the Aloha state as well as his background in physical fitness and training as it pertains to helping adult baseball players stay in game shape.

This week we sit down with Rick Park who has been involved in adult baseball for many years as a player, GM, and umpire who shares a variety of stories he's experienced from all facets of the game.

Roy Hobbs is one of the premier adult baseball organizations in the country and we had the pleasure of sitting down with Tom Giffen and Meg Giffen, President, and Director of Sales and Marketing to discuss all things adult baseball.

This week we sat down with Tom Krause, the long time President of the Seattle based Puget Sound Senior Baseball League to talk adult baseball league leadership, the tactics and strategies in building a 70 team, 1100+ member league and how he's handled league operations with the current pandemic.

This week is a very special episode as we sat down with Stephanie Davis, VP of National Programs for The Miracle League, an organization that provides baseball to special needs kids and adults.

This week we're joined by Shane Fugita, President of the National Adult Baseball Association (NABA) who shares some incredible stories about the organization, what he's experienced along the way, and what we can expect with league and tournament play in the next few months.

Mike is a long time adult baseball veteran with some incredible stories on the history of the San Diego Adult Baseball League, the formation of NABA, and how he coordinates yearly international trips for adult baseball players.

We are joined by Jason Becker, owner/founder of the Umpire Inspire podcast and community who shares with us his combination and love of being an umpire and adult baseball player.

The inaugural episode of the Comebacker Podcast with your hosts Jason Yormark and Karl Ramsay. Comebacker covers all things adult baseball and we'll be discussing topics, themes and hosting interviews that showcase all facets of the game we love still played by thousands of men and women.