Welcome to the Showcase & College Baseball Banter Podcast where we help bridge the gap from showcase and High School Baseball to college baseball. Every week, host, Jeff Moyer, and co-host, Bobby Humphrey, will talk about the recruiting process and what y
Join Bobby and Jeff in episode 12 as they sit down with Jim "The Rookie" Morris, and hear his story firsthand. He tells us how he was recruited even though high school did not have baseball, how injuries ended his first career and how losing a bet with the High School team he was coaching started his second career. Jim is a living example of how chasing your dreams doesn't end when your playing career ends. Listen in as Jim tells us of the ups and downs of his journey and where he is today! Do you love Jim's story? You can purchase his book DREAM MAKERS and hear his life story before during and after his playing career! Dream Makers
Join Jeff & Bobby in Episode 11 as the sit down with founder of the Reformed Sports Project, Nick Buonocore, as we talk about his mission to restore healthy balance in all areas of sport through education and advocacy. Nick has sat down and interviewed of 400 College coaches on the recruiting process and has a plethora of knowledge surrounding recruiting. Enjoy as Nick brings the energy and speaks words of wisdom that can help everybody navigate the recruiting journey!
Join Bobby & Jeff in Episode 10 as they sit down with Andy Pascoe, the Head Coach at Western Illinois. During the interview, they discuss, rebuilding a program, and how recruiting plays a big role. Andy has spent time across the landscape of both high school and college baseball. Listen in as he speaks about recruiting!
Join Jeff and Bobby in Episode 9 as they discuss the Don'ts of the recruiting process. Enjoy their conversation with Steve Crosier who has coached baseball at the High School, College and Professional Levels and done strength and conditioning at the college basketball. Steve gives his perspective of what it takes to play at each level and what separates players at each level. Steve has a unique perspective from his time working with players in the weight room and on the field and shares how your son can maximize is development. Listen in as we talk about how the recruiting process hasn't really changed much from the 80's!
Join Bobby and Jeff in Episode 8 as they sit down with two parent, Bryan and Cheryl, who have been through the recruiting process. Their son went through the recruiting process 3 times as a 4-2-4 transfer and they know first hand how to handle the recruiting process. They answer the questions that all parents ask. Where to start while in HS? What Degrees should we focus on for the future while playing ball? Do you really need a HS coaches help? Did you use a recruiting Websites? Is HS baseball important? What was your role in applying for academic scholarships, such as FAFSA? and many more questions!
Join Bobby and Jeff as they dive into how to sift through all of the recruiting information out there to devise your personal plan. We understand it can be hard to know how to come up with a plan for recruiting, so we give you what you need to know and look for to create your personal recruiting plan. Bobby and Jeff are joined by Division 1 Pitching Coach & Associate Head Coach Jimmy Jackson of James Madison University as he drops his knowledge on the recruiting world. How to Devise your Personal Recruiting Plan - Limit Your Resources - Trust the Professionals - Build Your Network - Join our Facebook Group (Showcase & College Baseball) Interview with Jimmy Jackson (9:43)
Join Bobby and Jeff in episode 6 to find out what kind of work ethic it takes to play college baseball. Bobby and Jeff will discuss what it was like playing college baseball and all the work that came outside of regular practice hours. Bobby and Jeff are joined by Sale Solaita, a former teammate of Bobby's at Spring Arbor, to talk about what it was like for him coming to the United States from Samoa to play college baseball. You will NEVER guess where he was found! Work Ethic Required to Play College Baseball - Enjoying the Game isn't enough - Taking Initiative/getting extra work in before/after practice - Making the Right Decisions What College Baseball is like at all Levels - Learning Curve - Depth Interview with Sale Solaita Questions of the Week
Join Bobby and Jeff this week as they discuss what College Coaches are looking for in players. Bobby and Jeff are joined by Division 2 Edward Waters Recruiting Coordinator Sean Stevens. What College Coaches are looking for in Position Players - Approach - Educated Feet - Quick/Fast Hands What College Coaches are Looking for in Pitchers - Fastball Command - Hand Speed - Ability to Throw Strikes Interview with Sean Stevens Questions of the Week
Join Jeff and Bobby as they discuss statistics and if they really matter when you're in the recruiting process. They are joined by two time NAIA All-American, Golden Spikes Watch List and 11th Round Pick of the Arizona Diamondbacks, Cam Coursey. Cam has a very unique story where he virtually lead the world in offensive stats, but he tells you why his stats didn't turn any heads and what did the head turning. Show Notes: Do Your Stats Matter? - Stats depend heavily on your competition - Stats don't always translate to the college level - Stats don't say much about how you project - Stats don't show the intangibles you possess - There are too many stats to look at Stats that Coaches use for projection - Walks, Strikeouts, Stolen Bases, Home Runs, Doubles (Offensive) - Walks & Strikeouts (Pitching) Cam Coursey's Apparel Line Undiscovered Athlete
Join us for week 3's episode as we talk about development and training as well as how to find the right instructor. Jeff and Bobby are joined by #SheGone movement leader, Jeff Frye, as they discuss, how training as evolved over the years, how baseball has changed from when Jeff played until now, and what he is trying to accomplish with his movement. Episode Recap - Stop Cloning the Big Leaguers - Simplify - Individualized Training - There are no cookie cutter players - The word "good" after every rep - Being able to explain aspects of the game in multiple ways - Understanding a good session may just be a good round of BP with emphasis on achieving the right result - Jeff Frye Interview
Join us for week two as bobby and Jeff discuss how to find value in showcase and travel baseball. They are joined by Tampa Bay Rays Tyler Zombro who will be in Big League Camp this spring after going from an undrafted Free Agent all the way through the ranks of MiLB. Listen to his story of how he was discovered and recruited at George Mason and his journey to being signed. Episode Recap - Finding Value in Showcases and Travel Baseball - What the difference between an Associate Scout and Area Scout is - Showcases are on the College Campus - Coaches aren't guaranteed at Showcases and not at Big Box Tournaments - Making sure your showcase coach is connected and aligned with colleges across a region and not just the state - Tyler Zombro Interview
In Season 1 Episode 1 you'll meet your Host, Jeff Moyer, and Co Host, Bobby Humphrey. They'll discuss how to navigate the emotional roller coaster that the recruiting journey will take you on. You'll hear from Showcase & College Baseball Owner, Marty Lewis as he discusses how he went through the process with his son Evan Lewis who is currently a freshman at Louisiana Tech and the vision and mission he has for the Podcast! Episode Recap - How to Navigate the Emotional Roller Coaster of Recruiting - Be Conservative - Understand Your Path is Different - It affects the player - Trust The Plan you have! - Marty Lewis Interview Bobby Humphrey's Books Hitting Home with Fundamental Purpose and Intent for Baseball and Softball Hitters The Tools of Greatness: A Complete Guide Second Edition Showcase & College Baseball Banter Apparel Shop110ring.com
Welcome to the Showcase & College Baseball Banter Podcast. Listen in as host, Jeff Moyer, gives you a preview of what is to come on the Podcast. Join us every Wednesday as we strive to help you bridge the gap from high school and showcase baseball to college baseball.