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Dr. Beckett reviews various sports card products from Panini, including 2024 Donruss Optic Football, 2024-25 Panini Prism Basketball, and 2024 Panini Select Baseball. He also discusses the 2025 USA Baseball high-end pack, reflecting on the advantages and limitations of each product. Drawing from his extensive experience, Dr. Beckett shares his insights on the importance of brand consistency across sports and the future potential for sticker products. He concludes with the idea of creating a time capsule of certain newly-released cards.   01:08 Reviewing Panini's Product Consistency 02:09 2024 Donruss Optic Football Review 04:16 Panini Prism Basketball Mega Box Review 07:44 Panini Select Baseball Review 09:01 2025 USA Baseball High-End Pack Review    

On a Thursday Drive, live from Miller's on Robinhood, Josh makes his final Panthers draft prediction, breaks down the latest on the Shedeur Sanders “smear campaign”, voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to talk about bar food in Unusual Questions, Josh's dad, Scott, shows up with a special surprise, and Josh unveils his first ten picks of the NFL Draft in the final Panthers Mock Draft.

On a Wednesday Drive, Josh tells why it could be a risky move for the Carolina Panthers to take Georgia lineback, Jalon Walker, with the 8th pick in the draft, breaks down the latest transfer portal movement including Steve Forbes adding his new point guared to the Wake roster, NASCAR legend, Tony Stewart, joins the show to tell how pleased he was that NASCAR returned to Bowman Gray Stadium, WD talks about his chapstick in Weekly Positivity, voice of Charlotte FC, Will Palaszczuk, joins the show to critique his latest goal call, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to discuss album covers and wrestling music in Unusual Questions.

USA Baseball recently announced that Mark Derosa would return as the Manager of the 2026 WBC Team USA. That prompted us to replay the entertaining and info-packed interview we did with DeRo back in 2023. You will really enjoy hearing his story as a two-sport Ivy League athlete, the fun back-and-forth between Mark and Jeff (his next-door neighbor), some great MLB stories, and his take as a sports dad in the challenging world of travel ball. Mark's opinions and insights are informed, thoughtful, and full of passion. Enjoy!

We're joined by Zach Casto, Baseball Coach at Sissonville High School, author and a contributor with USA Baseball, for an in-depth conversation you won't want to miss. Zach shares his passion for player development, coaching education, and building a winning culture rooted in consistency and care. From leading a high school program to working with the best through USA Baseball, his insights are both practical and inspiring. Whether you're a coach, parent, or player — this episode is packed with value!

On a Thursday Drive, Josh breaks down why UNC basketball's roster construction has been a little puzzling after adding a new guard, last night, tells why it seems Scottie Scheffler is inevitable after his first round at The Masters, new App State football coach, Dowell Loggains, joins the show to break some news regarding his coaching staff, lays out what seems to be the new Tar Heel starting five, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to discuss dog names in Unusual Questions.

On a Thursday Drive, Josh tells why Houston is the scariest matchup for Duke and it's personal for the Cougars, reacts to the ACC Women's Tournament being moved from Greensboro to Duluth, Georgia, hip-hop legend and Duke super fan, 9th Wonder, joins the show to tell why people are finding it difficult to hate this Duke team and why the perception of Duke has changed, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to tell Josh where he'd want his ashes to be spread in Unusual Questions.

Presenting My Universal Pitch Count Concept to MLB & USA Baseball in NYCIn this episode of the Driveline Academy Podcast, host Deven Morgan discusses the importance of universal pitch counts and reporting to ensure player safety. He emphasizes the need for systematic changes in youth baseball to prevent injuries and improve the overall experience for young athletes. In this conversation, Deven discusses the importance of universal pitch counts and reporting in youth baseball, emphasizing the need for centralized tracking systems to ensure player safety and compliance. The conversation highlights the lack of transparency in current systems and the necessity for a coalition of organizations to work together towards a common goal of protecting young athletes. The emotional impact of youth baseball on families is also explored, showcasing the deep connections formed through the sport and the responsibility that comes with it.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Driveline Academy Podcast09:08 Housekeeping and Promotions18:11 Universal Pitch Counts and Reporting30:12 The Importance of Systematic Change in Youth Baseball41:25 Universal Pitch Counts and Reporting46:41 The Need for Centralized Tracking Systems52:59 Building a Coalition for Compliance01:00:17 The Emotional Impact of Youth BaseballLinksStart training with Driveline now with Academy Flex:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.drivelinebaseball.com/academy-flex/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Develop bat speed with our Youth Power Bat for just $99!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.drivelinebaseball.com/product/youth-power-trainer/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Skills That Scale: The Complete Youth Baseball Training Manual is out now!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.drivelinebaseball.com/product/skills-that-scale-training-manual/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Train bat speed and barrel accuracy with our Youth Underload Smash bat - just $79!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.drivelinebaseball.com/product/youth-underload-smash-bat/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⬇️ Hosts ⬇️Deven Morgan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/devenmorgan ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jeremy Tecktiel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/jeremytecktiel ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

On a Tuesday Drive, Josh lists off what Hubert Davis' objectives should be in the offseason for Carolina, sets the table for Caleb Love going up against Duke, yet again, this time in the Sweet 16, WD goes to the movies to review "Bad News Bears", and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to discuss not feeling like talking to people in Unusual Questions.

On a Monday Drive, Josh tells why the stars are aligning for the ACC in the NCAA Tournament, breaks down Wake Forest's decision to decline the NIT, reacts to North Carolina being put into the NCAA Tournament as the last team in, attaches letter grades to the committee's NCAA Tournament decisions in Graham's Grades, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to discuss how far High Point can go in the NCAA Tournament and how far he would be willing to walk, instead of Ubering, in Unusual Questions.

On a Wednesday Drive, Josh tells why North Carolina is now the most dangerous team on the bubble, ponders on if tonight will be the last home game for Kevin Keatts at NC State, tells why he's had just about enough of SMU, Debbie Antonelli, of ESPN and a Naismith Hall of Famer, joins the show to tell if an NC State-Notre Dame rematch would be the best case scenario for the women's ACC Tournament Championship in Greensboro, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to discuss living in a restaurant in Unusual Questions.

On a Wednesday Drive, Josh tells why no team has been punished more than Wake Forest in the ACC's down swing, breaks down why it's become very clear who the Carolina Panthers should take with the no. 8 pick, WD goes to the movies to review “Fargo”, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to tell if there's a better pitching staff than the Dodgers and to discuss being able to smell pictures in Unusual Questions.

USA Baseball 2x Women of the Year Alex Hugo joins CJ to discuss the creation of the first Women's Professional Baseball League in 70+ years. Baseballs going to look a little different! Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy of Shell Beach,  Michael Moore Sports Recovery, Gymnazo, and SLO Big Brothers Big Sisters. Read More Read More   Read More   Read More  

Jenna is joined by ESPN analyst, Bandits General Manager in the AUSL, 3X NCAA national champion and All American, Arizona Hall of Famer, women's baseball World Cup bronze medalist, and Little League Hall of Excellence honoree, Jenny Dalton-Hill! They talk about her career from playing to broadcasting to investing in Athletes Unlimited, her unique experience with USA Baseball and Little League softball, what made her and her teams great, rivalries, and more. 00:00:00-00:06:09 Intro/Covering Our Bases 00:06:09-00:58:44 Interview 00:58:44-01:00:01 Bring It Home/Outro Twitter: @BleavInSoftball Instagram: @bleavinsoftball

USA Baseball 2x Women of the Year Alex Hugo joins CJ to discuss the creation of the first Women's Professional Baseball League in 70+ years. Baseballs going to look a little different! Thanks to all my partners: Dr. Daniel Lapidus & Larry Ackerman, Dr. Brad Kurgis of Kurgis Dermatology, California Fresh Markets, The SLO Wellness Center, Avila Bay Athletic Club & Spa, Joy of Shell Beach,  Michael Moore Sports Recovery, Gymnazo, and SLO Big Brothers Big Sisters. Read More Read More   Read More   Read More  

On a Wednesday Drive, Josh makes his pick for UNC-NC State, tells why tonight is the Mark Williams revenge game when the Hornets face the Lakers, new Wake Forest football coach, Jake Dickert, joins the show to discuss how recruiting for the Deacs will look as well as his new grill, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to discuss snow days in Unusual Questions.

On a Thursday Drive, Josh reacts to Wake Forest's worst loss of the Steve Forbes era, tells how UNC has an Ian Jackson problem, looks at Super Bowl odds for next year in Best Bets, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to discuss balloons in Unusual Questions.

I am beyond excited to celebrate the 100th episode of Clearing The Bases with none other than Butch Chaffin, a legend in the baseball world and a proud representative of USA Baseball! ⚾Coach Chaffin's impact on the game is undeniable. From leading Cookeville High School to his role in shaping the future of USA Baseball, he has spent decades teaching, mentoring, and inspiring players at every level. His insights on coaching, development, and the state of the game are must-listen material for anyone passionate about baseball!In this special episode, we dive deep into:✅ The lessons he's learned from decades in coaching✅ What it means to represent USA Baseball on the international stage✅ The evolution of coaching and player development✅ His advice for young coaches and athletes looking to make an impactJoin us as we celebrate 100 episodes of incredible conversations, learning, and love for the game!

Send us a textUnlock the secrets of elite baseball success with our special guest, the legendary coach Butch Chaffin, who brings an astonishing 38 years of experience, including working with USA Baseball. Gain insights from Butch as he uncovers what sets elite athletes apart from the rest: mental toughness and an insatiable love for competition. Discover how top players thrive by facing formidable opponents and maintaining unwavering confidence, and learn about the significance of nurturing a genuine love for the game in young athletes. Butch shares how instilling passion can help athletes embrace challenges and resist external pressures, setting the stage for a potentially extraordinary career in baseball.In another riveting conversation, we tackle the challenge of building mental toughness in athletes. Drawing from personal military experience, we offer compelling anecdotes on overcoming fears and breaking through perceived limits. Find out how coaching can parallel military training by instilling a mission-driven mindset and fostering teamwork, transforming athletes into resilient competitors. This episode provides invaluable strategies for coaches and athletes alike, focusing on the journey of personal growth and unwavering determination. Join us for a deep dive into the mindset and skills that shape champions, and learn how these principles can be applied to sports and life.Support the show Follow: Twitter | Instagram @Athlete1Podcast https://www.athlete1.net Sponsor: The Netting Professionals https://www.nettingpros.com

On a Tuesday Drive Josh breaks down how Elliot Cadeau seems to now be getting the bulk of the heat for the Tar Heels' struggles, explains why the Carolina Panthers should absolutely go after Cooper Kupp, WD goes to the movies to review “Pelican Brief”, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to discuss WD's morning date in Unusual Questions.

On a Tuesday Drive, Josh reacts to Duke pulling out an eventful game against NC State and tells why last night was actually a game the Blue Devils should be proud of, tells the problem with UNC going up against Pitt, tonight, WD goes to the movies to review "Air Force One", publisher for Deacons and Devils Illustrated, Conor O'Neill, joins the show to tell us what we'll be getting when UNC goes to Cameron to play Duke on Saturday, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to discuss helping people find a place to eat in Unusual Questions.

On a Thursday Drive, Josh reacts to Bryce Young not being a nominee for NFL Comeback Player of the Year, gives an update on where things stand in the ACC basketball standings, midway through the season, voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to react to the Baseball Hall of Fame Inductees and to bring back an old segment, WD goes to the movies to review "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood", and Josh ranks what he believes to be the top five Quentin Tarantino movies.

On a Monday Drive, Josh tells why Cooper Flagg has become a national player of the year contender, explains how the Washington Commanders have become the story of the year in the NFL, Wake Forest head coach, Steve Forbes, joins the show to detail the Deacs' current win streak and Cam Hildreth going for 31 points against Miami, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to discuss passwords in Unusual Questions.

On a Monday Drive, Josh reacts to Dave Canales making another bold decision moving into the Carolina Panthers offseason, tells why people should not be sleeping on Wake basketball, voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to review the 2014 movie "Chef" with WD, Josh's brother, Jordan, joins the show in the aftermath of losing out on $1,600 in his NFL survivor pool, and play-by-play voice of the Carolina Panthers, Anish Shroff, joins the show to grade the Panthers season as a whole.

On the first Drive of 2025, Josh tells why this weekend was vindication for the College Football Playoff committee, makes three bold sports predictions for 2025, tells why there's some good news for ACC basketball to start the new year, Brad Idzik talks about "twinkle toes" in Panthers Coordinator Sound, WD goes to the movies to review "Fletch", and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to discuss fake Elon Musk and spending New Years in an airport in Unusual Questions.

On a Thursday Drive, Josh catches up with new Wake Forest head football coach, Jake Dickert, after his introductory press conference about the process of getting to Wake Forest and building relationships with his players, Josh reveals his full bracket picks for the College Football Playoff, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to discuss what he wants for Christmas in Unusual Questions.

On a Tuesday Drive, Josh tells why it seems that the UNC coaching search isn't going well, tells why how Duke wins against Incarnate Word, tonight, is the most important thing, voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to talk WD off the ledge about Juan Soto and to discusses reading the owners manual in Unusual Questions, and WD goes to the movies to review "Trading Places".

On a Wednesday Drive, Josh sets the table for what he believes to be the game of the ACC/SEC Challenge in UNC-Alabama, tells why SMU should consider not playing in the ACC title game against Clemson, Josh's brother joins the show to give his latest pick for his NFL survival pool, in honor of national signing day, Josh puts WD through the “Signing Day Spelling Bee”, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to talk about jumping on the trampoline in Unusual Questions.

On a Monday Drive, Josh tells why Bryce Young earned the respect of the football world back against the Kansas City Chiefs, explains why he doesn't like ECU taking the interim tag off of Blake Harrell to be their next head football coach,tells how the ACC could get three teams into the College Football Playoff, App State football coach, Shawn Clark, joins the show to discuss Jason Kelce's trip to Boone, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to discuss replacing Thanksgiving Turkey in Unusual Questions.

On a Wednesday Drive, Josh explores the hypothetical of what it would mean if the Carolina Panthers actually pull off the upset against the Chiefs, tells why Wake Forest will go as far as their backcourt will take them, Josh discusses date night in Weekly Positivity, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to discuss eating left overs in Unusual Questions.

On a Thursday Drive, Josh tells why there is cause for concern for Wake Forest basketball, tells why this is separation week in the NFL, delivers his college picks for the week in Best Bets, WD goes to the movies to review “Tommy Boy”, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to discuss a band that ruined him in Unusual Questions.

On a Monday Drive, Josh tells why Saturday was a college football day that the state of North Carolina desperately had been waiting for, tells why it seems like Sean Payton has a weird resentment toward the Carolina Panthers, attaches letter grades to all of the college football teams in the state of North Carolina, in Graham's Grades, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to tell if the Yankees can do anything to overcome a 2-0 deficit to the Dodgers and to talk "I Voted" stickers in Unusual Questions.

On a Wednesday Drive, Josh tells why it's time for the Carolina Panthers sell sell sell, tells what a successful season looks like for the Charlotte Hornets, shows off his Halloween candy in Weekly Positivity, gives his World Series prediction, UNCG head basketball coach, Mike Jones, joins the show to tell how difficult it's been to schedule ACC schools, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to preview the World Series and to discuss how fast can read a book in Unusual Questions.

Aram and Jack open the show by discussing possible landing spots for the Tampa Bay Rays in 2025 before getting into the players that exceeded their expectations in this postseason. Then, they wrap with USA Baseball's bizarre roster for the WBSC Premier12.Subscribe to Our New Newsletter!Check out our LinkTree!Get Your Just Baseball MerchUse Code "JUSTBASEBALL" when signing up on BetMGMOur Sponsors:* Check out Mint Mobile: https://mintmobile.com/JUSTBASEBALLSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-just-baseball-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On a Tuesday Drive, Josh tells why this Carolina Panthers season is a wasted season, voice of the Carolina Hurricanes on Bally Sports, Mike Maniscalco, tells if he thinks the Canes can have the same success as years prior after the Canes seem to be flying under the radar, to start the season, WD goes to the movies to review "Coming to America", and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to react to what we've seen so far through the ALCS and NLCS and to discuss using the same toilet as Jason Derulo.

EB welcomes John Gall to show to discuss various topics including the NFL and baseball. They analyze the Bills' chances against the Jets tonight on Monday Night Football. They discuss the Dodgers' success in the playoffs, specifically their pitching staff's ability to go 33 consecutive innings without allowing a run. They touch on the Guardians and the Yankees, discussing the potential for the Guardians to use a bullpen strategy similar to the Tigers'.

Jeff Schaefer: Jeff Schaefer is a former MLB infielder with a 14-year professional baseball career, including five seasons in Major League Baseball with the Chicago White Sox, Seattle Mariners, and Oakland A's. A standout collegiate player at the University of Maryland, he was a 1st Team All-ACC selection and an honorable mention All-American. After retiring from professional play, Schaefer founded Pro Stock Baseball Academy, where he focuses on training and mentoring post-graduate and high school athletes. He also leads Advocacy Baseball Consultants, helping young players navigate the recruitment process. Todd Friedman: Todd Friedman is a former Division 1 baseball player for Winthrop University who is actively involved in the baseball industry alongside Jeff Schaefer. He plays a major role in Advocacy Baseball Consultants, supporting the development and recruitment of young baseball players. Additionally, Todd holds a position with Blast Motion, where he focuses on applying advanced technology to enhance player performance and training. Andrew Zike: Andrew Zike is the Co-Regional Director with Jeff Schaefer and is actively involved with the USA Baseball NTIS program, focusing on scouting and evaluating young athletes. His work centers on identifying elite talent and bringing them to Cary, NC, with the goal of advancing them to the 40-man trials and the National Development Program. Each step provides these athletes with opportunities to make a USA Baseball National Team. What is the Schaefer Baseball Report mainly about? Future Guests? Advocacy Baseball Consultants Can you explain what Advocacy Baseball Consultants is and the role it plays in helping young athletes? What challenges do high school players face during the recruitment process, and how does Advocacy Baseball Consultants assist in overcoming them? With recent changes in the recruiting landscape, how important is it for athletes to have guidance in navigating these complexities? What sets Advocacy Baseball Consultants apart from other recruitment services? NCAA Rule Changes The NCAA has recently made some changes to its rules—what are the biggest impacts you've seen on player recruitment and development? How do these NCAA rule changes affect the way you advise and guide players through the recruitment process? What adjustments have programs like yours had to make in response to these changes? Do you think these new rules are ultimately beneficial for high school athletes, or do they pose more challenges? Pro Stock Royals Baseball Academy Tell us about the Pro Stock Royals Baseball Academy. What inspired you to start this program? What does a typical training session look like at the Pro Stock Royals Academy? How does your academy prepare players both physically and mentally for the next level, whether that's college or professional baseball? What are some of the key values you instill in players at the Pro Stock Royals Baseball Academy? USA Baseball You've been involved with USA Baseball—how has that experience shaped your approach to coaching and player development? What makes USA Baseball such an important organization in the development of young players? How does representing your country through USA Baseball compare to playing for an MLB team? What are some of the biggest challenges and rewards of working with USA Baseball? MLB Playoffs As a former MLB player, what makes the postseason atmosphere different from regular season games? Which teams do you think have the best chance of winning the World Series this year, and why? How has the playoff format evolved over the years, and do you think the current format is good for the game? 8. What role do you think veteran leadership plays in the playoffs, especially with younger players stepping up in big moments?

On a Monday Drive, Josh reacts to Wake Forest beating NC State, explains why there's nothing you can take away from the Panthers loss to the Bears, tells why Hubert Davis basketball will be on full display for UNC, this year, checks on Paul Finebaum after an awful weekend for the SEC, publisher for Deacons and Devils Illustrated, Conor O'Neill, joins the show to give takeaways from Duke's first showing at "Countdown to Craziness", and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to discuss being "crafty" in Unusual Questions.

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Dr. Sarah Gascon PhD to discuss her experience as an athlete on the US Handball Team in addition to philosophies of coaching and working with athletes. Sarah Gascon is an accomplished entrepreneur, elite athlete, and advocate for health and wellness. Currently serving as the Team Leader for the USA Team Handball Wheelchair National Team, Sarah played a pivotal role in helping the team win a historic silver medal at the 2024 World Championships in Cairo, Egypt—the first medal ever won by USA Team Handball in the federation's history.With over 20 years of experience competing on the international stage, Sarah has represented Team USA in volleyball, baseball, and team handball. Her remarkable athletic career includes winning gold and bronze medals with USA Baseball and serving as the captain of USA Team Handball for over a decade. Having competed in over 200 international games and participated in multiple Pan American Championships and Pan American Games, Sarah's leadership and dedication to excellence are unparalleled.In addition to her athletic prowess, Sarah holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Kinesiology with a focus on biomechanics, along with two master's degrees in Exercise Science and Business Administration, focusing on accounting and entrepreneurship. She is passionate about helping others achieve peak performance through evidence-based training and health promotion, having dedicated herself to understanding the science behind human movement and health.A dynamic speaker and passionate coach, Sarah continues to inspire others through her commitment to sport, business, and community impact. When she's not on the court or building her businesses, Sarah enjoys reading, spending time with her family, and playing with her dog, Benjamin Franklin. For more on Sarah be sure to check out @usagas4 and sarahgascon.com *SEASON 5 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit -BE SURE to use coupon code BraunPR25% to save 25% on your Isophit order! Episode Affiliates: MoboBoard: BRAWNBODY10 saves 10% at checkout!AliRx: DBraunRx = 20% off at checkout! https://alirx.health/MedBridge: https://www.medbridgeeducation.com/brawn-body-training or Coupon Code "BRAWN" for 40% off your annual subscription!CTM Band: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band coupon code "BRAWN10" = 10% off!Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKeMake sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared! Check out everything Dan is up to by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/braun_prLiked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-braun/support

On a Monday Drive, Josh explains why UNC's loss against Duke was worse than the disaster against JMU, tells why Shaq Thompson's latest injury will end his NFL career, gives his take on the debacle of a call at the end of VT-Miami and tells why it wasn't a good look for ACC officiating, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to discuss "autograph strategy" in Unusual Questions.

On a Tuesday Drive, Josh tells why the Carolina Panthers run game will not be a one-off, and it will actually be getting better, sets the table for the ACC basketball schedule release, tonight, puts the pressure on WD to go on his Costco date, tells why it can be tempting to overreact to what we saw from Jayden Daniels, last night, and voice of USA Baseball, Daron Vaught, joins the show to discuss what MLB player he would want a hug from and take to a family cookout, in Unusual Questions.

Baseball runs deep in Brad Lachemann's family. Brad's father was a Major League pitcher and managed the California Angels. His Uncle Rene Lachemann managed nearly 1,000 MLB games, and his Uncle Bill has coached in the Angels' organization for decades. Coach Lachemann led the Arroyo Grande High School baseball program for 20 years, ending his tenure in 2020. His dedication to baseball extends beyond high school as he served as a coach for USA Baseball's 12u Open in 2019 and, most recently, he contributed his expertise to the USA Baseball Task Force for the 11u NTIS in 2023.

Erick Quesada is the Head Baseball Coach at Mingus Union High School in Cottonwood, Arizona. He was one of the 12U USA Baseball National Team Coaches in 2023. Coach Quesada touches on a number of key topics, including his insights on the state of youth baseball, the importance of maintaining high standards in player development, teamwork, discipline, and the critical role coaches play in shaping future generations of our baseball players.

Joey Friedman rejoins the show fresh off of spending some time with USA Baseball. We discuss his experiences with them and also the term "development" that gets thrown around so loosely by organizations now.

We finish up our USA Baseball 12U National team conversations with Roger Wright. Coach Wright was inducted into the ABCA Hall of Fame in 2022, Madison County Athletic Hall of Fame in 2016 and Huntsville Metro Coach of the Year five times. Coach was the head coach at Buckhorn High School (New Market, Ala.) for over two decades. He is currently a coach at the University of Alabama-Huntsville. His son, Kyle Wright, is an MLB pitcher with the KC Royals. 

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We continue our USA Baseball 12U National team conversations with Coach Josh "Jelli" Ellison from Chaparral High School in Scottsdale, Arizona. Jelli is a former professional baseball player in the Mariners and Yankees organizations and has a wealth of baseball experience and knowledge. Once you listen to Jelli speak, you will then understand why Coach Madsen asked him to be part of his USA Baseball staff.

What would the ultimate 2028 Team USA Baseball Olympic roster look like?

A longtime high school baseball coach, Wes Brooks will be an assistant for Team USA for the first time in 2024. Brooks has been involved with USA Baseball in several different roles for over a decade. Coach Brooks talks about the structure of the program that he built at Oxford High School in Oxford, Alabama. 

Bryan Madsen, affectionately known as "B Mad," is the Head Coach of the USA Baseball 12U National Team. His extensive experience and leadership are evident in his approach to coaching. Madsen emphasizes the importance of surrounding oneself with talented and dedicated coaches, believing that a strong support system is crucial for success. Under Coach Madsen's leadership, the 12U National Team is well-positioned to make a mark on the international stage by bringing home the gold for the USA!