Patrick Jones Baseball

In this episode, I sit down with Coach Adam Stevens, the Head Baseball Coach at Aurora University, one of the top Division 3 baseball programs in the Midwest. With a master’s degree in sports psychology, Coach Stevens has a unique approach to recruiting, developing players, and helping them handle both success and failure. We dive deep into:✅ What college coaches really look for in recruits✅ Why the mental game is just as important as physical skills✅ The biggest mistakes players make in the recruiting process✅ How D3 baseball compares to other levels—and why it might be the best fit for many players✅ The transfer portal and how D3 programs are utilizing it Coach Stevens has been leading Aurora’s program for over a decade, helping his team achieve one of the highest winning percentages in Division 3 baseball from 2018 to 2023. His insights into recruiting, player development, and the mental game are invaluable for any as