Baseball Youth Coaches Show

In this episode BY's Anthony Grassi sits down with our very own Eric Moore. Coach Moore, who coaches high school ball in Kentucky and oversees BY Elite, gives out tips for youth players transitioning to the high school level to better prepare them physically and mentally.    A ton of valuable insights from a coach with 20+ years of experience coaching at all levels of youth and high school baseball.

Baseball Youth's Anthony Grassi sits down with Coach Joe Francisco, whose Notorious 9 team finished as the #11 team in the 13u rankings for 2019. We chat with Coach Francisco about his organization and its growth, this past season in which the team played 97 games, and how he is getting his players ready for the next level.

Alamo Drillers Founder & Coach Marco Cunningham joins us for episode 13 of the Baseball Youth Coaches Show. We discuss the growth of his team and the organization from its beginning in his garage to a perennial powerhouse, what's next for his #2 ranked 12u team, and managing a roster with players from multiple states. We also chat about the amazing NYBC final between the Drillers and the #1 12u team in the nation MVP Hustle Rodriguez, which you can watch at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JpdeufRtK7I.

We chat with MVP Hustle coach Leo Ruiz after his team was ranked the #2 10u squad in the nation. We discuss the turnover year-to-year for this team since 6u, the successes and failures this past season, what lies ahead in the 11u campaign, and parent management and expectations.  You can find more of our Elite 25 D1 Rankings powered by Triton and custombaseballjerseys.com at https://www.baseballyouth.com/rankings/.

Ahead of the 2019 BY Elite 25 Rankings, we chat with MVP Hustle coach Rudy Garcia. He had a new 10u squad this year, after his 2018 12u team went 93-2 (insane!). We discuss the transition to a new team for the players and coaches, the outstanding season for the MVP Hustle Garcia squad, and much more. *Our Elite 25 Rankings will come out at the end of the month so stay tuned to our social media and baseballyouth.com. There are 0 rankings spoilers. [The bleeps are preserving the integrity of the rankings.]

On this week’s episode, we talk to South Tampa Hooks coach Jim DeCarlo after his team’s championship win at Cooperstown. We discuss how the Hooks’ season has gone, coach walks us through the approach and managing his team through Cooperstown, and he tells the story of the Hooks from beginning to end. One of my favorite stories thus far.   Be sure to follow us on Facebook at Baseball Youth USA and on Twitter and Instagram @baseballyouth.

BY's Anthony Grassi chats with So Cal Aces Coach Aaron Harrison following the Aces championship win at the Youth Baseball Nationals in Reno. A ton of great insights from Coach Harrison on how he leads his 13u team and the organization, as well as an inside look at the travel ball environment in Southern California. Follow Baseball Youth on Facebook at Baseball Youth USA and on Twitter & Instagram @baseballyouth. Find out more about our sister company the Youth Baseball Nationals at baseballnationals.com

BY’s Anthony Grassi sits down with Yalobusha Giants coach Chip Wade to talk about winning the right way, life lessons to teach players, motivation, and coaching strategies. A ton of great insights. Let us know what you think about the show on Facebook at Baseball Youth USA and on Twitter and Instagram @baseballyouth.

Baseball Youth’s Anthony Grassi dives in with Rawlings Tigers Coach & Player Development Ryan Rohmiller to discuss his role and thoughts on player development. The two talk about Rohmiller’s approach on the mental aspect of baseball, the presence of failure, understanding the game, and much more insightful knowledge dropped in episode 7. Follow Coach Rohmiller on Twitter @RyanRohmiller, the Tigers @Rawlings Tigers, and us @BaseballYouth.

In Episode 6, BY’s Anthony Grassi chats with Utah Grays Coach Dave Piersall to talk about baseball and running an elite organization out of Utah. The duo discuss Piersall’s approach to scheduling and his approach heading into games and tournaments. We end with Coach Piersall’s big question for all of the elite coaches around the country. Let us know what you think on Facebook at Baseball Youth USA, on Instagram and Twitter @baseballyouth, and let Coach know what you think @utahgrays.

In Episode 5, BY’s Anthony Grassi chats with NJ Axemen Coach Mike D’Argenio to catch up on what the team has been up to since the end of their #21 ranked season. The two also discuss roster management, playing in the Northeast, offseason training, player development, individual showcases, pitching philosophies, organizational values, what you want to teach the players, best piece of advice. Some great stuff here so listen up and let’s go! Be sure to subscribe to the show and let us any and all feedback on Facebook at Baseball Youth USA and on Instagram and Twitter @baseballyouth.

In Episode 4, BY’s Anthony Grassi chats with Coach Brad Worley of Adidas Baseball USA. The guys discuss Adidas Baseball’s most recent tryouts (1:20-2:49), sport specialization (3:28-4:46), managing parent expectations (5:53-8:02), Kyler Murray’s decision to play football over baseball (8:39-9:29), the biggest changes in youth baseball (10:20-11:20), and the best piece of advice from his career (11:41-12:14). Be sure to subscribe to the show and let us any and all feedback on Facebook at Baseball Youth USA and on Instagram and Twitter @baseballyouth.

In Episode 3, Baseball Youth President Matt Roberts talks with MVP Hustle Coach Rudy Garcia following their 93-2 2018 season about season highlights (0:51-3:29), roster management (3:41-4:28), and off-the-field moments (5:00-6:07). The two dive into the team’s characteristics and values (6:29-8:28), Coach Garcia’s questions for other coaches (8:53-10:01), parent management (10:19-11:22), values as a coaching staff (11:26-13:32), the team's winter training program (13:52-16:08), in-game adjustments with players (16:44-17:58), and the biggest challenges facing youth baseball (18:10-20:47). Be sure to subscribe to the show and let us any and all feedback on Facebook at Baseball Youth USA and on Instagram and Twitter @baseballyouth.

In Episode 2, Baseball Youth’s Director of Content Strategy Anthony Grassi talks with Coach Alex Rodriguez of the Los Angeles Cachorros after the team’s 2018 season that landed them number 11 in the 10U rankings. They talk about the team’s name and origin (1:24-1:53), the level of competition in the LA area (2:16-3:52), roster management (3:52-4:40), how he and his organization managed this past offseason (4:40-6:30), the key moments from 2018 on and off the field (6:30-8:05), how his program separates itself (8:05-10:55), and what he would like to know from other elite coaches (10:55-12:44). Thanks to Coach Rodriguez and be sure to keep up with the Cachorros on Instagram @l.a._cachorros. Be sure to subscribe to the show and let us any and all feedback on Facebook at Baseball Youth USA and on Instagram and Twitter @baseballyouth.

In Episode 1, Baseball Youth’s Director of Content Strategy Anthony Grassi sits down to talk with Coach Ryan Duman of the 3n2 Warriors out of Highlands Ranch, CO. The two talk about the improvement in the Baseball Youth Elite 25 Rankings (1:38-2:27), standout moments from the 2018 campaign (2:27-4:46), what he looks to instill in his players (4:46-7:06), how he managed their fall and winter schedules (7:06-9:45), and what he would want to know from other elite coaches (9:45-11:44). Thanks again to Coach Duman of the 3n2Warriors! Be sure to keep up with them on Facebook at 3n2 Warriors, Twitter @3n2Warriors, and on Instagram @3n2warriors_co. Be sure to subscribe to the show and let us know what you think on Facebook at Baseball Youth USA and on Instagram and Twitter @baseballyouth.

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, people of all ages, welcome to the Baseball Youth Coaches Show! This biweekly show will feature interviews with coaches from all over the nation discussing a multitude of topics. We look forward to the conversations and sharing them with you. Subscribe to the podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts and follow us on Facebook at Baseball Youth USA and on Instagram and Twitter @baseballyouth.