BRC 81: The Misperceptions of D3 Baseball with Tufts University Head Coach John Casey
Baseball Recruiting Confidential
Release Date: 07/24/2020
Baseball Recruiting Confidential
Host Justin Musil is joined on this episode by University of Texas Recruiting Coordinator, Nolan Cain. Coach Cain is one of the most renowned Recruiting Coordinators, in the country. Many things have changed in college baseball and one of those things is the shortened amount of time college coaches can be out recruiting. Justin and Coach Cain discuss the recruiting calendar and how it impacts recruiting.
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Host Justin Musil is joined on this episode by Notre Dame Recruiting Coordinator, Ryan Munger. Justin and Coach Munger take a deep dive into the recruiting process and how college coaches now recruit high school players and players out of the transfer portal. With the reduced 34 man rosters, it is now more challenging than ever before. This episode breaks down how many D1 schools view high school prospects in comparison to transfer portal players. This is a great listen for anyone going through the recruiting process or considering entering the transfer portal.
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Justin is joined on the podcast by Arizona State University Head Coach Willie Bloomquist. Justin and Coach Bloomquist discuss the key differences between college and professional baseball. Coach Bloomquist was in the big leagues for 15 seasons and heads up one of the top programs in college baseball. It is important for every player and parent to understand the differences and what it takes to be successful in both.
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Justin is joined on this podcast by the University of Michigan Head Coach, Tracy Smith. Coach Smith is one of the most successful Division 1 head coaches in history. With long stops at the University of Indiana, Arizona State University, and now the University of Michigan. Justin and Coach Smith will discuss the hot topic on whether players should focus on one sport and specialize, or if they should play multiple sports. They will share insights to help parents make decisions the best decision for their kids, as they chase their baseball dreams.
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Justin is joined on this episode by Indiana University Recruiting Coordinator, Zach Weatherford. Justin and Coach Weatherford will discuss the recruiting and development process and why it can be a major advantage to be patient. Kids are often in a rush to reach certain metrics and/or commit to a school. Justin and Zach take a dive into this process and why being patient may be in the best interest of the player, long term.
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Justin is joined on this podcast by University of South Florida Recruiting Coordinator Blake Kangas. Justin and Blake discuss the many keys to finding success at any level in college baseball. Coach Kangas has been successful at many stops in his career, and has coached many great players. If you want to learn more about finding success, this is a great listen.
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Host Justin Musil is joined on this episode by UNC Hitting Coach Jesse Wierzbicki. Justin and Coach Wierzbicki talk everything hitting and what makes a great hitter. Coach Wierzbicki has been one of the top hitting coaches in the country, and has seen enormous success out of his hitters. This is a great listen for anyone who wants to understand hitting better and how one of the best hitting coaches, gets the best out of his hitters.
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Host Justin Musil has University of Central Florida Hitting Coach and Recruiting Coordinator Norberto Lopez, on this episode. Justin and Coach Lopez discuss how players can maximize player development. Coach Lopez has an incredible resume as a coach and has coached many future big leaguers. The two discuss a variety of topics around how players can play with "conviction" and go through the top 3 ways players can maxamize their ability. This is a must listen for all baseball players and parents.
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Host Justin Musil is joined by Florida State University Pitching Coach Micah Posey. Justin and Coach Posey look at the different aspects of pitching, with the focus on mindset. Coach Posey is one of the best pitching coaches in the country and shares valuable knowledge that can help any pitcher. If you want to learn more about pitching and what an elite pitching mindset is, this is a great episode.
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On this episode, host Justin Musil is joined by Georgia Tech Recruiting Coordinator Josh Schulman. Justin and Coach Schulman give clarity and guidance on what high school players can do to immediately compete, when they get to college. There are many components physically and mentally, and they dive into those extensively. High school players and parents need to understand what it takes and this episode puts everything in perspective.
info_outlineThe Division 3 level in college baseball is very misunderstood. Most have little knowledge on talent level, many have never seen a D3 baseball game, and some players even scoff at the idea of playing at that level. All without knowing much about it. In this episode, host Justin Musil is joined by Tufts University Head Coach and Coaching Hall of Famer, John Casey. If anyone knows D3 baseball it is Coach Casey, who has coached at that level for nearly 40 years.