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In this episode, we talk all things recruiting with Indiana Wesleyan University Associate Head Coach and Twitter thread king, Ian Macdonald. Coach …

We are excited to welcome Coach Darren Siler to the podcast. Coach Siler is the head baseball coach at John Carroll School in Bel Air, Maryland where …

Episode 2 of our new season of the KPB Podcast is a conversation with Alec Smith, who has a long track record of coaching baseball at all different levels in the Sacramento Area. Smith is the founder of Best Speed …

This episode kicks off a new season of KPB Podcast episodes where we sit down with coaches most familiar with the recruiting process. We are excited to kick the season off with Jim Maciejeski, athletic director and head …

A targeted email to a program of interest remains one of the best ways to get recruited. Yet, many recruits mess up this valuable opportunity to …

In this episode, are excited to be joined on today’s podcast by Colorado Rockies Data and Game Planning Coordinator and former Big League infielder, …

We've been sensing a great deal of panic among recruits and parents who have become fixated on the recruiting shutdown and D1 baseball's prolonged …

We are excited to be joined by Sacramento area native and Philadelphia Phillies Catcher Andrew Knapp on the KPB Podcast for this fun episode. A …

In light of disruptions to normal academic schedules, the NCAA Eligibility Center has modified initial eligibility requirements for D1 and D2 bound …

When you are sitting at home all day, every day, it's easy to get discouraged or get into a funk. Even with limited resources, you can still use your time in self-quarantine to get better and stay on track to play …

The D1 Council ruling just came out and it's good news for college baseball players, particularly seniors. We discuss:

1. The D1 Council giving every …

In this short episode, we discuss the impact the Corona Virus is having on college baseball and the recruiting process, including NCAA and NAIA …

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In this episode, we follow the lead of our popular written article about the risks and rewards of walking on. You can read the written …

The most comprehensive and important #KPBpodcast episode on parents' role in the recruiting process is here! Following the same format as our …

In this episode, we discuss what it takes to plan out your return to throwing and competitive action in a safe and effective way. We discuss …

In our annual college coaches survey, coaches routinely rank non-baseball related recruit attributes as being more important than physical ability …

A successful recruiting process is one where the player finds a lasting college baseball fit. It's a situation where the player puts themselves in a …

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This is the podcast version of the written article by the same title on the KPB website.

Many college players that we talk to reflect back …

Congratulations to everyone who is making their commitments official today or sometime during the signing period! In this quick episode, we have …

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This is the podcast version of our written article by the same title, which can be read here.

With the signing period starting in just a few days, there will likely be a wave of commitments in the coming …

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Want to know what college coaches are looking for in recruits? Than you've come to the right place! In this episode, we read quotes and …

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This podcast is the audio version of the written article by the same name. You can read that article here. In this episode, we aim to bust some myths about "exposure" and help you better understand how to know …

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Find video and written college baseball scholarship resources similar to this on the KPB website right here. 

Everyone wants to get a …

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With the signing period for seniors less than a month away, many players are …

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This episode is the podcast version of the written article of the same title available here. In this episode, we discuss the precautions you need to take if you decide to commit before being accepted by the …

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You've been talking with a college coach and they seem interested. Then, all of a sudden you stop hearing from them. What does it mean? …

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If you are reading this article, you probably already know we spend a lot of time talking about what you …

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We talk shop with San Jose State Head Coach Brad Sanfilippo. Sanfilippo is entering his 3rd season at the helm of the San Jose State Spartan baseball program, after taking over with the interim tag 3 …

The time to get serious about your academic pursuits is right now! In this Friday rant, we reiterate topics discussed in the written article Better Grades Mean More Opportunities. Check out that written piece to get the …

This podcast is the audio version of the written article by the same title on the KPB website. You can find that article here and we strongly suggest you check that article out and dive into the links it shares that are …

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This is the podcast version of our written article by the same title. That article can be read here. Note: The email examples in the …

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This podcast is the audio version of the written article of the same title, available to read here.

As a coach, instead of focusing on the “right” language, focus on using language that creates understanding …

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This podcast episode corresponds to our written article by the same title, The Importance of a Diverse Recruiting Plan.

In this episode, we …

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This podcast is the audio version of the written article, Learning From Others: The Power of Purposeful Observation.

 "You have to apply …

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 This podcast is the audio version of our written article, Targeting the Right Schools in Recruitment

A common misstep in the recruiting …

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This is the podcast version of the written article titled, Networking: Your Secret Weapon in the Recruiting Process.

 When it comes to the recruiting process, surrounding yourself with a good network of people …

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This podcast corresponds to the Emotional 101 article on the KPB website.

“The ballplayer who loses his head, who can’t keep his cool, is …

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We are excited to welcome former College World Series champion, Big League pitcher, and current Cal Baseball Head Coach Mike Neu …

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This podcast mirrors the content found in our popular article by the same title, which you can read HERE. We were asked to write that …

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This episode provides insight on mistakes that parents are making at the ballpark and mirrors the content in the written article found HERE…

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What does your college baseball fit look like? 

It's a straightforward questions that can make or break your recruiting process before it …

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This episode is the podcast version of our written of the same title which can be found here :  https://keepplayingbaseball.org/make-the-most-of-summer-ball-2019/ 

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It’s about that time of the summer when …

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We’re excited to welcome Paris Junior College Head Coach Clay Cox to the podcast. Cox has been at the helm of the Dragon Baseball …

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 In the recruiting process, the adage “knowledge is power” takes on an especially important meaning. An uninformed or hasty recruiting …

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This podcast is the audio version of our written article by the same title. You can read that article here. 

Every college-bound high …

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College coaches want players who respect others. Seems simple, right? You'd be surprised how man players get crossed off of recruiting …

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This article shadows the lessons from our written article of by the same title, which you can read HERE.

We strongly suggest reading the written article as well and reading the entire article series about a …

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 We sit down with former Kansas Jayhawk outfielder and Always Grind Founder, Joe Moroney. Moroney describes his journey from walk-on with a no guarantee of a roster spot as a freshman to team captain …

 This is the audio version for the blog article, You need A Strength and Conditioning Plan

Every year, we ask college baseball players what advice …

 This is the podcast version of our Standing Out to Recruiters is Easier Than You Think! blog article.
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Standing out to college coaches recruiting …

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This is the audio version of our written article, Development: Your Key to Getting Recruited and Saving Money

In this episode, we discuss the "all exposure is good exposure" myth and explain how the false …

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This episode is the audio version of our written article, Asking Coaches About Training, Development, and Coaching Philosophies During Recruitment. That article links to many other great resources on the …

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We know better than anyone that the recruiting process can seem like a daunting task. If you don’t know what to do, it can be confusing and …

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This podcast covers the content in the written article of the same title that will post to the KPB website on 6/19. In this episode, we …

Daily KPB for the written article of the same title. Your ability to fulfill your developmental potential this summer and improve as much as possible …

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A year from his first appearance on the #KPBpodcast, we catch back up with one of our most popular guests, Pfeiffer University Head …

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In this podcast we discuss 6 tips for improving your baseball skills this summer. Read the article or listen to the podcast find out more …

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This Daily KPB corresponds to our article on pre-enrollment responsibilities of 1st year college baseball players. In the article and this …

This Daily KPB episode corresponds to the article on our website with the same title. 

 We’ve written about how in baseball, skill is valued over size

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On this episode, we talk catching with Founder of the Catching Academy, Brett Thomas. Thomas played his college baseball at UC …

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This episode pairs with our written article titled, Coaches Want to Know How You Lose.

There is always a lot of great baseball during the …

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Campus visits are exciting! Last week, we talked about the different kinds of campus visits and why they are important. That article and podcast is a great resource and can be found  here. In this episode, we …

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In a departure from our normal interview, in this episode, podcast host Ethan chats it up with a former college teammate Aaron …

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How do you know when your son might benefit from attending paid showcases and seek exposure? The following 5 questions are a great way to …

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When it comes to campus visits, there is a lot you need to know. In this article, we break it all down, including the different types of campus visits (Official, Unofficial, Formal, Informal) and the …

In this Daily KPB, we set the stage for the upcoming summer recruiting articles that center around Alex, a fictional recruit we use to tell real like recruiting lessons.

You may not realize it, but everything you do …

This longer Daily KPB covers our 3-part mini-series on important considerations for summer baseball. Here's a bit of an intro before we dive in:

The dog days of summer are ahead and that can only mean one thing– …

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He took over as college baseball's youngest head coach at 23 years-old. Fast forward 8 seasons and he has amassed the best winning …

 This Daily KPB episode is the podcast version of our Staying on Track on the DL blog article. In this episode, we discuss how to take ownership over your recovery. We lay out 10 things you can do to ensure you keep …

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This is the audio version of our Early Season Lessons From MLB: Plate Discipline (2019) article. Click on the article for more information on how the 3 players discussed transformed their offensive approach …

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Social media is one of the most accessible ways that college coaches can get a preliminary character check on a recruit who …

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This episode mirrors our written article with the same title. You can read that article here. Here's what we discuss:

 At some point during …

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"I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times." -Bruce Lee 

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the mental game, mindset, …

 Thursday, May 2nd is Big Day of Giving (BDOG) and we are asking all of our friends who can afford it to make a donation to support our work helping …

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 What does it take to play college baseball? That’s a question we get asked a lot. We get asked because unless you are familiar …

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 This is the audio version of the the article Learn How to Study Before You Get to College. Academics should be a focus of …

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This is the audio version for our website article, Multiple Sports or Single-Sport Specialization? You Decide! Here's what …

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This is the audio version for our website article of the same title. Here's what it is all about!

Back in college, my coach …

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This podcast is the audio version of our blog article, Understanding Student Loans and College Debt During Recruitment.

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We are taking the podcast international, connecting with Singapore-based baseball coach Owen Reid of Reid Baseball.  Reid is an …

"It's your job to take all the information that the coaches give you, synthesize that information and apply it to yourself in a way that works best …

In a departure from our regular scheduling, in this episode we turn the tables and ask for your help and support! We are very conscious about making …

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If you want to understand why you should consider playing JUCO baseball, this episode is for you! We dive into JUCO recruiting, a …

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Don't be confused by the laid back nature of this conversation between 3 of KPB's Board Members and Co-Founders.  This episode with …

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Your son's college search will culminate with one of the biggest decisions of his life. Where he decides to go to school (and play …

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In a departure from our normal interview-style episodes, two of KPB's own, Ethan Guevin and Eric del Prado, jumped on a call to talk about D3 baseball and their experiences playing at that level. This …

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We take a deep dive into NAIA baseball and are joined by William Woods University (Fulton, MO) coach Chris Fletcher. Fletcher is …

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In this episode, you'll learn the questions to ask and steps to take to ensure the college baseball program you are considering have …

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Keep Playing Baseball talks shop with Seattle Mariners Assistant Hitting and Catching Coordinator, Tony Arnerich. Covering everything from catching specific drills and instruction to player evaluation …

In this episode we sit down with Minnesota Twins AA Catcher, Mitchell Kranson. Kranson, a former standout with Cal Baseball and graduate of UC …

We are excited to bring back Demetre Kokoris, who now serves as the pitching coach for the Vancouver Canadians, the Class A Short Season affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays. You may remember Coach K from episodes 8 and …

In this episode, we sit down and talk shop with Lewis and Clark College Head Coach Matt Kosderka. The hour-long episode goes quickly as Coach …

In this episode, we sit down and talk shop with current minor league infielder and Driveline Baseball Hitting Instructor Max Dutto. Dutto's unique …

In this episode, we play the audio from the keynote speech Keep Playing Baseball delivered to high school baseball players and their parents at the …

In this episode, we give an overview of Step 3 of our Recruiting 101 resource, Creating a Personal Recruiting Plan. In the podcast, we discuss why it's important to have an individualized recruiting plan and how it will …

There isn't much in the game that Tyler Jackson hasn't experienced, which is why his story and insight provide such a great learning opportunity for …

We just wanted to drop a quick note of congratulations to signees, college coaches, and everyone involved in the signing process. Congratulations to …

We follow up on the recent release of the latest version of our popular article, The Truth About Verbal Commitments, with a discussion about verbal …

In this episode we are excited to share our conversation with University of South Carolina Upstate (D1, South Carolina) assistant coach and …

In this episode, we answer a popular question from high school baseball parents- what's better for recruitment: high school or travel baseball? We …

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Community college (JUCO, JC, junior college, etc.) baseball gets overlooked as an option by many recruits who either think they are …

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The NCAA has made big changes to the signing periods for college baseball recruits. One longer signing period extending from …

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We put a common recruiting concern to rest. There are many reason why a recruit may not get recruited by his top choice or any …

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We talk shop with University of Montevallo Associate Head Coach and Pitching Coach, Ben Jackson. Jackson is entering his 3rd season with the Falcons, where he has been leading the pitchers and …

On our www.KPBrecruiting101.org site, we break the recruiting process into 10 manageable steps. This resource acts as a guide for recruits as they move through the recruiting process from start to finish. For each step, …

Our guest on today's podcast is Alex Wirta, the Director of the Therapeutic Associates-Bridle Trails physical therapy clinic in Kirkland, WA. A …

On our KPBrecruiting101.org site we break the recruiting process into 10 manageable steps. This resource acts as a guide for recruits as they move through the recruiting process from start to finish. For each step, we …

Fresh off a trip to Omaha and the College World Series as an Assistant Coach with Mississippi State, we sit down to talk with University of Hawaii's …

We continue our conversation with Demetre Kokoris, Pitching Coach at Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego, California. The care level and information shared in this episode mirrors that of part 1 of our …

KPB sits down with Demetre Kokoris, Pitching Coach at Point Loma Nazarene University in sunny San Diego, California. The care level and information shared in the 1st of 2 episodes with Coach K is off the charts as he …

Keep Playing Baseball dives deep into the recruiting process with Brian Dempsey, Owner/Director of Power Baseball and Turn2 Sports & Performance in Central Florida. We take advantage of Dempsey's experience working …

In this mound visit, we discuss why breaking the recruiting process into smaller steps makes it more manageable and enjoyable. We lay out Keep Playing Baseball's 10 step recruiting process, which acts as a road map from …

In this Mound Visit, we discuss the importance of starting to learn about what it takes to play college baseball and understanding the recruiting …

Keep Playing Baseball talks shop with former college player John Soteropulos, an infielder with the Tochigi Golden Braves of the Baseball Challenge …

In our first Mound Visit episode, we discuss the importance of doing program specific research and leaving no stone unturned when looking into programs of interest. Thoroughly researching a program of interest is a …

Keep Playing Baseball talks shop with Jordan Stampler, Head Coach at Pfeiffer University (D3, North Carolina). We take advantage of a baseball career …