Today we’re sitting down with Zach Dechant Strength and Conditioning and Performance Coach at Texas Christian University (TCU). Today’s topic is going through the off-season “to-do” list. Topics Include:Some main bullet points to achieve in a great off-season protocolTesting and assessing on Day 1Periodization Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player d...

Today, I’ll be discussing testing and training the shoulder to help both optimize performance, as well as help reduce the risk of injury. Topics include:The importance of optimizing both movement AND stabilityTesting protocolsTraining and rehabbing the shoulder / elbow Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter https://twitter.com/R...

Today, I’ll cover a number of methods and information on training linear and change-of-direction speed. Topics Include:Efficient Running MechanicsAn Efficient Warm-upSome Big Coaching MistakesImportance of Strength Training Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter https://twitter.com/RPP_Baseball/ Instagram https://www.instagram....

Today we’re discussing adjusting the power curve in order to better improve performance when training high performance athletes. Topics Include:Force Velocity ProfilingUnderstanding Force-based vs Velocity-based Athlete ProfilesThe “Special Strength Zones” Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter https://twitter.com/RPP_Baseball/ ...

Today we’re sitting down with Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Casey Pierce to discuss the Triple Tommy John Procedure, the newest advancements in Tommy John repair and recovery. Topics include:What makes it different than traditional TJ surgeryQuicker recovery / back-to-play timeThe step-by-step process Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twi...

With the off-season upon us, today, we’re going to sit down and answer a few questions that we get asked often regarding what to look for in a great off-season training protocol for pitchers. Topics include the following, among others:An outline in Long Term Athletic Development (LTAD)The importance of determining Strength vs. stabilityAssessing on day 1 (not an option) Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge...

In 1981 the song “Talkin’ Baseball” took the country by storm. The song describes the history of American major league baseball from the 1950s to the beginning of the 1980s and was inspired by a picture of the three outfielders of the title (Willie Mays, Mickey Mantle, and Duke Snider). Today we sit down with Songwriter and minor league pitcher Terry Cashman to discuss:Growing up in the Bronx during that eraWhat inspired the songGetting to know Willie, Mickey and the Duke personallyPitching i...

Today we’re sitting down with RPP Remote Athlete Graham Keen (Class 2027). Graham is ranked #1 in PA and #2 Nationally by PBR and #1 in PA and #34 Nationally by Perfect Game. We're going to talk about what it takes to be ELITE! Topics include:Nutrition (getting those daily calories in)Finding time to Train year-roundPlaying vs. Pitching Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball ta...

Today we’re sitting down with Coastal Carolina Recruiting / Player Development Coordinator Tyler Shewmaker. Topics Include:The importance for athletes to find “The right fit”Showcases- yes?/no?....maybe?Some non-negotiables when recruiting catchers Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter https://twitter.com/RPP_Baseball/ Instagr...

This week’s podcast is with Coastal Carolina S&C Coach Mike Thomson. We spent a few days with Mike assessing Coastal Carolina’s pitchers a few weeks back and today we’re going to discuss his take on the process, as well as other topics including:Strength training during fall ballExpectations of new recruits in the weight roomConsistency in training... “Don’t rush the process” Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cu...

This week we cap off our remote college assessments with the pitching side of things with RPP Director of Pitching Niko Leontarakis. Topics include:Avoiding over-analysis when dealing with elite throwersSome common disconnects between D1 schools and playersDisconnects... not always a bad thing, it depends on the athlete Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out o...

This past week we flew down South to assess Division 1 Pitchers at a couple High-Level Universities. Here are the results and commentary. Topics Include:Assessing Mobility / StabilityDetermining Plyometric ability and Force-Velocity profilingAre they “Strong Enough”? Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter https://twitter.c...

Today, we're with Coastal Carolina pitching coach Matt Williams to discuss what goes into starting with a new organization, as well as his experience with the RPP on-site pitching assessments of his throwers that we previously did at University of South Carolina. Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter https://twitter.com/RPP_Bas...

Today I’m sitting down with physical therapist Greg LaMendola who specializes in a technique known as “Total Body Re-activation Therapy”. Topics Include:Bridging the gap between the nervous system and the biomechanical / muscular systemRemoving “blocks” in the kinetic chain through manual therapy / activation techniquesHow it can help reduce recovery time from an injury Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge...

Today, I’m sitting down with former Liberty University and now Ohio State pitcher Ryan Butler to discuss his experiences and lessons learned once you enter the college transfer portal. Topics Include:Topics prompting a decision to enter the portalWhat happens the day after you sign?Monetary / NIL considerations Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player ...

On this week’s podcast, we’re talking about global movement patterns, why they’re so important, their influence on performance and some great coaching cues to increase motor learning. Topics Include:Letting the athlete solve the movement problemImproving overall athleticismCommon mistakes when coaching Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player developme...

Today we’ll be taking a look at five reasons to train the anterior core in order to improve efficiency on the mound. Topics Include:Improving extension/RotationBreathing PatternsReducing Injury Risk Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter https://twitter.com/RPP_Baseball/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/RPP_Baseball/ Call u...

Today, I’ll be talking about Force Production. While being strong will definitely help produce higher ground force, training the tendons and ligaments to also accept the explosive ground forces that happen on the field is also paramount. Topics Include:Training Eccentric Force for better DecelerationImproving Elasticity and AccelerationIsometric Training for Better Tendon / Ligament Quality Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coac...

Today, we’re sitting down with sports nutritionist Nick Valenti to discuss the widely misunderstood topic of sports nutrition. Topics include:Calories-in-calories out... Does it work long term?Advice for hard gainersCaloric restriction, when is it necessaryProtein... animal or plant-basedNick was previously with the Toronto Blue Jays as a dietetic intern. He also served as an intern with Cressey Sports Performance during the summer of 2023. Nick has a Master's of Science from Flor...

Today I’m sitting down with my partner here at RPP, Bahram Shirazi, to discuss the current status of travel baseball as well as what to look for in a great travel program.Topics Include:Current status of travel ballWhy we started our own program, Revolution BaseballDevelopment vs. winningWhat parents should consider when choosing a programThe recruiting front in travel ballLong-term athletic development or lack thereofThe importance of great coaching Ready to take your game to the next ...

This week marks my 100th episode of the “Behind The Seams Podcast”. It’s been, not only an incredible journey but also, an incredible learning experience. This week I’ll celebrate by going through 9 of my “Ah-Ha” moments with 9 coaches from the following star-studded cast.Randy Sullivan – Back leg mechanicsScott Brown - Common characteristics of elite playersMike Boyle - Unilateral versus bilateral trainingMike McFerran - Using data with youth playersBrandon McDaniel - Understandi...

Today, Matt Hartshorn Pitching Coordinator with RPP is guest hosting, and we’re sitting down with Rapsodo’s Director of Marketing Matt Fowles and Chief Analytics Engineer John Garrett. Topics Include:Baseball data’s role in player developmentHow data is used in recruitingSeam-Shifted Wake... how the data is evolving Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of pl...

Today I’m flying solo, answering questions regarding playing summer ball (or not). And if so, how to train properly during the hot summer months in order to maintain athleticism. Much of what you will hear is the premise behind our Elite Summer College Programs which begin shortly. Topics will include:Pros and consTo play or not to play…that is the questionFinding the right organization and fitMaintaining athleticism throughout the short season Ready to take your game to the next level? With ...

Today we’re sitting down with Pitching Coordinator Matt Hartshorn and Director of Hitting Andrew Pezzuto, both coaches on the new RPP Revolution 14U travel team. Topics include:Importance of starting LTAD (long-term athletic development) at a young ageWhat to look for in a good travel programGetting baseline numbers and re-assessing Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the gu...