Episodes
In this episode, we talk about the recent change to remove the National Letter of Intent (NLI) and what it means moving forward for student-athletes and colleges. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 10/21/24
In this episode, we talk about all the things that you should be doing during the NCAA quiet period the D1 baseball recruiting calendar. We touch on weight lifting, training, contact with coaches, and more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 10/17/24
In this episode, we break down the most recent update with the roster limits, scholarships, and NIL changes that the NCAA is instituting. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 10/14/24
In this episode, we talk with Old Dominion pitching coach Mike Marron about a laundry list of topics. We talk about coaching in Omaha, sleeping in your car recruiting, how to find the right fit, how ODU goes about their recruiting process, what the future of NCAA baseball rosters look like and more. Coach Marron brings 20 years of coaching experience to the podcast and brings a plethora of knowledge to share with our listeners. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 10/11/24
In this episode, we talk about your high school stats. We discuss why they matter, the value coaches put on them in the recruiting process, and how coaches differentiate between similar players with similar stats. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 10/07/24
In this episode, we sit down with Illinois Wesleyan Head Coach Mike Kellar to talk all things baseball and recruiting. We get into how they identify players, what types of players they look to recruit, and what you should consider when going through the recruiting process. Coach Kellar has playing experience at the JUCO and DI levels as well as coaching stops at the DI and DIII levels and has a wealth of knowledge on the recruiting process. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 10/03/24
In this episode, we talk about what constitutes an offer, what they mean, and how the differ among all the levels of college baseball. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 09/30/24
In this episode, we go in depth on the number of pitchers that are on a college baseball staff and look at the amount of innings that are played throughout the season. We talk about how many innings are taken up by a select number of players throughout the season and on average how many are left over for pitchers who are lower on the depth chart. We talk about strategy, what it takes to get into the top of the depth chart, and how to get into the discussion of being an arm that would be...
Published 09/26/24
In this episode, we sit down with Chris Francis, the Head Coach at Virginia Wesleyan University. We cover the recruiting process in college baseball, things to consider when looking at schools and programs, how parents can support their children in the process and more. Coach Francis also provides some insight on how he handled the recruiting process with his son who is playing football and baseball in college as a current freshman. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 09/19/24
In this episode, we talk about what other considerations you should take into account before you make the decision to commit to a program and school. We talk about support staff, academic support, culture, and more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 09/16/24
In this episode, we answer a listener question about the Differences amongst Division I, II, and III baseball. We cover off and in season schedules, scholarships, level of play, and more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 09/12/24
In this episode, we talk about the importance of being able to play multiple positions so be able to be more recruitable at the college level. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 09/09/24
This episode we sit down with Former Brown University Pitching Coach and Director of Elite National Jonathan Grosse to discuss the nuances of high academic college  baseball and recruiting. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 09/05/24
In this episode, we sit down with Ithaca Head Baseball Coach, David Valesente to discuss recruiting, the college baseball landscape, what they value in their program, and more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 08/29/24
In this episode, we talk about the two way player question in college baseball recruiting. What we think of it, where it can be beneficial, and how most coaches will handle these conversations and decisions Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 08/26/24
In this high energy episode, we sit down with Wofford Head Coach, JJ Edwards, and talk about the current state of college baseball recruiting, what fits in his program, and how they get the most out of the players they recruit into their program. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 08/22/24
In this Episode, we talk about what 2024 high school graduates need to know going into the fall with the recent rule change and how it will effect college baseball recruiting. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 08/19/24
In this episode, we sit down with Sam Tinkham, the pitching coach at Holy Cross, to discuss recruiting, pitching, college baseball, and more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 08/15/24
In this episode, we talk about all the things the 2025 grad class needs to know surrounding rule changes, rosters, recruiting, and more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 08/13/24
In this episode, we talk about the few things we feel are important to be doing during the end of the summer, upcoming D1 quiet period, and moving into fall baseball. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 08/08/24
This episode we sit down and talk about the August 1st contact window opening for 2026s. Some kids will get calls, most won’t. If you didn’t get a call. Don’t panic. There is work to be done. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 08/05/24
In this episode we sit down and unpack the newly implemented scholarship and roster limit rule change that was recently passed. We cover the rule change itself, how it impacts the 2025 recruiting class, the 2026 recruiting class, current college players, roster structure, recruiting classes, provide the coaches perspective and more. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 08/01/24
In this episode, we talk about how to effectively schedule your summer outings between games, camps, and showcases. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 07/29/24
In this episode, we discuss what we feel are the top things to consider for younger players. What we think matters most and how it plays into the recruiting process later on in their high school careers. Follow us on Instagram and Youtube: @emdbaseball
Published 07/25/24