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BRC 89: Why Players Fail at the College Level with FAU Recruiting Coordinator Greg Mamula

BRC 89: Why Players Fail at the College Level with FAU Recruiting Coordinator Greg Mamula

Understanding why players fail at the college level can help future players better prepare themselves. College baseball isn’t easy and there are common reasons why players fail, both academically and on the baseball field. Host Justin Musil is joined by Florida Atlantic University recruiting coordinator Greg Mamula. Coach Mamula has coached at various levels, in college, and is now at one of the best programs in the country.

Amanda Musil2021-03-04T18:25:21+00:00January 8th, 2021|Categories: Podcast|Tags: Adversity, Coaching Styles, Player's Role, Playing under Pressure, Successfully Transitioning to a New Setting, The Right Fit|

BRC 80: Experiencing Failure with University of North Carolina Head Coach Scott Forbes

BRC 80: Experiencing Failure with University of North Carolina Head Coach Scott Forbes

Failure is inevitable as players move from high school to college baseball. Imagine moving from high school to the University of North Carolina? As one of the top programs in the country, there are many players who have never seen the consistent competition they will have upon arrival. It is an experience filled with failure. On this episode, host Justin Musil is joined by University of North Carolina Associate Head Coach Scott Forbes. The two take on this subject and how it can impact future success.

Amanda Musil2021-03-04T18:09:56+00:00July 7th, 2020|Categories: Podcast|Tags: Adversity, Player's Role, Playing under Pressure, Successfully Transitioning to a New Setting|

BRC 77: Being a Two Way Player at the College Level with University of Cincinnati Recruiting Coordinator JD Heilmann

BRC 77: Being a Two Way Player at the College Level with University of Cincinnati Recruiting Coordinator JD Heilmann

Many of the most talented baseball players are good as a position player and as a pitcher. If a player can do it at the high school level, why not at the collegiate level? It’s possible, but isn’t easy. On this episode, Host Justin Musil is joined by University of Cincinnati Recruiting Coordinator JD Heilmann. The two discuss the complexities of being a two way player, but how great it can be for a staff and a player, if it works.

Amanda Musil2021-03-03T22:57:39+00:00May 21st, 2020|Categories: Podcast|Tags: Player's Role, Successfully Transitioning to a New Setting|

BRC 71: The Do’s and Don’ts in Transitioning to College with Aidan Maldonado University of Illinois RHP

BRC 71: The Do’s and Don’ts in Transitioning to College with Aidan Maldonado University of Illinois RHP

This is from a player’s perspective with the major transition from High School to College. This is a raw and honest conversation with Aidan Maldonado. Aidan is a highly touted player at the University of Illinois. With a mid 90’s fastball he was a phenom out of high school. This is what he learned in his transition as a student-athlete at a D1 program. It can be challenging, no matter how talented a player is. You will learn a lot from someone who has experienced a lot.

Amanda Musil2021-03-03T22:30:08+00:00March 30th, 2020|Categories: Podcast|Tags: Player's Perspective, Player's Role, Successfully Transitioning to a New Setting|

BRC 61: Transition Challenges from High School to College with Nate Cole, UMASS Recruiting Coordinator

BRC 61: Transition Challenges from High School to College with Nate Cole, UMASS Recruiting Coordinator

Transition Challenges from High School to College Nate Cole, UMASS Recruiting Coordinator This episode exposes the major challenges personally, academically, and athletically, for players making the jump from high school to [...]

Amanda Musil2021-03-03T22:23:38+00:00December 26th, 2019|Categories: Podcast|Tags: Adversity, Player's Role, Successfully Transitioning to a New Setting|

BRC 59: Preparing to Make an Impact as a College Freshman with Jon Coyne, University of New Mexico Recruiting Coordinator

BRC 59: Preparing to Make an Impact as a College Freshman with Jon Coyne, University of New Mexico Recruiting Coordinator

Preparing to Make an Impact as a College Freshman Jon Coyne, University of New Mexico Recruiting Coordinator Making an immediate impact as a freshman is a tall task for any player. [...]

Amanda Musil2021-03-03T22:11:43+00:00December 10th, 2019|Categories: Podcast|Tags: how to impress coaches, Player's Role, Successfully Transitioning to a New Setting|

BRC 37: The Transfer Epidemic and How Recruits can Avoid it with Wally Crancer, Illinois State Baseball Recruiting Coordinator

BRC 37: The Transfer Epidemic and How Recruits can Avoid it with Wally Crancer, Illinois State Baseball Recruiting Coordinator

The Transfer Epidemic and How Recruits can Avoid it Wally Crancer, Illinois State Baseball Recruiting Coordinator Transferring schools creates challenges that most student athletes would prefer to avoid. Transferring has become [...]

Amanda Musil2021-03-04T18:32:06+00:00June 17th, 2019|Categories: Podcast|Tags: Adversity, Coaching Styles, Guidance in Recruiting, Player's Role, Successfully Transitioning to a New Setting, The Right Fit|

BRC 21: Balancing Baseball and Academics with Cory Barton, Rice University Assistant Baseball Coach

BRC 21: Balancing Baseball and Academics with Cory Barton, Rice University Assistant Baseball Coach

Balancing Baseball and Academics Cory Barton, Rice University Assistant Baseball Coach One of the most difficult transitions from high school to college baseball is balancing baseball with academics. Is there enough [...]

Amanda Musil2021-03-03T22:15:58+00:00February 25th, 2019|Categories: Podcast|Tags: Academics, Player's Role, Successfully Transitioning to a New Setting|