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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 88: Picking a School During the Pandemic with Lipscomb University Assistant Coach Brian Ryman

BRC 88: Picking a School During the Pandemic with Lipscomb University Assistant Coach Brian Ryman

Competition is rising and opportunity is scarce. College baseball rosters are crowded and will be for a while, due to the pandemic and NCAA eligibility waivers. Picking the right school is more important now, than ever before. Host Justin Musil is joined on this episode by Lipscomb University Assistant Coach Brian Ryman. Justin and Brian give their advice on how to pick the right school in this environment.

Amanda Musil2021-03-04T18:23:29+00:00December 15th, 2020|Categories: Podcast|Tags: Campus Visits, COVID-19, Guidance in Recruiting, Player's Role, Recruiting Process, The Right Fit|

BRC 87: Becoming a Draft Prospect at a D3 Program with Chapman University Head Coach Scott Laverty

BRC 87: Becoming a Draft Prospect at a D3 Program with Chapman University Head Coach Scott Laverty

Playing professional baseball isn’t contingent on the level of college baseball a player plays. In this episode, Host Justin Musil explores this topic with Chapman University Head Coach Scott Laverty. Coach Laverty has had players drafted in three straight MLB drafts. He talks about his process at Chapman and how players can become a draft prospect at the D3 level.

Amanda Musil2021-03-04T18:22:23+00:00December 3rd, 2020|Categories: Podcast|Tags: Divisions, Player's Role, Pro Baseball, The Right Fit|

BRC 84: The Benefits of Choosing a Mid-Major with William & Mary Associate Head Coach Brian Casey

BRC 84: The Benefits of Choosing a Mid-Major with William & Mary Associate Head Coach Brian Casey

There are a lot of misunderstandings with the power 5 vs mid-major conferences. This episode dives into the similarities and differences of the conferences. Host Justin Musil is joined by William & Mary Associate Head Coach Brian Casey. Justin and Coach Casey explain more about mid-majors and the benefits in choosing them.

Amanda Musil2021-03-04T18:19:34+00:00September 10th, 2020|Categories: Podcast|Tags: Coaching Styles, Divisions, The Right Fit|

BRC 81: The Misperceptions of D3 Baseball with Tufts University Head Coach John Casey

BRC 81: The Misperceptions of D3 Baseball with Tufts University Head Coach John Casey

The 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.

Amanda Musil2021-03-04T18:17:01+00:00July 24th, 2020|Categories: Podcast|Tags: Divisions, The Right Fit|

BRC 75: Playing at an Ivy with Columbia University Recruiting Coordinator Dan Tischler

BRC 75: Playing at an Ivy with Columbia University Recruiting Coordinator Dan Tischler

There are many components of being a student-athlete in college. Responsibility can ramp up at an Ivy league school due to the academic demand. Players have to meet high baseball demands, along with matching the demands at the highest academic institutions in the world. In this episode, Host Justin Musil is joined by Columbia University Recruiting Coordinator Dan Tischler to discuss Ivy League school's academic and baseball rigor.

Amanda Musil2021-03-03T22:53:13+00:00April 29th, 2020|Categories: Podcast|Tags: Divisions, Playing under Pressure, The Right Fit|

BRC 72: Recruiting Styles with Dan Held Indiana University Recruiting Coordinator

BRC 72: Recruiting Styles with Dan Held Indiana University Recruiting Coordinator

Every college staff recruits based on their strengths and personality. That means that every coaching staff has their own style. Many players and parents misunderstand coaching staffs because they can be so different with how they recruit. This episode sheds light on the various styles and what to expect from coaches.

Amanda Musil2021-05-19T17:58:01+00:00April 7th, 2020|Categories: Podcast|Tags: Coaching Styles, Guidance in Recruiting, Recruiting Process, The Right Fit|

BRC 55: Recruiting Players Based on Coaching Staff Strengths with Craig Parry, Abilene Christian Assistant Coach

BRC 55: Recruiting Players Based on Coaching Staff Strengths with Craig Parry, Abilene Christian Assistant Coach

Recruiting Players Based on Coaching Staff Strengths Craig Parry, Abilene Christian Assistant Coach College coaches recruit players based on their academic and ability level. The most challenging part of evaluation is [...]

Amanda Musil2021-03-03T21:56:43+00:00November 12th, 2019|Categories: Podcast|Tags: Coaching Styles, Recruiting Process, The Right Fit|

BRC 52: Recruiting High Academic Players with Rucker Taylor, Davidson Baseball Head Coach

BRC 52: Recruiting High Academic Players with Rucker Taylor, Davidson Baseball Head Coach

Recruiting High Academic Players Rucker Taylor, Davidson Baseball Head Coach College coaches at high academic schools have the challenge of finding talented players who also met their academic standards. High academic [...]

Amanda Musil2021-03-03T21:52:49+00:00October 22nd, 2019|Categories: Podcast|Tags: Academics, Recruiting Process, The Right Fit|

BRC 51: The Value in Relationships with Tony Asaro, Loyola Marymount University Recruiting Coordinator

BRC 51: The Value in Relationships with Tony Asaro, Loyola Marymount University Recruiting Coordinator

The Value in Relationships Tony Asaro, Loyola Marymount University Recruiting Coordinator The stakes are high. Every offer a college coach makes, comes with a major risk. The offer is a calculation [...]

Amanda Musil2021-03-03T21:51:38+00:00October 15th, 2019|Categories: Podcast|Tags: Communication, Parent's Role, Player's Role, Recruiting Process, The Right Fit|