"The Coaching Bag"

Coach Lou and Coach George discuss the finner details of coaching 1B. They talk about what being a B.O.S.S is like and understanding how valubale a good 1B coach can be.

In episode #34, Coach Lou and Coach George sat down with Lt. Joe Raab.  Joe was a four year member of the Unites States Merchant Marine Academy baseball team.  As a pitcher, Joe earned All American Status and pitcher of the year while being named captain in the same season. Upon completion, Joe went on to sign a professional contract at the idependent level. He played until his commission started as an Officer in the United States Navy. In his last outing of professional baseball, Joe completed a complete game with a Win.  

In episode #33, Coach Lou and Coach George Discuss memories of big moments in their baseball lives.  What certain smells and sounds trigger flash backs of the glory days. The discuss learning moments and important experience that have influenced their careers. 

In episode #32, Coach George and Coach Lou talk about pre gram routine.  They discussed expectations and incentives for pre game or weekend tournaments"

In Episode #31, Coach George and Coach Lou take three audience questions.  They discuss the good and bad about college showcases.  They dive into what the real value and issues are with Pitchers and Hitters using "Sticky Stuff".  They also discuss the difference between Pop time and Release time for catchers.  

In episode 30, Coach Lou and Coach George talk about Pop up priorities.  They discuss different ways to verbally communicate with your teammates and physical communication.  They discuss who has priority over each other by position.  They also handle a tough audience question about pitchers fielding fly balls.

In Episode #29, Coach George sits down with his former teammate and good friend Zak Adams.  Zak was a drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 15th round in 2010.  He played 3 seasons in the Minor Leagues.  He is currently working for TBT Training and operates their facility in Boca Raton F.L.  The boys dive into the Bio Mechanics of throwing, Arm Injuries, and how to take care of your arm at the youth level.  

In episode #28, Coach Lou and Coach George sat down with the coach for all coaches, Dave Hadfield.  Dave is based out of New Zealand and is most known for his work in mental skills, mentoring coaches & players.  He has a masters degree in Psychology, a B.A in Social Sciences, and an elite level 3 coaching status from the Cricket board of New Zealand and Australia. Internationally he is known for his work with The All Blacks Rugby Team, which has the highest winning percentage in the world for a professional sports franchise. He is also a consultant with the Toronto Blue Jays and runs his business called Mind Plus. If you you wish to get in touch with coach Hadfield you can send us a message or go to mindplus.co.nz  

In episode #27, Coach Lou and Coach George discuss their "Coaching Bags".  They discuss certain gizmos and gadgets they use to help with training players/ teams.  They state some obvious and not so obvious tools of the trade.  They also touch on what should be in a players bag and what is in the infamous "Bullpen Bag".

In episode #26, Coach Lou and Coach George talked with their good friend C.J Beatty.  C.J is the creator Of TBM and TSM, the baseball and softball motivator.  Hear his story on where his passion for the game of baseball started, and where it has taken him.  Coach Beatty drops some knowledge for players, coaches, and parents.  He discusses his book "The 18 Elements of mental toughness".  He has become an icon in the baseball community, with insight of playing career and coaching experience.