Watch this Q&A session with Jon Gordon, leadership author, speaker, and founder of The Jon Gordon Companies, after his 2025 ABCA Convention lecture on “The One Truth.”
2025 ABCA Convention Q&A with Steve Dintaman – North Kentucky Univ.
Watch this Q&A session with North Kentucky University Head Coach, Steve Dintaman, after his 2025 ABCA Convention lecture on “Turning Running Into Runs – Baserunning & Base Stealing.”
2025 ABCA Convention Q&A with Dr. Keith Smithson, Darnell Coles, and Steve Lombardozzi – Washington Nationals
Watch this Q&A session with Hitting Coach Darnell Coles of the Washington Nationals, Sports Vision Specialist Dr. Keith Smithson, and former MLB player Steve Lombardozzi, following their 2025 ABCA Convention lecture on “Maximizing Visual Performance: […]
2025 ABCA Convention Q&A with Tom Marker – Olentangy Orange High School (OH)
Watch this Q&A session with Olentangy Orange High School (OH) Head Coach, Tom Marker, after his 2025 ABCA Convention lecture on “Beyond Batting Practice: Optimizing Reps in the Training Environment.”
2025 ABCA Convention Q&A with Brandon Guyer – Major League Mindset
Watch this Q&A session with Major League Mindset Mental Strength Coach, Brandon Guyer, after his 2025 ABCA Convention lecture on “How to Win the Most Important Time of the Game: The Time In Between Pitches.”
2025 ABCA Convention Q&A with Jim Penders, Jeff Hourigan, Joshua MacDonald, and Chris Podeszwa – Univ. of Connecticut
Watch this Q&A session with University of Connecticut Coaches: Head Coach Jim Penders, Assistant Coach Jeff Hourigan, Pitching Coach Joshua MacDonald, and Assistant Coach Chris Podeszwa, after their 2025 ABCA Convention lecture on “How to […]
2025 ABCA Convention Q&A with Marty Smith – College of Central Florida
Watch this Q&A session with College of Central Florida Head Coach, Marty Smith, after his 2025 ABCA Convention lecture on “Measure & Compete to Make Player Development Fun!”
2025 ABCA Convention Q&A with Will Franco – Boston College
Watch this Q&A session with Boston College Strength and Conditioning Coach, Will Franco, after his 2025 ABCA Convention lecture on “Strength Training Essentials For Baseball: A Simplified Approach.”
2025 ABCA Convention Q&A with Matthew Swope – Univ. of Maryland
Watch this Q&A session with University of Maryland Head Coach, Matthew Swope, after his 2025 ABCA Convention lecture on “Optimize Performance with Motor Preferences.”
2025 ABCA Convention Q&A with Conor Kortmann – Rutgers Univ.-Newark
Watch this Q&A session with Rutgers University-Newark Head Coach, Conor Kortmann, after his 2025 ABCA Convention lecture on “Team & Individual Hitting Development: Do More With Less.”
2025 ABCA Convention Q&A with Sean McGrath – Lamar Univ.
Watch this Q&A session with Lamar University Pitching Coach, Sean McGrath, after his 2025 ABCA Convention lecture on “A Systematic and Evidence-Based Framework for Developing Pitchers.”
2025 ABCA Convention Q&A with Mark Gjormand – James Madison High School (VA)
Watch this Q&A session with James Madison High School (VA) Head Coach, Mark Gjormand, after his 2025 ABCA Convention lecture on “Practice Organization: Top Team Drills That Build Competitive Fire and Maximize Practice Time.”
High School Team Drills with Rob Hahne – ABCA
Watch as Rob Hahne shares his insights on team drills designed to help players succeed. He emphasizes the importance of structured practice in achieving in-game success and provides educational resources to enhance team communication and […]
Building & Sustaining a Championship Program with Dan Cimini – De La Salle High School (MI)
Watch as Coach Dan Cimini shares his journey of building and sustaining a championship program where players thrive. Drawing from his experiences and challenges, he delves into the lessons he’s learned about leadership, mental toughness, […]
2025 ABCA Convention Q&A with Rudy Garbalosa – Lynn Univ.
Watch this Q&A session with Lynn University Head Coach, Rudy Garbalosa, after his 2025 ABCA Convention lecture on “Outfield Development Through Daily Routines and Drills.”
Q&A with Bryce Miller – Seattle Mariners & Jordan Westburg – Baltimore Orioles
Watch as Bryce Miller and Jordan Westburg discuss their experiences from high school, college, and the big leagues. They discuss the impact of high school sports on their careers and the value of the junior […]
The 108 Way with Will Marshall – 108 Performance
Watch as Will Marshall shares his experience of joining 108 Performance, where he realized that people have learned the sport in various ways. He discovered that just because someone’s approach is different doesn’t mean it […]
Field Maintenance & Observation with Nick Rozdilski – Round Rock Express
Watch as Nick Rozdilski discusses the importance of adapting traditional field management methods to new challenges, especially in cold weather and high usage. He discusses effective pitching techniques, energy conservation, and mound maintenance. Realistic practice […]
6 Seasons of Highlander Baseball (2025) with Tyler Johnson – McLennan Community College
Watch as Coach Tyler Johnson explains how coaching at a junior college allows him to develop players and prepare them for the next level. He outlines his year-long development plan, breaking it down into six […]
MLB Network with Kevin Millar – MLB Network
Watch as former professional baseball player and current analyst Kevin Millar shares his journey to the MLB. He reflects on how baseball is a passion that unites families and shapes lives. Millar recounts his path […]
Texas A&M Hitting with Caleb Longley – Texas A&M Univ.
Watch as Coach Caleb Longley, recruiting coordinator and hitting coach, shares his insights on hitting and what he teaches players at Texas A&M. He says when it comes to hitting, it’s not always black and […]
Texas Way with Stephen Mackey – 2Words Character Development
Watch as speaker Stephen Mackey from 2Words Character Development discusses “The Texas Way”. He says that “The Texas Way” is a collaborative campaign between the THSCA, THSADA, and 2Words Character Development to improve sportsmanship and […]
UIL Updates with Ray Zepeda – UIL
Watch as Coach Ray Zepeda goes over 2025 UIL updates. He goes over ejections, dugout protocols, sportsmanship, playoff structure, state championships, and more.
Team Defense with Jim Chester – Gardner Webb Univ.
Watch as Coach Jim Chester breaks down a series of plays, including one that involves seven rotations. He discusses the modern challenges of coaching, such as the transfer portal and NIL, while also focusing on […]
Optimizing Runs on Tough Days to Score with Kevin Brooks – Angelo State Univ.
Watch as Coach Kevin Brooks breaks down essential skills and techniques to help you maximize your performance during challenging runs. He emphasizes the importance of a strong mindset in bunting, referring to it as a […]
Make an Adjustment: Staying Out of Their Head with Steve Smith – McGregor High School (TX)
Watch as Coach Steve Smith explains why coaches should avoid getting into their players’ heads. Instead of constantly intervening, sometimes the best approach is to step back and allow players to figure things out on […]
Why We Do What We DO! with Mitch Thompson – Baylor Univ.
Watch as Coach Mitch Thompson highlights the crucial role coaches play in shaping young lives. He emphasizes that, especially at the high school level, many students face personal struggles and rely heavily on technology for […]
THSBCA 2024 State Championship Coaches Panel
Coaches: Toby Goodwin – Ira High School (TX) Derrick Jenkins – Collinsville High School (TX) Matthew Anderson – Franklin High School (TX) Zach Fowler – Liberty-Eylau High School (TX) Jimmy Webster – Grapevine High School […]
Outside Thoughts That Have Helped Me with Jacob Hooker – El Campo High School (TX)
Watch as Coach Jacob Hooker discusses in detail things that have helped him to become a successful coach. Mentorship and networking build strong coaching relationships. High school coaches gain insights from college practices, while supporting […]
The Team! The Team! The Team!
By: Jamy Bechler Originally Published in The Leadership Playbook The old acronym of T.E.A.M. in which together everyone achieves more is true more often than not. Players need teammates that are willing and able to […]