Best Ncaabaseball Podcasts (2024)

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BRC 94: Give Me the Guy Who Plays Hard Over the Guy Who Works Hard with Xavier Head Coach Billy O’Conner 29:01

3y ago29:01

29:01

There is a major difference between working hard and playing hard. Xavier Head Coach Billy O’Conner joins host Justin Musil to discuss his saying “Give me the guy who plays hard over the guy who works hard.” The two discuss what Coach O’Conner means with his saying and what he has experienced in his coaching career. This is a can’t miss discussion …

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BRC 93: Summer Strategy for Camps and Showcases with Kent State University Recruiting Coordinator Barrett Serrato 53:57

3y ago53:57

53:57

Many players and parents have little direction on what camps and showcases to attend. They are often just wandering through crucial months with uncertainty. In this episode, host Justin Musil is joined by Kent State University Recruiting Coordinator Barret Serrato. Justin and Barrett lay out their advice, for players and parents, on how to decide w…

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BRC 92: Impactful Leadership with Northwestern University Head Coach Spencer Allen 52:28

3y ago52:28

52:28

Great leaders can change a program. Great leaders can impact lives forever. In this episode, host Justin Musil is joined by Northwestern University Head Coach Spencer Allen. The two discuss Coach Allen’s leadership philosophies and the principles he strives for as a leader. This episode is for anyone wanting to make an impact as a leader.…

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BRC 91: Arm Development, Arm Health, and Mental Training with Alan Jaeger 1:06:54

3y ago1:06:54

1:06:54

Alan Jaeger and Jaeger Sports have become the gold standard for arm development, arm health, and mental training. Host Justin Musil is joined by Alan Jaeger, as the two discuss a variety of topics. Alan Jaeger gives his advice and recommendations on these topics and every player, parent, and coach should hear them.…

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BRC 90: Performing Under the Bright Lights of the SEC with LSU Recruiting Coordinator Nolan Cain 45:28

3y ago45:28

45:28

Playing in some conferences come with a different level of pressure and attention. The Southeastern Conference is one of those. The large crowds, the media attention, and the pressure that comes with that. In this episode, Host Justin Musil is joined by Louisiana State University Recruiting Coordinator Nolan Cain. Coach Cain is one of the top recru…

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BRC 89: Why Players Fail at the College Level with FAU Recruiting Coordinator Greg Mamula 56:34

3+ y ago56:34

56:34

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 vari…

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BRC 88: Picking a School During the Pandemic with Lipscomb University Assistant Coach Brian Ryman 43:39

3+ y ago43:39

43:39

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…

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BRC 87: Becoming a Draft Prospect at a D3 Program with Chapman University Head Coach Scott Laverty 49:09

3+ y ago49:09

49:09

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…

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BRC 86: The Power of Tools with University of Kentucky Head Coach Nick Mingione 56:29

3+ y ago56:29

56:29

A player’s tools are under a microscope for college and professional baseball. If a player is loaded with tools, they gain a lot of attention and are likely to be highly sought after. The powerful grip a player’s tools has on scouts and college coaches cannot be denied. On this episode, host Justin Musil is joined by University of Kentucky Head Coa…

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BRC 85: Over-Recruiting with Wright State University Associate Head Coach Nate Metzger 58:43

3+ y ago58:43

58:43

One of the hottest subjects in college baseball is over-recruiting. What does it mean and why do schools do it? More importantly, how does this impact incoming players? Those are a few major questions every player and parent should want to know. Host Justin Musil is joined on this episode by Wright State University Associate Head Coach Nate Metzger…

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BRC 84: The Benefits of Choosing a Mid-Major with William & Mary Associate Head Coach Brian Casey 46:28

3+ y ago46:28

46:28

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.…

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BRC 83: Understanding the Concepts of Baseball Training with Zach Dechant TCU Baseball Strength & Conditioning 53:22

3+ y ago53:22

53:22

With all of the different training programs available to players, it is difficult to know what direction to take. Becoming a better athlete helps every baseball player. It may help with speed, velocity, and/or power. This episode focuses on those training tactics and what every player should consider. Host Justin Musil is joined on the podcast by T…

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BRC 82: Winning at Bats in the Show with Chicago Cubs MLB Hitting Coach Anthony Iapoce 56:03

3+ y ago56:03

56:03

When the lights are on it is easy to see who performs well. What most people don’t see is the behind the scenes work big league hitters do to prepare. Winning at bats starts with a focus, a routine, and a process. It doesn’t just happen. Host Justin Musil is joined on this episode by Chicago Cubs MLB Hitting Coach Anthony Iapoce. Justin and Anthony…

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BRC 81: The Misperceptions of D3 Baseball with Tufts University Head Coach John Casey 52:44

3+ y ago52:44

52:44

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 Fam…

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BRC 80: Experiencing Failure with University of North Carolina Head Coach Scott Forbes 47:47

4y ago47:47

47:47

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 …

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BRC 79: The Reality of Recruiting During the Covid-19 Pandemic 55:58

4y ago55:58

55:58

The NCAA dead period keeps getting pushed back. Coaches cannot evaluate players in person and players cannot make campus visits. How does anything happen in recruiting when the dead period is in place? Will coaches still make offers? Should players commit without seeing a school? Host Justin Musil and University of Washington Recruiting Coordinator…

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BRC 78: The Compete Factor with University of Maine Head Coach Nick Derba 42:24

4y ago42:24

42:24

College coaches and pro scouts clamor over players who love to compete. They want players who can lift up others around them and make the team better. Competition is also a key factor to preparing and working in other facets of a player’s game. In this episode, Host Justin Musil is joined by the young, passionate, Head Coach from the University of …

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BRC 77: Being a Two Way Player at the College Level with University of Cincinnati Recruiting Coordinator JD Heilmann 51:08

4y ago51:08

51:08

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 be…

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BRC 76: Understanding Training and Development with Tread Athletics Founders Ben Brewster and Coan McAlpine 1:13:13

4y ago1:13:13

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Having the right training program is one of the first steps to maximizing offers. Players and parents often miss this opportunity. On this episode, Host Justin Musil is joined by Tread Athletics Founders Ben Brewster and Coan McAlpin. Ben and Coan have transformed baseball player development and are two of the leading experts in the world. The thre…

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BRC 75: Playing at an Ivy with Columbia University Recruiting Coordinator Dan Tischler 49:53

4y ago49:53

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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 …

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BRC 74: Flipping the Script; Creighton University Recruiting Coordinator Connor Gandossy Interviews Host Justin Musil 1:34:19

4y ago1:34:19

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Justin Musil has asked many questions as the host of the BRC Podcast. This episode flips that around and he is the one who gets interviewed. Justin is interviewed by Creighton University Recruiting Coordinator Connor Gandossy. Coach Gandossy asks him about evaluating players, why he started the podcast, his advice to players on recruiting, and much…

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BRC 73: Why Measurables Aren’t Everything with Fairleigh Dickinson University Head Coach Rob DiToma 43:54

4y ago43:54

43:54

Tools and metrics are often talked about with scouting and evaluating. They are very important, but they are not everything in the recruiting process. In this episode, host Justin Musil goes in depth on other recruiting variables with Fairliegh Dickinson University Head Coach Rob DiToma. The two discuss on field performance and other major factors …

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BRC 72: Recruiting Styles with Dan Held Indiana University Recruiting Coordinator 35:57

4y ago35:57

35:57

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.…

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BRC 71: The Do’s and Don’ts in Transitioning to College with Aidan Maldonado University of Illinois RHP 43:48

4y ago43:48

43:48

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 prog…

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BRC 70: COVID-19 and the Impact on Recruiting with Northern Illinois University Head Coach Mike Kunigonis 43:03

4y ago43:03

43:03

In this bonus episode, host Justin Musil is joined by Northern Illinois University Head Coach Mike Kunigonis. Justin and Coach Kunigonis cover all types of questions related to COVID-19 and the impact it will have on college baseball and the recruiting process.By Justin Musil

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BRC 94: Give Me the Guy Who Plays Hard Over the Guy Who Works Hard with Xavier Head Coach Billy O’Conner 29:01

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BRC 93: Summer Strategy for Camps and Showcases with Kent State University Recruiting Coordinator Barrett Serrato 53:57

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BRC 92: Impactful Leadership with Northwestern University Head Coach Spencer Allen 52:28

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BRC 91: Arm Development, Arm Health, and Mental Training with Alan Jaeger 1:06:54

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BRC 90: Performing Under the Bright Lights of the SEC with LSU Recruiting Coordinator Nolan Cain 45:28

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BRC 89: Why Players Fail at the College Level with FAU Recruiting Coordinator Greg Mamula 56:34

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BRC 88: Picking a School During the Pandemic with Lipscomb University Assistant Coach Brian Ryman 43:39

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BRC 87: Becoming a Draft Prospect at a D3 Program with Chapman University Head Coach Scott Laverty 49:09

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BRC 86: The Power of Tools with University of Kentucky Head Coach Nick Mingione 56:29

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BRC 85: Over-Recruiting with Wright State University Associate Head Coach Nate Metzger 58:43

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BRC 84: The Benefits of Choosing a Mid-Major with William & Mary Associate Head Coach Brian Casey 46:28

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BRC 83: Understanding the Concepts of Baseball Training with Zach Dechant TCU Baseball Strength & Conditioning 53:22

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BRC 82: Winning at Bats in the Show with Chicago Cubs MLB Hitting Coach Anthony Iapoce 56:03

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BRC 81: The Misperceptions of D3 Baseball with Tufts University Head Coach John Casey 52:44

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BRC 80: Experiencing Failure with University of North Carolina Head Coach Scott Forbes 47:47

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BRC 79: The Reality of Recruiting During the Covid-19 Pandemic 55:58

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BRC 78: The Compete Factor with University of Maine Head Coach Nick Derba 42:24

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BRC 77: Being a Two Way Player at the College Level with University of Cincinnati Recruiting Coordinator JD Heilmann 51:08

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BRC 76: Understanding Training and Development with Tread Athletics Founders Ben Brewster and Coan McAlpine 1:13:13

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BRC 75: Playing at an Ivy with Columbia University Recruiting Coordinator Dan Tischler 49:53

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BRC 74: Flipping the Script; Creighton University Recruiting Coordinator Connor Gandossy Interviews Host Justin Musil 1:34:19

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BRC 73: Why Measurables Aren’t Everything with Fairleigh Dickinson University Head Coach Rob DiToma 43:54

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BRC 72: Recruiting Styles with Dan Held Indiana University Recruiting Coordinator 35:57

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BRC 71: The Do’s and Don’ts in Transitioning to College with Aidan Maldonado University of Illinois RHP 43:48

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BRC 70: COVID-19 and the Impact on Recruiting with Northern Illinois University Head Coach Mike Kunigonis 43:03

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