EPISODE 3 - DUSTY HART BLINN CC

BETWEEN THE EARS BASEBALL

Dusty Hart, head coach of Blinn Community College, discusses his team's journey to winning the national championship and the importance of mental toughness in baseball. He reflects on the magical experiences of playing in Grand Junction and the challenges of getting to the World Series. Dusty emphasizes the need for strong team chemistry and leadership, and how he instills mental toughness in his players. He also shares his decision to leave Grayson College and the impact it had on his legacy. The conversation covers various topics related to college baseball recruiting and player development. Dusty Hart and Curtis Pelletier discuss the challenges of recruiting in the current college baseball landscape, including the impact of the transfer portal and the importance of building networks. They also emphasize the importance of player development and the need for players to have a strong work ethic and a competitive mindset. The conversation touches on the role of analytics in player evaluation and the importance of approach and discipline at the plate. They also discuss the balance between teaching players to be aggressive and avoiding unnecessary movement in their swings.