CLUTCHCAST: Recent Episodes
By Clutch Recruits
The world of Student Athletes - The podcast to help guide and inspire student athletes to reach their goals. In every episode we will have guests such as coaches, trainers, athletes, academic advisors and many other experts giving their insights and experience in the athletic recruitment process.
On this episode of Clutchcast Dr. Theresa Price Founder and CEO of the National College Resources Foundation talks to us about the amazing work her organization has been doing for the last twenty years. The programs offered are many like the Black College Expo – The Latino College Expo – Students Think STEAM – The ME program Movement Enrichment Program – HBCU Football Combine – HBCU Basketball Showcase – SAP Student Athlete Program. Here are some stats in the last 20 years 1 Billion in scholarships and grants – 500000 students of which over 350000 first generation college students over 150 college expos and over 20 virtual events during the pandemic. The focus is not only on college degrees but on careers and certificates offered for these young men and women.
Coach Paige Knussman from Marymount University sits down with us here at Clutchcast to discuss the first softball program Marymount's history and her new job as the head coach. Listen to her thoughts on why D3 is a great fit for so many student athletes and learn how she is getting things setup for their first softball season starting in 2022.
When there is a will...there is a way. Learn how Melany Sheldon Italian softball player work on her own to earn not one but two opportunities to play college softball in the USA. First from a JUCO in Florida to ending her career at the D1 level in Massachusetts. Learn how the pandemic cut her senior year short and what lans are in her future!
Ray Negron considers himself a very lucky man. How a chance encounter after spraying graffiti in 1973 turned in to the greatest opportunity of his life. Listen to how Mr. Negron describes the relationship he had with Mr. Steinbrenner, Billy Martin and Thurman Munson and what their presence in his life meant. Today Mr. Negron is an accomplished author, writer, actor, speaker and philanthropist. His journey continues today as a community advisor for the NY Yankees and he continues his mission of supporting his beloved community.
On this episode of Clutchcast Team Italy Softball Captain Erika Piancastelli directly from Forli' Italy! Follow the journey from High School to the Olympics. Growing up in a family of athletes from mom Loredana Auletta former softball Olympian and dad Pier Andrea Piancastelli former baseball player and now part of the Blast Motion Team. Learn how the sorelle have dealt with an incredible low moment with the loss of Coach Enrico Obletter and how now its all about #perenrico From McNeese State, Athletes Unlimited to team Italy listen to the philosophy of a champion and how it got Erika on Sports illustrated as one of the most influential women athletes in the world together with her teammates Cat Osterman, Jessica Warren and Victoria Hayward .
After a small break Clutchcast is back with Coach Francine Roseman Head Softball Coach at Chestnut Hill College. Coach Roseman talks to us about her softball program, her coaching career and her amazing job at Disney!
Saint Elizabeth University newly hired Head Softball Coach Korrissa Aguilar is our guest for our twentieth coaches episode. From the West coast to the East coast and every where in between Coach K has played at different levels at the collegiate level from Juco, NCAA D1 and NAIA. Listen to the amazing opportunities Saint Elizabeth University offers and learn what Coach K looks for in a student athlete.
@shermanbrowne delivers his words of wisdom and inspiration talking to us about what put him on a calling to deliver his message and plan for a better life though his organization's initiatives @aimhighei Working in communities all around NYC with the youth population but also with their parents and many corporate institutions. Listen to what put him on our radar and how his speech at a Turn 2 Foundation Jeter's Leaders meeting became one of the reasons that Clutch Recruits was born.
Fairleigh Dickinson University's Assistant Baseball Coach Andrew Romanella sits down with us and talks about his career at different divisions and his method of recruiting. Listen to his tips and advice on baseball and life. Don't miss the amazing story on how he was able to get in to Zion Williamson's rookie NBA shoot. Remember to catch Coach Romanella on his show the Wide World of Rome where he talks about sports and so much more.
Max McKenna from Headfirst Companies talks to us about the amazing showcases and camps that his organization offers. Learn how to get in front of high academic institutions and learn form them as well. If you are a high academic student you do not want to miss out on this episode. Learn some tips on how to approach the recruitment process from a company that is one of the best in the industry.
Coach Rod Stephan sits down with us and talks to us about SUNY Old Westbury and his baseball program. Listen to him talk about his 15 year career as a college coach and all his accomplishments. Learn how he recruits and what it takes to become a Panther.
Coach Jim Gilligan former Lamar University head baseball coach and hall of famer speaks to us about his origins in Bayside Queens, NY and his forty year career at Lamar University in Texas and his amazing career in the independent leagues managing actor and comedian Bill Murray's team and ending up in the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown. Having Whitey Ford as a friend and coach and an amazing story about former Yankee player Mickey Rivers. Listen and subscribe at www.clutchcast.com or on your favorite platform.
In this episode head softball coach Chris Foye from D1 Fairleigh Dickinson University, FDU, talks to us about his amazing careers on an off the field, as a fire fighter and as a D1 coach. He speaks to us about his D1 softball program and gives us an inside look at the university from an academic and social view.
Listen to Coach Nick Pontari talk about Sage's first ever baseball program. Coach Pontari talks about the all he is doing to assemble his new team, his coaching career and about the Russell Sage College. Pick up on some great tips and advice for your recruitment process and for life.
Hunter College Head Softball Coach Ralph Moroni talks to us about Hunter College, the CUNY system and his recruiting process. Learn about playing softball for a school in NYC with low tuition and high expectations.
Coach Dan Pirillo talks to us about LIU and his D1 baseball program. Listen to some great advice on the college recruitment process and how it has changed during this pandemic.
Coach Nick French talks to us about Bryant University and the data used in his recruiting process. Listen to what it takes to play for Bryant's D1 softball program from an academic and athletic point of view. Learn about the campus and student life on this beautiful RI campus and how the University as a whole has dealt and is dealing with this pandemic.
Jonathan J. Jones speaks to us about the importance of support, team, opportunities and working on your life skills.
Coach O'Donnell speaks about her coaching career, life at SUNY Cortland and her softball program. Listen to how she approaches the recruiting process and all the valuable information in this episode.
Coach, Author, Speaker and recruiting expert Coach Wayne Mazzoni gives us his best advice on how to get recruited. Stresses the importance of the perfect fit, support system and driving the process. Listen to how Sacred Heart has evolved in the last 15 years and learn how to get noticed as a potential recruit.
This week Coach Erica Mehalick from Drew University in Madison , NJ talks to us about her college athletic career at Drew University as a stand out pitcher with many records, her induction in to the Drew athletics HoF and about her coaching career that brought her full circle back to her alma mater. Listen to what it takes to play at Drew and learn about the University and all it has to offer.
BONUS EPISODE 3 - Coach Steven Morse talks to us about his career in the college coaching world, he talks to us about his extensive recruiting experience and his new role as an MLB scout. Listen to some great advice on how to get recruited and noticed during this pandemic.
This week we host former MLB Scout and current SUNY Old Westbury pitching coach Pat Shortt. Coach Short talks to us about his experience as an MLB scout and college coach. Listen to how the recruiting process works on the professional level and his advice on getting recruited to play college baseball all while learning about SUNY Old Westbury.
St. Thomas Aquinas College Baseball Head Coach Jon Garvey joins us at ClutchCast in this week's episode to talk about his experiences in and around the game of baseball, his drive and passion for coaching college athletes, his coaching philosophy, recruiting and how the baseball program has been affected by the pandemic and how they have adapted to an ever-changing landscape.
Juniata College Head Softball Coach Laina R. Connor talks to us about her interesting college career and her transition in to coaching. Coach Connor gives us an inside look at Juniata College, their traditions and their new reality dealing with this pandemic including interesting facts on the development of a Covid test right on campus. Listen to her advice on how to pick the right college and for tips on the recruiting process.
SUNY Fredonia Head Softball Coach Tony Ciccarello talks to us about his career in the SUNY system and gives us an inside view to SUNY Fredonia. Listen to his advice on the college recruiting process and how his recruiting is taking place now through this pandemic.
SUNY Maritime Head Baseball Coach Charlie Barbieri gives us an inside look at his career, Maritime Baseball and Academics. Listen to his advice when it comes to college recruiting and his success stories at SUNY Maritime and at the summer collegiate leagues.
E4 - This week's episodeOberlin College Head Baseball Coach Adrian Abrahamowicz talks to us about Oberlin College, the baseball program, the recruiting process and Lake Erie Warhawks baseball. An episode not to miss if you are in interested in playing baseball at a high academic school with a great baseball program lead by a great coach.
Bonus E2 - Harlem Wizard and Streetball Legend Jackie "Blackjack" Ryan shares his amazing life story. Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY Jackie talks about growing up in NYC parks, family, school and redemption. Listen to the many lessons learned along the way and the amazing way Jackie is giving back to the youth today. Listen to Jackie talk about his documentaries, movie and his message. Check out Justin Timberlake, at one of his concerts, calling out Jackie Ryan Click Here
E3 This week's episode - Coach Annette Hunt-Shepherd Head Softball Coach at Gettysburg College, Gettysburg PA - @GburgSoftball1 talks about her career as a multiple sports athlete and a college coach. An episode full of valuable information on the college recruitment process and about life at Gettysburg.
Bonus E1 Canadian / Italian Boxer Phil Lo Greco talks about his career and the options and opportunities he took advantage of in the big fights under the big lights. He introduces us to the world of professional boxing talking about the good and the bad of the sport. Gives us an inside look at his YouTube Series Culinary Fighter and gives his pearls of wisdom to all the young athletes looking to be successful in sports and in life.
E2 This week's episode - Coach Stephanie Hartquist speaks about her journey to become Head Coach at Hamilton College, Clinton NY - @hamiltoncollegesoftball . She gives us an inside look at how college coaches are adjusting to the new recruitment processes and fills us in with plenty of information on how to get attention from a coach during the pandemic .
E1 This week's episode - Truly honored to have as our very first guest Mr. Lenny Randle. Lenny has not only had an amazing career and life playing baseball on two continents but has also dedicated many years to helping student athletes accomplish their dreams. Listen in while Lenny talks about his experiences on an off the field. #lennyrandle #baseball #studentatheletes #givingback #clutchcastpc #fullepisodecomingsoon #ibl #nymets #nyyankees #chicagocubs #texasrangers