Coach P's Corner: Recent Episodes
Blake Peterson
Garrett shares stories about his playing career and how he ended up working at Driveline. He talks about the growth of the company and how his role has changed over the last few years.
Coach Higa tells us about his baseball career and the adversity that came with it. He dives into his style of coaching and the experiences that helped mold him into the coach he is today. We talk recruiting on the island and the pros and cons of being such a distance away from the mainland.
Coach Hendrikson tells us about his playing and coaching history. We dive into aspects of what makes a successful player, team, and culture. He also tells us about running a program at the high school level and the work that goes into it.
Coach Justin Barber talks about his experience leading a facility, then moving into the college ranks at Taylor U. in Upland, Indiana. He gives insight into their pitching philosophy, player development, and the experience at the NAIA World Series.
Conner becomes our first recurring guest and answers questions from college hitting coaches and players. He dives in to some philosophy, practice and development strategies as well. To finish the podcast, he answers questions about what he's reading, watching, and listening to.
Drew Conn, collegiate baseball player, tells us about his experiences in the college game and how to bounce back from adversity.
Coach Kindle gives some insight to being a younger, first-time head coach at the Junior College level. We dive into how to gain exposure by putting the team first, how to set standards that develop a desirable culture, and how to set aside personal goals for the betterment of the program.
Coach Barthel, a well traveled coach with several years of experience at the NJCAA, NCAA DI, DII, and DIII levels talks us through his 'lucky' journey that currently has him leading the charge at NJCAA DII Dakota County. We talk about having the right guys vs. the best guys, sharing a vision and getting the group to buy in, and more.
Moran dives into the impact her family has and continues to make on her career on a daily basis, why it's important to empower women, and how we can create a culture where people become addicted to the grind.
Mitch McLain of the Milwaukee Admirals takes us through his journey from Brainerd, MN to Milwaukee, WI. We talk about adjusting to different roles, buying in and building a culture of success, and what it truly means to lead.