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The world of training pitchers and baseball players has changed dramatically in the last 5 years. From advances in technology to developments in strength training, developing today's players is a whole new ball game. In this podcast, we hope to bring you the latest, from player development to strength training to recruiting and scouting. We are going to cover a broad range of topics with one purpose in mind, bringing you useful information. Join Nunzio Signore, owner of RPP baseball, as he interviews players, coaches, managers and other industry leaders to help take your game to the next level.
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Today I'm flying solo to discuss better training and recovery through improved breathing patterns. Topics Include: Why proper breathing is crucial to performance and recoveryUnderstanding what type of breather you areCorrective protocols Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter https://twitter.com/RPP_Baseball/ Instagram http...
Today we’re sitting down with Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns Associate Head Coach Seth Thibodeaux. While I was speaking at the Baseball Ontario Summit, I had the opportunity to hear Seth speak and knew he would be a great guest. Topics Include: Changes in the 1st year college athlete over the past 5-10 yearsMethods for taking on a leadership role as both player and coachHow to keep the culture thriving Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experien...
Today I had a great time sitting down with Minnesota Twins AAA Pitching Coach Ryan Ricci. Topics Include: Key gems to consider when moving up the coaching ranksCreating a “winning environment”Getting through “sticking points” on the mound Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter https://twitter.com/RPP_Baseball/ Instagram ht...
Today we’re sitting down with Chicago White Sox Pitching Coach Rob Hardy. Rob brings with him a huge background in data analytics and college recruiting. Topics Include: Setting up boundaries in a new environmentWhat’s next in pitching developmentBeing present on the mound Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter https://twitt...
Today, we’re sitting down with RPP Pitching Coach Scott Shuman, as he shares his experiences pitching at both Auburn and years in pro ball, as well as his views on coaching young pitchers here at RPP. Topics Include: Getting the most out of a new athlete from day 1When to work mechanics and when to work arsenalDifference in approach when coaching 13-16 and 17+ Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technolo...
After a great weekend speaking at the Baseball Ontario Summit, it became very clear that information on arm care is still at the top of most coaches priority list. As a result we’ll take a deep dive into the topic. These Include: Improving Scap stabilityFiring time of the cuffStrengthening the traps and serratusMuch, much more… Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the gues...
Today we’re sitting down with mental performance coach Mike Huber to discuss the modern challenges, both internal and external, facing youth athletes today. Topics Include: Competition with phone / social media timeGrowing up during Covid 19When is it internal?When is it external? Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter https...
Today, we’re sitting down with DPT Andrew Liu to discuss some causes as well as some great ways to keep a young athlete’s shoulder healthy year-round. Topics Include: Shoulder StabilityCuff StrengthOveruse Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter https://twitter.com/RPP_Baseball/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/RPP...
Happy New Year Everyone! Today, I’m going to review some of the hottest topics of 2025 coming in to RPP this year. Topics Include: Increasing Speed and Power Finding a great baseball college recruiterPassive vs Active MobilityAnd more... Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter https://twitter.com/RPP_Baseball/ Instagra...
Happy Holidays! It’s that time of year again when we present the Top 5 listened to podcasts of 2025. Top 5 Titles: Using VALD Force Plate Metrics to Improve the Lead LegThe Road to Throwing HarderFueling Up for Success with Nick ValentiLower Half Pitching Mechanics… The Drive, Rotation and Lead Leg BlockCoastal's Matt Williams on the Road to Omaha and the RPP College Assessment Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches,...
Using active recovery or Fillers in training programs can be the un-sung hero to an athlete’s progress through the off-season. Today, I’ll explain 5 great reasons why and how to implement them. Topics Include how active recovery helps: Improve strengthExpedite losses in bodyfatPromote faster recovery from injury Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of pla...
On today’s podcast, I’m answering several questions that have come in from coaches on how we use force plate testing to improve performance. Today’s topic… The Front Leg. Topics Include: Understanding the 3 phases of a great, explosive lead legMetrics to look forSome training we can focus on to improve outcomes Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player...
Today we're with Andrew Pezzutto, RPP Director of Hitting and Director of Player Development at RPP Revolution Travel Baseball. Today's topic is 5 things young athletes struggle with at the plate. Topics Include: TimingPre-game routinesIdentifying the Strike Zone Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter https://twitter.com...
Nothing happens in isolation and throwing hgarder is no different. In today’s podcast, I’ll discuss the various methods we use to get our guys to a higher velocity ceiling. Topics Include: The 5 big players in training and producing a higher velocity ceilingUnderstanding the “Timeline” Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter ...
Today I’m answering quite a few questions as to how we incorporate strength training into RPP Revolution, our travel baseball program Topics Include: Why is year-round training not an option?Frequency... How many days is sufficient?What should a thorough S&C program contain Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter https://tw...
Today, we’re with RPP Director of Recruiting Sam Sharf to talk about how powerful metrics from our assessment has helped raise the bar and given him more ammo in the recruiting process. Topics Include: How has the RPP assessment helps him be a better recruiterHow he uses it to track an athletes progressWhich test he values the most Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the gu...
Today, we’re going to finish this 2-part series on lower half pitching mechanics by reviewing the Drive, Rotation and the Lead Leg Block phases in the delivery. Topics Include: What is the drive / rotation phaseIdentifying a good lead leg blockWhy they’re importantHow to make them more efficient Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player dev...
Today we’re going to talk about the “Drift” and the "Load”, when coming down the mound. This is Part 1 of a two-part podcast on lower half mechanics. Topics Include: What are drifting and loadingHow do we analyze on videoWhy they’re importantHow to make them more efficient Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player development. Twitter https://twitt...
Mobility is something many athletes try to skip when training. So today, I’m going to discuss how to incorporate this work into your programming and making sure your athletes are getting it done! Topics Include: What are “fillers”?The use of fillers in your programmingSome great examples of how they are used Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player...
Today I’ll be discussing a topic that I feel gets a bit of a bad rap from a population that may not fully understand it. I’m talking about aerobic conditioning using Zone 2 Training. Topics Include: What is Zone 2 Training?The myths of Zone 2 TrainingWhy its crucial to improving Power endurance and recovery Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guesswork out of player dev...
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