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It's time to "Swing Hard" with Coach Denny Barrett! Coach Denny has been coaching at the high school and collegiate level for almost thirty years. He has also recruited and coached some of the top collegiate and professional athletes. Throughout his career, Denny has also been involved in all aspects of the athletics programs including recruiting, coordinating programs, budgeting, staffing and maintenance. And, with his successful BATRS program, he and his staff provide preparation for young players to succeed at the high school level and beyond! With the "Swing Hard" podcast, it doesn't matter if you play baseball or not - just step up to the plate and get some life inspiration every week with Coach Denny!
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Send us a text This week on the Swing Hard Podcast, Denny and Rob discuss Paul Skenes vs. Hunter Green, the MLB playoffs, the Dodgers scouting team and a couple great BATRS/ travel team stories. Swing hard in case you hit it. "Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
Send us a text This week Denny talks to Kevin Berg, father of Notre Dame pitching sensation Beckett Berg. Kevin takes you on an amazing behind the scenes look of a recruiting trip to University of Texas. Plus Denny and Kevin talk about the parent’s role in raising a Division 1 athlete. "Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
Send us a text This week Denny talks to our in-house Professor of baseball, Adam Sarancik. Denny and Adam talk about the pros and cons of fall baseball. Plus Adam discusses the possible alternatives. For questions on the podcast, email Adam at asarancik@gmail.com Adam Sarancik is the author of four Amazon Top 100 Best Selling books, Coaching Champions for Life – The Process of Mentoring the Person, Athlete and Player; Takeaway Quotes for Coaching Champions for Life; A Ground Ball to Sho...
Send us a text This week Denny and Rob talk to Tehachapi High School baseball coach Guy Dees. Denny and Guy talk about their philosophy on coaching. Plus Guy shares some insight on this year’s team and the challenges and advantages of coaching in the Central Valley. "Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
Send us a text “A day in the life of a Division 1 baseball recruit...” This week on the Swing Hard Podcast, Denny follows up with Notre Dame pitching standout Beckett Berg. Beckett talks about the midnight phone calls and texts he received from D1 baseball coaches. Plus, Beckett reveals his Top 5. "Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
Send us a text This week Denny and Rob break down the summer baseball season plus Denny shares recruitment news about some of his former BATRS players and a sneak preview of what’s ahead in the Fall with the Swing Hard Podcast. "Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
Send us a text This week Adam Sarancik is back! And he'll answer some important questions on this episode like...“What is a mentor?" “What should you be asking college recruiters? And... "What questions should recruiters be asking you?" For questions on the podcast, email Adam at asarancik@gmail.com Adam Sarancik is the author of four Amazon Top 100 Best Selling books, Coaching Champions for Life – The Process of Mentoring the Person, Athlete and Player; Takeaway Quotes for ...
Send us a text This week Adam Sarancik is back! For questions on the podcast, email Adam at asarancik@gmail.com Adam Sarancik is the author of four Amazon Top 100 Best Selling books, Coaching Champions for Life – The Process of Mentoring the Person, Athlete and Player; Takeaway Quotes for Coaching Champions for Life; A Ground Ball to Shortstop – How and Why Coaches See Their Game Differently Than Anyone Else; and Teacher, Role Model, Mentor: Lessons Learned From a Lifetime in Coaching.&...
Send us a text This week in part 2, Jack Wilson shares tips on how to flush an error and work through a slump with “Iron Mike.” Plus, Denny talks about Big leaguer Jacob Wilson (Jack’s son) and how he is adjusting to major league life. And, Jack reveals some interesting facts about Justin Verlander, Freddie Freeman, and Charlie Morton. "Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
Send us a text This week Denny talks to former Major Leaguer Jack Wilson. Denny and Jack talk about rising superstar and Big leaguer Jacob Wilson (Jack’s son). Denny dives into the challenges and rewards of coaching and fathering a young major leaguer. Plus, Jack shares some terrific advice for parents and gives us a peak of what’s next in his career. "Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
Send us a text This week Denny talks to Notre Dame High School standout pitcher Beckett Berg. Denny and Beckett talk about the pressure of being a starting pitcher in the mission league. Plus Denny shares valuable insight on college recruiting, and competing in the summer. "Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
Send us a text This week Adam Sarancik is back with the most powerful information and insight yet. Adam and Denny talk about how to choose a college. They also discuss the pros and cons of playing multiple sports. And Adam answers the question, is a college degree enough to make you special in the job market? For questions on the podcast, email Adam at asarancik@gmail.com Adam Sarancik is the author of four Amazon Top 100 Best Selling books, Coaching Champions for Life – The Proce...
Send us a text This week celebrates 4th of July by talking to two of the premiere outfielders in the Mission League, Ethan Price from Harvard Westlake and Isaiah Hearn from Chaminade. Denny talks about college recruiting, summer league, Jackie Robinson, Willie Mays and what it takes to become a division 1 baseball player. "Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
Send us a text This week it’s Part 2 of Denny’s conversation with UCLA lead off man Dean West. Dean and Denny talk about all the obstacles the Bruins had to deal with this season. Plus, Dean shares some insight on how the Bruins will get back to the 2026 College World Series! "Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
Send us a text This week on the Swing Hard Podcast Denny talks to UCLA Bruin lead off hitter Dean West. Dean talks about his experience in this year’s College World Series plus he shares details on his interesting superstition and talks about the hugely successful year for the Bruins. "Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
Send us a text This week Denny talks to our in house Professor of baseball, Adam Sarancik. Adam breaks down the five most neglected aspects of an Athletes Training Regimen. Plus, Denny shares some off season training tips. And, Denny and Adam tease an upcoming explosive podcast about the transfer portal. Adam Sarancik is the author of four Amazon Top 100 Best Selling books, Coaching Champions for Life – The Process of Mentoring the Person, Athlete and Player; Takeaway Quotes for Coaching Cham...
Send us a text This week Denny is in Georgia for the prestigious PBR baseball tournament. Denny talks to coaches from Harvard Westlake and J Serra about what the tournament is all about. Plus Denny has Hall of Fame breaking news. Join us for another episode of “Swing Hard” in case you hit it. "Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
Send us a text This week Denny and Rob wrap up the High School Baseball season with a big shout out to West Ranch and St John Bosco. Plus, Denny talks about his upcoming coaching and scouting road trip with the Dodgers in Ventura. And, Denny is on the road again to Omaha and Georgia as the Summer baseball tournament season begins. "Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
Send us a text This week Denny talks to his very first college recruit, Jesse Mitchell. Jesse talks about how Denny influenced his coaching style and demeanor with his daughter’s soccer team. Plus Denny and Jesse share Glendale college stories, and Jesse talks about the ultimate Denny Barrett-Umpire meltdown story. "Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
Send us a text This week it’s an exclusive High School baseball playoff preview with Denny and Coach Justin Roberts from Stockdale High School. Denny and Justin talk about how you prepare mentally and physically for playoff action. Plus Denny shares the latest news about Pete Rose on the Swing Hard Podcast! "Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
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