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Baseball Recruiting Confidential
Baseball Recruiting Confidential
Author: Justin Musil: College Baseball Recruiting Expert
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Host Justin Musil, nationally renowned baseball and recruiting and scouting guru, unlocks the secrets of college baseball recruiting. Justin has worked with hundreds of players through the recruiting process and is one of the most connected individuals in all of college baseball. This one of a kind podcast provides unique insight and never before heard analysis with all things college baseball recruiting. This is Baseball Recruiting Confidential.
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On this episode, host Justin Musil is joined by Georgia Tech Recruiting Coordinator Josh Schulman. Justin and Coach Schulman give clarity and guidance on what high school players can do to immediately compete, when they get to college. There are many components physically and mentally, and they dive into those extensively. High school players and parents need to understand what it takes and this episode puts everything in perspective.
Host Justin Musil is joined by ETSU Pitching Coach and Recruiting Coordinator, Jamie Pinzino. Justin and Coach Pinzino discuss the current landscape of college baseball and everything parents and players need to know in this landscape. Discussion topics include: Transfer portal, high school recruiting strategies, and what colleges are doing with high school players. This episode covers a lot of differerent topics revolving around today's recruiting landscape.
Host Justin Musil is joined on this episode by Minnesota Twins bench coach, Mark Hallberg. Coach Hallberg played at Florida State and was drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks. Mark is a highly respected coach in Major League Baseball. Justin and Coach Hallberg discuss makeup and why it matters for players to have it. Makeup impacts the player, but also everyone around them. They discuss how players can develop their makeup and how parents and coaches can help too. This episode is all about makeup with some big league stories sprinkled in.
Host Justin Musil is joined on this episode by Northwestern University Head Coach Ben Greenspan. Justin and Coach Greenspan take a look at high level baseball and academics. There is a lot to be learned with what it takes to be successful both, academically and athletically, at the collegiate level. There is a fine balance. Justin and Coach Greenspan also talk about the expectations players and parents need to understand. For anyone who wants to play college baseball, they will need to learn how to balance the responsibilities. This episode tells you how.
Host Justin Musil is joined on this episode by University of North Carolina Pitching Coach Bryant Gaines. Bryant has extensive playing experience and time as a pitching coach, at the Division 1 level. Justin and Coach Gaines walk through the process of what college coaches look for when they go to see a pitcher. This is recruiting focused and applies to pitchers looking to play after high school. If you want detailed insight into how the evaluation process of a pitcher works, this is a must listen.
Host Justin Musil is joined by Oregon State Head Coach Mitch Canham. Justin and Coach Canham take a deep dive into leadership and how baseball players can become great leaders. They discuss a variety of topics around leadership and how Coach Canham has built the culture at Oregon State. This is a unique perspective from two individuals, who have been in key leadership positions and been around players with elite leadership qualities. There are a lot of key takeaways in this episode.
Justin is joined on this epsiode with LSU baseball Recruiting Coordinator Josh Jordan. Justin and Coach Jordan discuss the success of the LSU program and how high school players seperate themselves in recruiting. Coach Jordan shares his key insight on what he looks for and attributes that impress him. Coach Jordan reveals some key questions he always asks and what players can do to put themselves in the best position, during their recruiting process. Every player should consider how they can separate from other players during the recruiting process. This episode will give players and parents many great tips.
A big announcement on the re-launch of the BRC podcast. Host, Justin Musil gives listeners an update on the podcast and what his plans are for the future of the podcast. Check out the re-launch announcement in this episode.
There is a major difference between working hard and playing hard. Xavier Head Coach Billy O'Conner joins host Justin Musil to discuss his saying "Give me the guy who plays hard over the guy who works hard." The two discuss what Coach O'Conner means with his saying and what he has experienced in his coaching career. This is a can't miss discussion on what he wants in his players.
Many players and parents have little direction on what camps and showcases to attend. They are often just wandering through crucial months with uncertainty. In this episode, host Justin Musil is joined by Kent State University Recruiting Coordinator Barret Serrato. Justin and Barrett lay out their advice, for players and parents, on how to decide what camps and showcases to attend.
Great leaders can change a program. Great leaders can impact lives forever. In this episode, host Justin Musil is joined by Northwestern University Head Coach Spencer Allen. The two discuss Coach Allen's leadership philosophies and the principles he strives for as a leader. This episode is for anyone wanting to make an impact as a leader.
Alan Jaeger and Jaeger Sports have become the gold standard for arm development, arm health, and mental training. Host Justin Musil is joined by Alan Jaeger, as the two discuss a variety of topics. Alan Jaeger gives his advice and recommendations on these topics and every player, parent, and coach should hear them.
Playing in some conferences come with a different level of pressure and attention. The Southeastern Conference is one of those. The large crowds, the media attention, and the pressure that comes with that. In this episode, Host Justin Musil is joined by Louisiana State University Recruiting Coordinator Nolan Cain. Coach Cain is one of the top recruiting coordinators in the country and gives great insight on what it is like to perform in the SEC.
Understanding why players fail at the college level can help future players better prepare themselves. College baseball isn't easy and there are common reasons why players fail, both academically and on the baseball field. Host Justin Musil is joined by Florida Atlantic University recruiting coordinator Greg Mamula. Coach Mamula has coached at various levels, in college, and is now at one of the best programs in the country.
Competition is rising and opportunity is scarce. College baseball rosters are crowded and will be for a while, due to the pandemic and NCAA eligibility waivers. Picking the right school is more important now, than ever before. Host Justin Musil is joined on this episode by Lipscomb University Assistant Coach Brian Ryman. Justin and Brian give their advice on how to pick the right school in this environment.
Playing professional baseball isn't contingent on the level of college baseball a player plays. In this episode, Host Justin Musil explores this topic with Chapman University Head Coach Scott Laverty. Coach Laverty has had players drafted in three straight MLB drafts. He talks about his process at Chapman and how players can become a draft prospect at the D3 level.
A player's tools are under a microscope for college and professional baseball. If a player is loaded with tools, they gain a lot of attention and are likely to be highly sought after. The powerful grip a player's tools has on scouts and college coaches cannot be denied. On this episode, host Justin Musil is joined by University of Kentucky Head Coach Nick Mingione. Justin and Coach Mingione discuss tools and why they are so important to being successful playing high level baseball.
One of the hottest subjects in college baseball is over-recruiting. What does it mean and why do schools do it? More importantly, how does this impact incoming players? Those are a few major questions every player and parent should want to know. Host Justin Musil is joined on this episode by Wright State University Associate Head Coach Nate Metzger. Justin and Coach Metzger take on this tough topic and give it clarity.
There are a lot of misunderstandings with the power 5 vs mid-major conferences. This episode dives into the similarities and differences of the conferences. Host Justin Musil is joined by William & Mary Associate Head Coach Brian Casey. Justin and Coach Casey explain more about mid-majors and the benefits in choosing them.
With all of the different training programs available to players, it is difficult to know what direction to take. Becoming a better athlete helps every baseball player. It may help with speed, velocity, and/or power. This episode focuses on those training tactics and what every player should consider. Host Justin Musil is joined on the podcast by TCU baseball renowned strength and conditioning coach Zach Dechant. This podcast will give you clarity on how to train as a baseball player.




