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Baseball Parents: Watch This Before Your Next Showcase

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rXiYjnPdf10 What does it really take to play Division I baseball at one of the nation's top academic institutions? In this episode, Holy Cross Head Coach Ed Kahovec joins Walter Beede and Bruce Larkin to share an honest, behind-the-scenes look at recruiting, player development, and what separates championship athletes from everyone else. Coach Kahovec explains why finding the right fit matters more than chasing a logo, how Holy Cross evaluates recruits, and why parents need to stop panicking over recruiting timelines. He also discusses the importance of strength training, the recruiting process for the Class of 2027, admissions pre-reads, and how the new college baseball landscape—including the transfer portal and fifth-year eligibility—is changing the game. Whether you're a player hoping to compete at the next level or a parent trying to navigate today's recruiting process, this conversation delivers practical advice from one of college baseball's most respected coaches. Topics Covered How Holy Cross evaluates recruits Why "fit" is more important than prestige Recruiting timelines for the Class of 2027 Common recruiting mistakes parents make Why strength training is a recruiting advantage What college coaches really look for at showcases Admissions pre-reads explained AP classes, academics, and college admissions Transfer portal and fifth-year eligibility Building championship culture Developing players beyond baseball Why process beats pressure ⚾ Looking for one of the best showcase opportunities for academically driven baseball players? Check out Showball Baseball to learn more about upcoming events, connect with college coaches, and find opportunities that match your academic and athletic goals: https://ift.tt/YOVxsm5 Subscribe to the channel so you never miss an update: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCunSQGST_QIdZGKo8-CXebQ?sub_confirmation=1 Want even more in-depth guidance? Become a channel member to get exclusive access to members-only content and direct support for your family's baseball journey: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCunSQGST_QIdZGKo8-CXebQ/join Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://ift.tt/WXyMKHV If you are interested in streaming, please check out my link! via Coach Beede https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCunSQGST_QIdZGKo8-CXebQ July 3, 2026 at 04:00AM

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Will this help JUCO players?

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/7UYoqilkEGY 📢 Parents, here’s some good news for JUCO players. The new NCAA five-year eligibility rule is a big benefit for junior college athletes because it gives them the opportunity to have an extra year of eligibility at the Division I level. For many players, that means more time to develop, compete, earn a degree, and maximize their recruiting opportunities. If you have questions about how this rule impacts your student-athlete or want guidance on navigating the recruiting process, send me a DM or visit CoachBeede.com. I’m happy to help. #juco #collegebaseball #baseballrecruiting #recruiting via Coach Beede https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCunSQGST_QIdZGKo8-CXebQ July 1, 2026 at 10:43PM

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5 Questions You MUST Ask a College Coach (Or You Might Get Cut)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ATEIPBmgJEA You finally got the meeting with a college coach. Now what? Most athletes ruin this opportunity by asking about uniform numbers and batting order. In this video, Coach Beede reveals the 5 "Big Boy" questions that separate serious recruits from pretenders. Learn exactly what to ask about failure, academic support, and physical preparation to prove you are ready for the next level. ⏰ TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS: 0:00 - The Mistake Most Athletes Make in the Coach's Office 1:15 - What NOT to Ask (Uniforms & Batting Order) 2:04 - Question #1 2:54 - Question #2 3:37 - Question #3 4:40 - Question #4 5:43 - Question #5 7:02 - The Language of a Recruit: "We/Us" vs. "I/Me" 7:30 - Advice for Parents: Don't Answer for Your Athlete 8:00 - Why These Questions Impact Scholarship Offers ✅ Important Links to Follow 📲Parents and Players, download the Baseball Bluebook App and start your player profile for free. 🔗https://ift.tt/SWzE3Kx 🔗https://ift.tt/ZuDmcMB 👍Get your recruiting journey started! 🔗 Get a Player Evaluation: https://ift.tt/hapsCeo 🔗 Get a Consult: https://ift.tt/3bngkJ9 ✅ Stay Connected With Me. 👉 Instagram: https://ift.tt/frX9AZE 👉 TikTok: https://ift.tt/n6ZL9rO 👉 Twitter (X): https://ift.tt/qBu8DNT 👉 Website: https://coachbeede.com/ 💬 Drop a comment with your thoughts or questions for future episodes 👍 Like, Subscribe & Hit the Bell for more insights on youth baseball and recruiting! #BaseballRecruiting #CollegeBaseball #YouthBaseball ================================= ⚠️ Disclaimer: I do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of my publications. You acknowledge that you use the information I provide at your own risk. Do your research. 💰 Affiliate Disclaimer: The links in this description might be affiliate links. I may receive a small commission if you purchase a product or service through my links. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you for supporting my channel, which enables me to continue providing free weekly content. ✖️ Copyright Notice: This video and my YouTube channel contain dialogue, music, and images that are the property of Coach Beede. You are authorized to share the video link and channel and embed this video in your website or others, as long as a link back to my YouTube channel is provided. © Coach Beede via Coach Beede https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCunSQGST_QIdZGKo8-CXebQ June 26, 2026 at 10:15PM

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The Baseball Parent Guide: Advice From 3 MLB Fathers

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xS8fhcbnH_E This Father's Day, three baseball fathers sit down with one thing in common: each of their sons wore a Pittsburgh Pirates uniform, and each took a completely different road to get there. Andy Bednar coached baseball and taught math for decades at Mars Area High School in Pennsylvania, where he coached both of his sons. David Bednar went undrafted out of high school, pitched his way through Lafayette College, and became a two-time Major League All-Star and the Pirates' closer. His younger brother Will was the 14th overall pick of the San Francisco Giants in 2021 and the Most Outstanding Player of that year's College World Series at Mississippi State. Kevin Griffin is a longtime college softball coach who raised his son, Konnor, into the National High School Player of the Year. The Pirates made Konnor the ninth overall pick of the 2024 draft, and he has become one of the brightest young names in the game. Your host, Coach Walter Beede, raised a son, Tyler, who turned down a first-round pick out of high school to play at Vanderbilt, won the 2014 College World Series, was a first-round pick of the Giants, and pitched in the major leagues, including for the Pirates. Three sons, one uniform, three roads that could not be more different—the undrafted student-athlete, the first-round arm, and the top high school player in the country. In this conversation, three coaching fathers talk about what they actually did to help a son reach the highest level: when to push and when to step back, how to coach your own son without crushing the joy, how to keep a family grounded through social media noise, and what they would tell a parent who is only at the start of the road. If you are a baseball father trying to do right by your son, this conversation is for you. ⏰ TIMESTAMPS & TOPICS COVERED: 0:00 - Introduction to the Father's Day discussion 0:53 - Andy Bednar on his sons David and Will's different paths 2:50 - Kevin Griffin on Konnor's transition to professional baseball 4:48 - Managing the dual role of being a dad and a coach 8:49 - How to handle social media and outside noise 12:15 - Advice for parents looking back at the journey 15:04 - Managing recruiting pressure and setting boundaries 20:18 - The myth of early specialization and playing multiple sports 23:33 - Why you must protect your son's love for the game --- Subscribe to the channel so you never miss an update: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCunSQGST_QIdZGKo8-CXebQ?sub_confirmation=1 Watch Next: NCAA 5-Year Eligibility Explained (What Parents MUST Know): https://youtu.be/l44pOxgUimk What GPA Do You Need to Get Recruited & Why We Sign 50% of Our Recruits From Camps: https://youtu.be/lYXwCPLUjlU The Youth Sports Regret Most Parents Have Too Late (It's Not Money): https://youtu.be/NhbDbHmKzF0 If you do one thing today, find out where your son actually stands. Start with an evaluation below. — Your next step — Find out where your son stands — free evaluation: https://ift.tt/68PcVb5 Everything in one place: https://ift.tt/XRv3Wc8 Free Baseball Bluebook app — iOS: https://ift.tt/SWzE3Kx - Android: https://ift.tt/ZuDmcMB Follow: @coachbeede on Instagram and X Join The Coach Beede Newsletter. #CoachBeede #MLB #BaseballParents #PlayerDevelopment #YouthSports #CollegeBaseballRecruiting Questions? [email protected] I'm glad you're here. Let's get your family the truth. via Coach Beede https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCunSQGST_QIdZGKo8-CXebQ June 26, 2026 at 10:12PM

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The Truth About Youth Baseball Today (Coach Butch Chaffin)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5YLlQ1Il0U What do parents need to understand about youth sports, development, and the realities of today's baseball landscape? In this conversation, Coach Walter Beede sits down with legendary coach, scout, and USA Baseball talent evaluator Butch Chaffin to discuss the lessons every parent, player, and coach needs to hear. With more than 40 years of experience as a high school coach, MLB scout, and USA Baseball staff member, Coach Chaffin shares timeless wisdom about player development, dealing with failure, navigating travel baseball, and what truly separates great players from everyone else. This episode goes far beyond baseball. It is about raising resilient young men, embracing adversity, and understanding that character, preparation, and maturity matter more than rankings, velocity, and social media hype. Whether you are a sports parent, coach, or student-athlete, this conversation will change how you think about success in youth sports. ⏰ TIMESTAMPS & TOPICS COVERED: 0:00 - Introduction to Coach Butch Chaffin 2:12 - How the youth sports culture has changed over 40 years 9:29 - Why preparation must become a student-athlete's identity 12:32 - The care level and traits of a great teammate 16:40 - The relationship between high school and travel coaches 23:12 - The difference between average and elite players 28:12 - How a student-athlete should respond after getting cut 35:04 - When showcases provide exposure vs exposing weaknesses 41:44 - The most important lesson baseball teaches a young man Follow Coach Butch Chaffin for more insights on player development and the game of baseball. If you're a parent trying to navigate today's recruiting and development landscape, visit CoachBeede.com for recruiting resources, webinars, player evaluations, and consulting services. Subscribe to the channel so you never miss an update: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCunSQGST_QIdZGKo8-CXebQ?sub_confirmation=1 Want even more in-depth guidance? Become a channel member to get exclusive access to members-only content and direct support for your family's baseball journey: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCunSQGST_QIdZGKo8-CXebQ/join Watch Next: Start Here - A Trusted Guide for Baseball Families: https://youtu.be/umwAXHim06g Raising a Professional Baseball Player - 3 Fathers, 3 Paths: https://youtu.be/xS8fhcbnH_E The Truth About Recruiting at Elite D3 Schools: https://youtu.be/HwoxCb3j9yE If you do one thing today, find out where your son actually stands. Start with an evaluation below. — Your next step — Find out where your son stands — free evaluation: https://ift.tt/68PcVb5 Everything in one place: https://ift.tt/XRv3Wc8 Free Baseball Bluebook app — iOS: https://ift.tt/SWzE3Kx - Android: https://ift.tt/ZuDmcMB Follow: @coachbeede on Instagram and X Join The Coach Beede Newsletter. #YouthBaseball #TravelBaseball #CollegeBaseballRecruiting Questions? [email protected] I'm glad you're here. Let's get your family the truth. via Coach Beede https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCunSQGST_QIdZGKo8-CXebQ June 26, 2026 at 10:10PM

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The Truth About Recruiting at Elite D3 Schools (Middlebury)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HwoxCb3j9yE What does it really take to get recruited by one of the nation's top academic baseball programs? In this episode of Coaches Corner, Coach Walter Beede sits down with Middlebury Head Coach Mike Leonard to break down the recruiting process at one of the premier programs in NCAA Division III baseball. A former standout player at the University of Connecticut and member of the Boston Red Sox organization, Coach Leonard shares exactly what his staff looks for in prospective student-athletes—from academics and character to player development and showcase evaluations. They discuss why the NESCAC has become one of the most competitive conferences in college baseball, how Division III recruiting continues to evolve, and why finding the right academic and athletic fit matters more than chasing logos. Whether you are a student-athlete targeting high-academic schools or a parent navigating the recruiting process, this conversation provides a clear roadmap for succeeding in today's landscape. ⏰ TIMESTAMPS & TOPICS COVERED: 0:00 - Introduction to Middlebury Head Coach Mike Leonard 1:19 - How Middlebury evaluates prospective recruits 3:52 - What makes the NESCAC uniquely competitive 6:17 - Building a strong team culture at Middlebury 8:45 - The Middlebury College campus experience 11:24 - The role of academics and test scores in recruiting 14:02 - The rising level of play in NCAA Division III baseball 18:25 - The impact of proposed NCAA 5-in-5 eligibility changes 20:51 - How student-athletes can get on Middlebury's radar Subscribe to the channel so you never miss an update: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCunSQGST_QIdZGKo8-CXebQ?sub_confirmation=1 Want even more in-depth guidance? Become a channel member to get exclusive access to members-only content and direct support for your family's baseball journey: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCunSQGST_QIdZGKo8-CXebQ/join Watch Next: Start Here - A Trusted Guide for Baseball Families: https://youtu.be/umwAXHim06g Raising a Professional Baseball Player - 3 Fathers, 3 Paths: https://youtu.be/xS8fhcbnH_E The Truth About Recruiting at Elite D3 Schools: https://youtu.be/HwoxCb3j9yE If you do one thing today, find out where your son actually stands. Start with an evaluation below. — Your next step — Find out where your son stands — free evaluation: https://ift.tt/68PcVb5 Everything in one place: https://ift.tt/XRv3Wc8 Free Baseball Bluebook app — iOS: https://ift.tt/SWzE3Kx - Android: https://ift.tt/ZuDmcMB Follow: @coachbeede on Instagram and X Join The Coach Beede Newsletter. #Division3Baseball #NESCAC #CollegeBaseballRecruiting #StudentAthlete #MiddleburyBaseball Questions? [email protected] I'm glad you're here. Let's get your family the truth. via Coach Beede https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCunSQGST_QIdZGKo8-CXebQ June 26, 2026 at 10:10PM