The Baseball Forward Podcast (Ross Hawley)

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Today’s guest conversation is with the back flippin' electric LHP, wearing #99 for the Kansas State Wildcats, Mr. JJ Slack. Here’s Episode 48 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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On today's show, Coach Schwanke breaks down what a good approach looks like for any hitter, at any level. Here’s Episode 50 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation features the 2024 Western Athletic Conference (WAC) Pitcher and Freshmen of the Year, Brett Lanman of Abilene Christian University. Here’s Episode 32 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation features National Champion and head coach of the Augustana University Vikings(NCAA Division II) baseball team, Mr. Tim Huber. Here’s Episode 30 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s conversation features the one and only Jim Schwanke doing what he does best. This is Storytime with Schwank and Episode 25 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation is with one of the coolest dudes on planet earth, who also just so happens to be the Catcher for the Detroit Tigers, Mr. Jake Rogers. Here’s Episode 39 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation is with Sean McKinney, Associate Head Coach for NCAA Division II power Colorado Mesa University. Here’s Episode 54 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation is with one of the best, and easily most recognizable coaches in all of baseball, Tony Vitello, Head Baseball Coach of the 2024 National Champion Tennessee Volunteers. Here’s Episode 37 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation features one of the most recognizable faces and names in all of baseball; Mr. James Lowe, or how most of you know him, Coach Ballgame. Here’s Episode 16 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

Podcast Highlights:

• 02:00 An introduction to Coach Ballgame.
• 07:15 Coach Ballgame talks about his affinity to HBP's.
• 11:30 Coach Ballgame discusses why he loves baseball.
• 13:35 The type of music Coach Ballgame listens to.
• 19:25 Living the dream.
• 28:30 Talking nicknames.
• 36:00 Coach Ballgame discusses the purpose behind his mission.
• 42:15 Coach Ballgame gives advice to young coaches.

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Today’s guest conversation is with Head Baseball Coach for The Pepperdine University Waves, Mr. Tyler LaTorre. Here’s Episode 43 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation is with a former World Series Champion and RHP who spent 14 seasons in the big leagues, Mr. Chad Durbin. Here’s Episode 53 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation is with the President & CEO of The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), Dr. Christopher Parker. Here’s Episode 42 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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On today’s episode, we focus on ways to eliminate confusion for both players and coaches. We also discuss the importance of leadership. Here’s Episode 41 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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On today’s episode, Ross sits down with his long-time buddy, Mr. Dax Powell. Dax has one of the most unique and interesting baseball backgrounds. Simply put, he’s been there, done that and has some of the best stories to go along with it. He’s a brilliant baseball mind. He’s an excellent coach and mentor and he’s a baseball lifer. Hook’em Horns. Here's our conversation with Dax Powell.

Podcast Highlights:

• 2:00 An introduction to Dax.
• 7:55 Dax talks about the satisfaction of coaching.
• 12:05 Dax talks about his role with the Texas Rangers.
• 18:30 Dax talks about the greatness of Buck Showalter.
• 25:45 Work ethic and being active.
• 28:20 Dax discusses Jack Giese, a great friend of his.
• 31:31 The advice Dax would have given himself as a younger player.
• 39:25 Dax's advice to younger coaches in the game.
• 46:15 Drop the ego.

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On today’s episode, Ross sits down with Josh Cathcart, owner and founder of Hitting Done Right. Josh is one of the most highly sought after hitting instructors in the country and has an intense passion for the game of baseball and coaching. Here’s his conversation with Josh Cathcart.

Podcast Highlights:

• 4:35 Josh talks about his baseball upbringing.
• 10:45 Josh talks about how the game has given back to him.
• 14:10 Josh discussed the elements of being a good coach.
• 19:40 Josh talks about the rewards of a being a coach.
• 26:35 Josh discusses what it takes to be a good hitter.
• 35:10 Josh talks about how hitting is messy.
• 42:05 Josh gives baseball advice.

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Today’s guest conversation is with Head Baseball Coach at Denison University in Granville, Ohio, Mr. Mike Deegan. Here’s Episode 46 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation is with former MLB catcher and current Assistant Coach at Blinn College, Mr. Cameron Rupp. Here’s Episode 45 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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CJ Beatty, The Baseball Motivator, joins us on this episode. Owner of The Motivator Brands & Beatty Enterprises, CJ is one of the most sought after motivational speakers around. In this episode, CJ and I discuss his baseball background, what motivates him, advice for players and much more. Follow CJ Beatty on Instagram @cjbeatty44 and Change Your Life!

• The Intro
• 04:10 Motivating high school kids.
• 08:40 Importance of coaches and teachers using social media.
• 12:05 How does CJ connect and motivate youngsters.
• 19:10 What about baseball captured CJ.
• 24:00 Specific advice for a struggling high school player.
• 31:00 How to have balance in life.
• 35:55 The best baseball advice CJ ever received.
• 47:00 CJ talks about facing Chris Sale.
• 52:57 CJ talks about being drafted.
• 54:40 What CJ would do to improve the game of baseball.

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Today’s guest conversation is with a former OF/1B for the Texas Rangers, Mr. Jason Botts. Here’s Episode 55 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation features my former permanent catch partner and twin brother, Mr. Ryan Hawley. Here’s Episode 24 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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On this episode, Ross sits down with Pat Day, Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator at Ranger College in Texas. From what he wishes he would’ve known sooner in his career, to the importance of mental preparation, to his advice for the younger generation of ballplayers, here is our conversation with Pat Day.

Podcast Highlights:

• 02:20 Pat talks about his relationship with Ross.
• 07:30 Pat talks about transferring from a NCAA D1 school to a NAIA program.
• 12:05 Winning matters. What advice would Pat given himself as a player.
• 16:15 Pat talks about what it takes to be a coach.
• 25:30 Being accessible matter to your players.
• 32:00 Having the skill and having what it takes are different things.
• 39:00 Be realistic with the recruiting process.
• 45:05 Speed round with Pat.

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Today’s guest conversation features area scout for the New York Mets, Ken Guthrie. Here’s Episode 21 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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On today’s episode, Ross sits down with Todd Coburn, The Catching Guy. From what made him pursue a life in baseball, to the importance of mental preparation and his advice to elevate the next generation of ballplayers, here is his conversation with Todd Coburn, The Catching Guy.

Podcast Highlights:

• 3:30 Todd talks about how he fell in love with baseball.
• 7:40 Todd talks about deciding on baseball for a career.
• 11:15 What is it about coaching players that matters to Todd.
• 16:30 Todd talks about how he has coped with ADHD.
• 23:00 Todd discussed what it takes to be a catcher.
• 27:00 What most people do not understand about catching.
• 36:05 Best baseball advice Todd has received.

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Today’s guest conversation is with the Pitching Coach at Kansas State University, Mr. Rudy Darrow. Here’s Episode 47 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation features the Founder & CEO of D-BAT Sports, Mr. Cade Griffis. Here’s Episode 20 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. In this episode, the legendary Coach Gary Ward talks shop with Ross and Jim.

Gary Ward was the head baseball coach at Oklahoma State from 1978 to 1996, compiling a record of 953–313–1. Ward won 16 Big-8 championships at OSU, including 14 in a row from 1982 to 1995. He led his team to 18 40-win seasons, and 12 times his teams finished in the top 10. He led the Cowboys to 10 CWS appearances. He later became the head baseball coach at New Mexico State. During his tenure, he became only the 24th coach in college baseball history to gain 1,000 career wins. Coach Ward was inducted into the College Baseball Hall of Fame in 2008.

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On today’s episode, we put a focus on roles and expectations for the upcoming baseball season. We discuss how players, coaches and parents can ensure they get the most out of their experience on the diamond and at the ballpark. Here’s Episode 36 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation is with a Tampa Bay Rays farmhand. He was their 11th Round Selection in the 2024 MLB Amateur Draft out of The University of Houston, RHP, Mr. Cade Citelli. Here’s Episode 49 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. In this episode:

• 02:30 The purpose of the Baseball Forward movement.
• 06:02 Jim discusses his love for the game of baseball.
• 10:45 Expectations for the Baseball Forward Podcast and website.
• 15:35 Jim talks about the story of the Warren Morris walk off HR for LSU in the '96 CWS.
• 26:10 The purpose of working with the younger generations.
• 31:55 Breaking down the MLB 2024 draft by the numbers.
• 36:30 The realities of playing NCAA D1 baseball.

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. In this episode, the legendary Coach Gary Ward talks shop with Ross and Jim.

Gary Ward was the head baseball coach at Oklahoma State from 1978 to 1996, compiling a record of 953–313–1. Ward won 16 Big-8 championships at OSU, including 14 in a row from 1982 to 1995. He led his team to 18 40-win seasons, and 12 times his teams finished in the top 10. He led the Cowboys to 10 CWS appearances. He later became the head baseball coach at New Mexico State. During his tenure, he became only the 24th coach in college baseball history to gain 1,000 career wins. Coach Ward was inducted into the College Baseball Hall of Fame in 2008.

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Today’s guest conversation is with the South Texas/Louisiana Area Scout for the Arizona Diamondbacks AND the Chief Operating Officer of the Texas Twelve, Mr. Justin Seely. Here’s Episode 52 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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On today’s episode, Ross sits down with his friend, Roberto Gallegos. After a super successful 4-year coaching stint at junior college power Navarro College, Roberto was hired on this fall as an assistant coach for The University of Texas - Arlington. Here’s our conversation with UTA Maverick assistant coach, Roberto Gallegos.

Podcast Highlights:

• 01:30 An introduction to Roberto Gallegos.
• 07:50 The relationships drive his desire to coach.
• 11:30 The uniqueness of UTA baseball.
• 17:05 The differences in players at each level.
• 28:00 Points of emphasis on how to play catch.
• 32:45 How playing baseball changes lives.
• 37:55 Advice to young coaches looking to impact the game.
• 48:45 What he wishes he knew then, what he knows now, about baseball.

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Today’s guest conversation features a former college teammate and one of my best friends, Mr. Jeff Heinrich. Here’s Episode 26 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. In this episode, the legendary Coach Gary Ward talks shop with Ross.

Gary Ward was the head baseball coach at Oklahoma State from 1978 to 1996, compiling a record of 953–313–1. Ward won 16 Big-8 championships at OSU, including 14 in a row from 1982 to 1995. He led his team to 18 40-win seasons, and 12 times his teams finished in the top 10. He led the Cowboys to 10 CWS appearances. He later became the head baseball coach at New Mexico State. During his tenure, he became only the 24th coach in college baseball history to gain 1,000 career wins. Coach Ward was inducted into the College Baseball Hall of Fame in 2008.

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Today’s guest conversation features the Founder, CEO and Design Director of Warstic Sports Inc., Mr. Ben Jenkins. Here’s Episode 34 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation features a former Dodger's teammate and RHP, Kole Strayhorn (Part 2). Here’s Episode 27 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation features the bench coach for the Texas Rangers' AAA affiliate (Round Rock Express) and author of The Hitter's Handbook, Chase Lambin. Here’s Episode 28 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation features certified mental performance, life and recovery coach, Mr. Curtis Pelletier, @Coach_Curtis_Pelletier. Here’s Episode 35 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation features the founder and owner of Five Tool Baseball; Mr. Lynn Vanlandingham. Here’s Episode 17 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. The topic of this episode: Practice Plans

Highlights from this episode

• 03:00 Winning the last game starts with the 1st practice.
• 06:30 Structuring a 2-hour, outdoor practice.
• 09:15 How self-toss fungos develop young players in practice.
• 12:30 Advice for coaches hitting fungos.
• 19:00 Breaking down a 2-hour practice into 3 segments.
• 41:00 Structuring a two-team practice.
• 47:35 A summary of the 3 segments of practice.
• 49:05 The difference between team offense and individual offense.

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On this episode, Ross sits down with Dusty Hart, Head Baseball Coach at Blinn College in Texas. From his reflections of Blinn's 2024 NJCAA National Championship run, to discussing his mentors and love for baseball, here is my conversation with Dusty Hart.

Podcast Highlights:

• 02:30 Coach Hart reflects on the 2024 National Championship.
• 10:05 Coach Hart discusses what recruiting looks like after winning it all.
• 14:05 Coach Hart talks about the current climate of college baseball.
• 20:15 Coach Hart talks about where his love of the game developed.
• 30:30 Coach Hart gives a younger version of himself advice.
• 36:50 Coach Hart defines success as a baseball player.
• 42:00 Coach Hart talks about the emotions of the title run.
• 46:30 A speed round of questions with Coach Hart.

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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches. In this episode, Ross talks with an old teammate and friend, former MiLB RHP Kole Strayhorn.

Episode Highlights:

• 02:15 Ross and Kole catch up.
• 05:40 Kole discusses his love for the game, early in life.
• 09:05 Kole talks about the pressure of being a high round draft pick.
• 15:15 What does Kole wish he would've known then, what he knows now.
• 19:45 Kole talks about failure in baseball.
• 23:30 Kole's message to younger players and how to handle failure.
• 33:00 Kole gives his advice to young pitchers learning the game.
• 47:25 The best baseball advice Kole received.
• 48:25 Kole's speed round of questions.

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Today’s guest conversation features Lead Pastor of Crossroads Grace Community Church in Manteca, CA, Brian Hunt. Here’s Episode 23 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation features the General Manager of VeloU; Dr. Nick Serio. Here’s Episode 18 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation features the assistant coach and recruiting coordinator of Chapman University in Orange, CA; Joe Torres. Here’s Episode 19 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation is with one of the most respected coaches of his generation and, the patriarch of one of the most well known families in baseball, Mr. Tom Holliday. Here’s Episode 38 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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This episode of the Baseball Forward Podcast features one of our chief contributors, Coach Gary Ward: College Baseball Hall of Fame '08. This is Ward’s Wisdom on Episode 29 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation is with the Head Baseball Coach at Rockwall High School in Rockwall, TX, Mr. Barry Rose. Here’s Episode 51 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation features assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for The University of Oklahoma, Mr. Todd Butler. Here’s Episode 33 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation is with Head Baseball Coach for The Baylor University Bears, Mr. Mitch Thompson. Here’s Episode 44 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation features The Baseballogist, L.A. Gamo. Here’s Episode 22 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation features the one and only, CJ Beatty. Here’s Episode 31 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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Today’s guest conversation is with the head baseball coach for the Wichita State University Shockers, Mr. Brian Green. Here’s Episode 40 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.

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On today’s episode, Ross sits down with Garrett Callaghan, recruiting coordinator and assistant baseball coach at UMass Boston (NCAA D3). Coach Callaghan is entering his 2nd season coaching at the collegiate level, fresh off a stellar playing career at both the NCAA Division 3 and 1 levels. His energy and knowledge for the game are obvious, they’re infectious and that’s why he’s coaching at one of the best NCAA Division 3 baseball programs in the country. Here’s our conversation with Garrett Callaghan of UMass Boston.

Podcast Highlights:

• 3:02 Shoutout to Bostyn Burris and the Burris family.
• 4:00 Coach Callaghan talks about transitioning from playing to coaching.
• 9:05 Coach Callaghan talks about the importance of being a good student.
• 13:00 Coach Callaghan talks about what he wishes he knew when he was a player.
• 20:30 The importance of mental preparation to the younger generation.
• 27:05 Something about the NCAA D3 level most players don't understand.
• 36:05 Coach Callaghan talks about recruiting and exposure.

Follow Garrett Callaghan on X @gmancallaghan10 and the UMass Boston baseball team @BeaconsBaseball.

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On today’s episode, Ross sits down with Daniel Costanza, recruiting coordinator and assistant baseball coach at Saint Mary’s College(NCAA D1) in Moraga, CA. A member of one of the best conferences in all of college baseball, the West Coast Conference, The Gaels are pumping out next level dudes, year after year. From what it takes to get his attention on the recruiting trail, to his advice for the up and coming generation of ballplayers, here's our conversation with Daniel Costanza.

Podcast Highlights:

• 2:00 Intro to Saint Mary's
• 4:45 What do Coach Costanza and staff look for in their players during the fall.
• 8:55 The talent of the West Coast Conference, philosophy on their recruiting at Saint Mary's.
• 16:35 Coach Costanza gives advice to a younger version of himself.
• 21:50 What it is they're looking for when recruiting.
• 35:45 How does playing college baseball change your life?
• 40:30 Coach Costanza talks about the impact his parents had on his career.
• 43:45 Coach Costanza gives advice to elevate the next generation.

Follow Daniel Costanza on X @DCostanza2 and Saint Mary's College Baseball @SMC_Baseball. 

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