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A true Texas storyteller, I sat down with Skip Johnson in his office in Norman, OK as he talks baseball, developing young men, hunting, and family. Widely regarded as one of the premier pitching coaches in the country, Skip Johnson has led the Oklahoma baseball program since June 2017. Since taking over the reins after serving one year as the Sooners’ pitching coach, he has led the Sooners to a 85-52 record in three seasons. Johnson’s influence on the program began immediately and has progressed each year. The OU pitching staffs have posted a progressively lower ERA in each of his three seasons in Norman. Oklahoma’s 3.92 team ERA in 2019 was only the seventh team ERA under 4.00 since 1980, and the first since 2015. In his first two seasons, Sooners pitchers posted two of the top five strikeout totals in program history. A total of 14 pitchers have heard their name called in the Major League Baseball Draft over the last four years. In the 2020 season shortened due to COVID-19, the Sooners compiled a 14-4 rec

Eric CrozierOriginally drafted by the Cleveland Indians in June of 2000 out of Norfolk State University, Eric reached Major League Baseball four years later with the Toronto Blue Jays. Eric’s 11 years of professional baseball included stints with New York Yankees, Cincinnati Reds, Boston Red Sox and the Baltimore Orioles. Since retiring in 2011, Eric has been intimately involved with youth and scholastic baseball in Northern Virginia. In 2012 he was named Head Varsity Baseball Coach at the Potomac School in McLean, VA. In 2013 he created C5TBA with a vision to trainand develop the complete baseball athlete. In 2014, Eric started C5T Elite; a travel/showcase baseball organization designed to develop middle school baseball players and help high schoolbaseball players get recruited and signed. The organization started with one 16U team and quickly grew the to seven teams by 2016. In 2017, Eric was named the East Coast Director ofD-BAT Elite Baseball out of Dallas, TX. He merged the C5T Elite brand under the D-BA

I had a chance to sit down live with Coach Goff in Nashville, TN during the American Baseball Coaches Association Annual Conference. Coach Goff is passionate about the game but more importantly leading young men on and off the field. Greg Goff joined Purdue baseball as an assistant coach in July 2017 and was promoted to head coach in June 2019. The 2021 season will be his 16th as a collegiate head coach, including second with the Boilermakers.Previously a head coach at four universities, Goff succeeded his friend and longtime colleague Mark Wasikowski, who returned to the University of Oregon as the Ducks’ new head coach in June 2019.Goff has previously served as the head coach at Campbell University (2008-14), Louisiana Tech University (2015-16) and the University of Alabama (2017) as well as Division II University of Montevallo (2004-07). He also helped lead the Boilermakers to a memorable 38-win season in 2018, punctuated by the program's third NCAA Regional bid in program history. Purdue finished seco

I sit down "live" with Sheets during the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) annual meetings in Nashville TN January 2020 two good old Kentucky Boys talking baseball and life. Sheets is back in the dugout to coach Georgia Gwinnett College after a 4-year stint with ABCA. He's a podcaster, baseball ambassador, life long learner, and proud to call him a friend. Experienced collegiate coach and administrator Jeremy Sheetinger became the second coach in program history for the 2020 season. has been hired to continue the Georgia Gwinnett College baseball program’s proud tradition of success in competition nationally and regionally.Sheetinger_BioGraphicIn his first season, the Grizzlies won 22 consecutive games and finished the campaign ranked No. 3 in the NAIA. Ten players received the Association of Independent Institutions all-conference recognition. Sheetinger collected his first win at GGC with a road triumph against No. 4-ranked Southeastern (Fla.).The team's 22 straight victories to end the seaso

Tyson Blaser, a Rockridge graduate and the 2006 Quad-City Times Male Athlete of the Year, was a catcher in the Yankees farm system from 2011-15 after completing his collegiate career at Iowa.A free-agent signing of the Yankees, Blaser hit .263 over four seasons with the organization. He rose to the AA level on the field as a New York farmhand, but did spend a couple of days in uniform for AAA Scranton-Wilkes Barre early in the 2014 season.In his new role, he will run the International League team’s bullpen on game days. He will also assist with batting practice duties and handle advance scouting reports to prepare members of the pitching staff for outings against upcoming opponents.Thanks to D-BAT for bringing you this episode - for more information visit https://dbat.net/ for a location near you. With almost 100 locations nationwide. To be considered a guest on Behind The Dish or an idea you have for an episode contact john@behindthedishmedia.com

John Piper sits down with Dr. Bhrett McCabe in Nashville, TN during the ABCA (American Baseball Coaches Associaton) annual conference to talk how to get the most out of the "Mindside" of your potential. Whether your an athlete, coach, parent, or business leader this is a must listen. Get out of "Suckville" and off the "Struggle Bus" Bhrett pitche for legendary coach Skit Bertmen and the LSU Tigers and now works with the University of Alabama Athletic Department, PGA Tour Players, is a sought after speaker and host of The Secrets to Winning Podcast https://www.bhrettmccabe.com/secrets-to-winning-podcast/https://www.bhrettmccabe.com/Thanks to D-BAT Sports for supporting our message and reaching one player at a time. For more information check out https://dbat.net/If you have a suggestion for a guest you can email john@behindthedishmedia.com John Piper is available to speak to your group or business team to share some insight into having the right gameplan and mindset before you step up to the plate.

John Piper sits down with ABCA National Coach of the year, Coach Ricky Griffin to talk about the challenges and pursuit of not one not two but 3 State Championships since 2015. An assistant football coach for the Argyle Eagles brings a football mindset to the baseball diamond. A father and son success story both on and off the field. Tune in to learn as a coach, player, or parent what it takes to succeed at a high level. https://dentonrc.com/sports/baseball-argyle-s-griffin-duo-savoring-first-season-coaching-together/article_4d18b18a-4495-5ce0-a4c9-8e803bdb821d.htmlAmerican Baseball Coaches Association names Coach Griffin National Coach of the Year https://dentonrc.com/sports/baseball-top-honors----argyle-s-griffin-named/article_32198725-0185-5d21-9d44-92006bd4f847.htmlThanks to our sponsor D-BAT Sports. The largest indoor training academy for baseball and softball in the United States. Check out www.dbat.net for a location near you. No charge to listen just do us a favor and share the podcast

2017 Texas High School baseball coach of the year John Carter live from the floor of the 48th annaul Texas HS Baseball Coaches associationCoach John Carter is a graduate of Round Rock High School and attended Round Rock schools while growing up. Upon graduation from high school, Coach Carter attended Texas Tech, where he played both football and baseball. After his playing days ended, he remained at Tech as a graduate assistant from 1992 – 1994. He continued his coaching career at Killeen Ellison 1994-1995 coaching football and baseball. He finally returned home and has been at Round Rock since 1995, coaching multiple sports including softball, soccer, football, and baseball.Some of his favorites include; Johnny Bench (pro-athlete), Smokey and the Bandit (movie), Hunting and fishing, playing golf, listening to country music, Mexican food (Rio Grande & La Margarita) and spending time with family.Coach Carter teaches 10th grade World History and is active in campus leadership. Teaching more than just the ga

John Piper sits down with long time catcher turned catching guru Todd Coburn during the 2019 @ABCA Annual Conference in Grapevine TXFor baseball and softball training and equipment check out our sponsor, D-BAT Sports www.dbatsports.com www.dbat.net Over 75 stores in the US and China Instagram - @the_catching_guyTwitter - @TheCatchingGuyFacebook - The Catching GuyCoach Todd’s “Catching Bio:”Former All-Conference Catcher at Butte Junior College.Former catcher & Division II College World Series participant at Cal Poly SLO.Two time draft pick by the Houston Astros.Former professional catcher in the Philadelphia Phillies Organization.Former collegiate catching coach & Strength and Conditioning Coach at Cuesta JC, Cal Poly and the College of Southern Idaho.Former Program Development Coordinator for Velocity Sports Performance.Founder & President of Gamer Baseball & The Catching Guy.Over 25 years experience coaching catchers.Master of Science in Kinesiology (Teaching & Coaching Focus)Author of T

West Texas legendary coach and story teller Coach Halsey joins the show live during his 47th trip to Waco, TX for the Texas High School Coaches Association annual convention. 1999 state champion. 28 years at Andrews H.S. The impact this coach has had on players and coaches may never be matched. We have some fun on this one sharing stories of the West Texas culture and battles on the field.

I sit down with Slade Heathcott in Dallas at the D-BAT headquarters to hear this amazing store. A late blooming dual sport athlete from Texarkana, TX he bypasses LSU to play football and baseball as he is drafted in the first round 29th overall by the Yankees. Listen to this journey and how Slade managed to change his outlook on life, start helping others after he found help battling his own demons. Slade is now retired from professional baseball and working to impact kids lives.

@coachferg Former University of Washington assistant coach and recruiting coordinator Donegal Fergus has agreed to terms to become the associate head coach at UC Santa Barbara, head coach Andrew Checketts announced on Monday, June 25, 2018. Fergus, a former assistant at Seattle University and head coach at Lower Columbia College in Longview, Wash., joins the UCSB staff after spending the past five seasons at the University of Washington."I am excited that Donegal and his family will be joining us," Checketts said. "Donegal has a reputation as a relationship builder and is a proven winner with a pedigree of success. He will bring energy and experience with him and I look forward to working together to get the Gauchos back to the postseason and beyond". Upon Fergus' arrival to Washington following the 2013 season, the Huskies enjoyed one of their most successful stretches in program history. In 2014, Fergus' first season as hitting coach, Washington snapped a 10-year postseason drought after going 41-17 and adv

Coach Whitting shares his message for young players and and the new developments at Houston. 24 years in the coaching profession at only 2 programs. TCU and Houston https://uhcougars.com/index.aspx?path=baseball@toddwhitting Check out our sponsor D-BAT Sports www.dbatsports.com The fastest growing and largest indoor baseball and softball training facility in the nation.

Caught up with John Smoltz on the road in Waco, TX during the Texas HS Coaches association annual meetings. 22 year career coming back from 7 surgeries. 8 time All-Star and 1995 World Series Champion, one of his greatest accomplishments and honors is receiving the Roberto Clemente award in 2005 for his work off the field and in the community. His will to win and never give up is something that is very special. His #29 retired by the Atlanta Braves His journey is told in the book "Starting and Closing: Perseverance, Faith and One More Year" Now making his mark in the broadcast booth and on the Senior PGA tourThanks to our sponsor D-BAT Sports the largest and fastest growing baseball and softball academy in the country. check out www.dbat.net for a location near you or shop online www.dbatsports.com

Kyle Johnston grew up in Flower Mound, TX won a state title with the Flower Mound Jaguars then traveled south to Austin to play 3 years with the Texas Longhorns before being drafted by the Washington Nationals in the 6th round. Check out our sponsor for all your baseball and softball training needs www.dbat.net www.dbatsports.com

Robby Wine grew up in Philadelphia. The son of a Phillies player. He's spent his entire career in the game. A standout player at Oklahoma State with expectations of going to Omaha every season and a 1st round pick with the Houston Astros. After his playing days ended he's coached and now the owner of D-BAT Amarillo Texas teaching young players the great game. If you are in the Amarillo area stop by and say hi and take some swings. D-BAT Amarillo dbatamarillo.comAppreciate our sponsors: dbat.net dbatsports.com For all your baseball and softball gear

From coaching High School baseball and football at the 1A level in deep east Texas to leading the Paris Junior College Dragons. Coach Cox talks candidly of the blood sweat and tears to achieve success. Speaker at the 75th annual American Baseball Coaches AssociationCoach Cox @coachcox19 on Twitter Paris Junior College Baseball - http://www.parisjc.edu/index.php/pjc2/main/baseball-team/Support our sponsors D-BAT Sports and D-BAT Academies www.dbat.net www.dbatsports.com

For the Love of the GameTom House has spent most of his life in the game of baseball. In his baseball career he has been a professional baseball player, a pitching coach, a researcher, and a motivational force for many young pitchers today. Considered by many to be the "Father of Modern Pitching Mechanics," he has dedicated the last 15 years of his life to performing research about all aspects of pitching. The list of people Tom has worked with reads like a "who's who" on the professional baseball mound. Nolan Ryan, Randy Johnson, Mark Prior, Robb Nen, Kevin Brown... the list goes on. He has most recently co-founded The National Pitching Association. Tom has dedicated his post-professional baseball career to continuing research on pitching, and the sharing of that information to parents, coaches and athletes so that all can learn to pitch longer, more effectively, and in better health.

Steve Springer is the baseball version of Rudy. He didn't start in high school, got cut in college and he played in the Big Leagues. His story about NEVER SAY NEVER and following your passion will resonate with players, coaches, and parents. He speaks to groups across the country about having the mindset of "Every day is opening day" This is a must listen and share with your baseball community. Business people can take notes about having the right outlook and not get caught up in the past. More information about Steve at qualityatbats.com Twitter @qualityatbatsInstagram @qualityatbats

Piper sits down with Max Semler with the Toronto Blue Jays and Tom McLamore (New York Mets) New Mexico HS HOF to talk all things scouting, recruiting, and how to get the right kind of attention in the baseball community. Subscribe and share the podcast to your baseball community and share with your players.Check out our sponsors: www.dbat.net / www.dbatsports.com / www.armyof9.com