Most Valuable Agent with Matt Hannaford

Baseball Parents Ask… I Answer: Honest Advice on Development, Recruiting & the Draft


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Struggling to make sense of travel ball, recruiting, and what actually matters? This episode is your guide. Subscribe for weekly real-talk.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How to evaluate costly academies and private coaching

  • What scouts and college coaches truly care about

  • Why failure, character, and timing matter more than hype

  • When to start showcases, hire an advisor, or stay local

Raising a young athlete in today’s baseball landscape can feel overwhelming—especially when decisions carry high emotional and financial weight. In this post-2025 Draft Q&A episode of The Most Valuable Agent Podcast, Matt answers questions straight from baseball families navigating the real challenges of development, recruiting, and identity in the game.

Whether you're debating if your 11-year-old should join an elite academy, wondering if skipping multi-sport seasons will hurt recruiting, or navigating the buzz around your son’s college commitment or draft potential, this episode offers grounded, honest advice. Matt draws from agent experience, scout conversations, and SEC coach insights to guide you through what really matters: development, timing, and your family’s unique values.

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