Today on the Clearing The Bases Podcast, we’re joined by one of the most influential voices in youth baseball and coach development—Andrew Bartman of USA Baseball and the electrifying Savannah Bananas!

Coach Bartman shares powerful insight on: Coach education & long-term athlete development, the biggest issues facing youth baseball today, what USA Baseball has done to raise the standard nationwide, the Savannah Bananas and building culture, connection, and trust with players.

This is a must-listen episode for coaches, parents, and anyone who loves the game.

We’re excited to welcome Andy High of Coastal Athletics and author of Baseball Lessons for Life. Coach High shares his powerful perspective on developing athletes through both character and competition. From life lessons learned on the field to building confidence, leadership, and resilience through the game, this episode goes far beyond the box score.

If you’re a coach, parent, or player who believes baseball is one of the greatest teachers in life — this conversation is for you.

Today we’re joined by Zach Lutz — former New York Met and Current Baseball Instructor and Director of Player Development at All-Star Sports Academy. Zach’s journey from small-town standout to the Major Leagues is packed with lessons, resilience, and perspective. Now, he’s pouring that experience into developing young players the right way — through communication, confidence, and a true love for the game. In this episode, we explore his path to the Mets and what shaped him as a player, what parents and coaches need to understand about development, why creating better people leads to better players.
Whether you’re a coach, parent, or player, this one delivers pure insight.

This week we’re joined by Mike Landis, Chief Strategy Officer of the 6 Tool App, to talk about how technology, data, and a modern approach to player development are transforming the way athletes train. Mike shares the story behind the 6 Tool App, how it empowers players and coaches to track their progress, and why building smarter training habits is the key to long-term development.

If you’re looking to bring more clarity, structure, and purpose to your training or coaching, this conversation is a must-listen.

We’re joined by Joe Capobianco, Head Baseball Coach at Penn Hills High School, to talk about building a program centered on hard work, accountability, and player development. Coach Capobianco shares his approach to leading young athletes, creating a culture of commitment, and teaching lessons that extend far beyond the baseball field.

This episode is a great listen for coaches, parents, and players who believe success starts with doing the little things right — every day.

We’re joined by Parker Lynn, Assistant Baseball Coach at Saint Vincent College, to talk about developing players who succeed both on and off the field.

Coach Lynn shares his perspective on building relationships with players, teaching the game the right way, and helping student-athletes grow through accountability, preparation, and purpose.

This conversation is packed with insight for coaches at every level who believe in teaching beyond the box score.

“It’s about more than baseball — it’s about helping young men grow into who they’re meant to be.” – Coach Parker Lynn, Saint Vincent College

This week, I’m honored to welcome Coach Keith Madison — former University of Kentucky Head Baseball Coach, ABCA Hall of Famer, ABCA Lefty Gomez Award winner and author of Coaching With Purpose.

Coach Madison led the Wildcats for 25 seasons, retiring with the third-most wins in SEC history, behind only Ron Polk and Skip Bertman. But his impact extends far beyond the record books. Through Inside Pitch Magazine, SCORE International, and now his book Coaching With Purpose, he continues to guide coaches and players toward something bigger than the game itself.

Coach Madison’s story is about far more than baseball — it’s about why we coach and who we become through the process.

The Clearing The Bases Podcast is back with an incredible conversation with Ron "Boo Boo" Schaeffer, Assistant Baseball Coach at Alvernia University!

Coach Schaeffer dives deep into his journey in baseball, sharing insights on player development, team culture, and the lessons that go beyond the field. Whether you’re a coach, player, or baseball fan, this episode is packed with wisdom you won’t want to miss.

This week we’re honored to welcome legendary coach Joe Barth — “The Hit Doctor” of The Hit Doctor USA. Coach Barth’s impact on the game is immeasurable. With decades of experience and a reputation as one of the most respected hitting instructors in the country, he has trained countless players who went on to succeed at the collegiate and professional levels. In this episode, Coach Barth shares his journey and the origins of The Hit Doctor USA, timeless hitting principles that have stood the test of time, his philosophy on player development and building confidence at the plate and stories and lessons learned from working with elite athletes.

We’re joined by Shawn Chuipek, founder of Muscle Baseball and coach at Notre Dame College Prep, to talk about developing complete players and leaders on and off the field. Shawn dives into his approach to player development, building a winning culture, and why creating strong fundamentals and character matters more than ever in today’s game.