In this episode of Coaches Corner, host Walter Beede sits down with University of Minnesota head coach Ty McDevitt to discuss his journey from player to head coach, the evolving landscape of the Big Ten, and what it takes to build a winning program in today’s college baseball world.

As a Minnesota alum and longtime pitching coach, McDevitt shares what it means to lead his alma mater, following in the footsteps of legendary coach John Anderson. He also dives into the impact of the new Big Ten expansion, adding powerhouses like UCLA, USC, and Oregon, and how it changes the recruiting, competition, and travel dynamics of the conference.

📢 Key Topics:

✅ Taking over a historic program & building a new era for Minnesota Baseball

✅ How Big Ten expansion is reshaping college baseball with West Coast influence

✅ Recruiting challenges & finding the right players in the NIL & transfer portal era

✅ Why velocity isn’t everything—developing pitchers who can actually pitch

✅ What young players & parents need to understand about today’s recruiting process

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⚾ If you're a player, coach, or parent looking for insight into the future of college baseball, this is a must-listen!

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In this episode of Coaches Corner with Walter, we sit down with Kerrick Jackson, head coach of Missouri Baseball, to discuss his vision for rebuilding and redefining the Tigers' program in the highly competitive SEC.

Coach Jackson shares his philosophy on culture-building, the importance of player development, and how Missouri is identifying under-the-radar talent to compete with powerhouse programs. He breaks down the realities of recruiting, the value of baseball IQ over raw tools, and what high school athletes should focus on to prepare for the next level.

📢 Key Topics:

✅ The gritty identity of Missouri Baseball and what it takes to win in the SEC

✅ How Mizzou recruits players and the role of high school coaches in the process

✅ Why fundamentals, repetition, and game awareness matter more than metrics

✅ What parents and players should know about college camps and getting recruited

Missouri Baseball is on a mission to return to Omaha, and Coach Jackson lays out his blueprint for getting there. If you're a player, parent, or coach, this episode is packed with insights into what it takes to play at the highest level.

🔗 Follow along on Baseball Bluebook and stay updated on Missouri’s journey!

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In this special edition of Coach's Corner, we talk with John Savage, head coach of UCLA Baseball, known for developing elite pitchers like Trevor Bauer and Garrett Cole. Coach Savage shares his philosophy on recruiting and developing pitchers, managing the transition from high school to college, and preparing athletes for professional success. He also discusses the upcoming move from the Pac-12 to the Big Ten, changes in college baseball recruiting, and advice for parents of aspiring student-athletes. This conversation is packed with insights into the intricacies of collegiate baseball and what it takes to succeed at the next level.

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