What does it actually take to get noticed by MLB scouts?

In this episode of Elevate 2 Great, Trey Fowler sits down with Brett Campbell, former MLB pitcher turned scout for the New York Mets, to break down what separates players who get recruited… from those who get overlooked.

Brett has seen the game from every angle.
Player. Scout. Coach.

And what he shares in this episode is what most athletes, parents, and coaches get completely wrong about the recruiting process.

This isn’t just about talent.

It’s about:

• How players are evaluated
• What scouts actually pay attention to
• The biggest mistakes athletes make
• And how to position yourself for real opportunities

If you’re serious about playing at the next level, this episode is required listening.

Brett Campbell is also launching Gulf South Academy this fall, a new baseball development academy focused on building complete athletes through elite instruction, development, and mentorship. Learn more at: https://gulfsouthacademy.com

He also continues to lead Power Baseball Gulf South, a travel baseball organization committed to developing players the right way both on and off the field. Follow here: https://www.facebook.com/share/17GcERiQUY/?mibextid=wwXIfr

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Chapters: 
00:00 Intro: Former MLB Player & Mets Scout Brett Campbell
05:42 Lessons From Growing Up With a Coach as a Dad
11:43 Brett’s Recruiting Journey, Injuries & Transfers
20:04 Grinding Through Minor League Baseball
27:47 Transitioning From MLB Player to Coach & Scout
36:40 What MLB Scouts Actually Look For in Players
43:53 Why “Process Over Results” Changes Everything
49:02 The Biggest Problems in Youth Travel Baseball
55:57 What Needs to Change in Youth Sports Today
58:52 How Parents Should Behave at Games
01:02:42 Playing Time, Tough Conversations & Player Development
01:11:16 Final Take: Why Failure Is Not Your Enemy

​​What separates champions from everyone else?

In this episode of Elevate 2 Great, Trey Fowler sits down with Ann-Marie Saccurato, a 3x WBC Lightweight World Champion, Hall of Famer, and elite performance coach, to break down the mindset, discipline, and resilience required to build greatness.

Ann-Marie’s journey is unlike anything you’ve heard.

After a near-fatal car accident at 18 years old, doctors told her she might never walk normally again and would never compete in sports. Months later, she was back training and eventually became a world champion.

But this episode isn’t just about fighting.

It’s about what it really takes to:

 • Overcome adversity
 • Build an unbreakable mindset
 • Develop elite athletes
 • Sustain greatness over time

If you’re an athlete, coach, or sports organization trying to reach the next level, this is a must-listen.

Learn More About Ann-Marie Saccurato
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RYSE Performance: https://www.instagram.com/ryse_performance_

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0:00 Introduction – 3x World Champion Ann-Marie Saccurato
0:56 Early Sports & Leadership Development
4:13 Overcoming Adversity & Finding Purpose
7:15 The Mindset That Builds Elite Athletes
10:20 Life-Changing Car Accident Story
12:47 Doctors Said She’d Never Compete Again
16:33 Recovery, Training & Mental Toughness
18:08 How She Found Boxing
20:36 From Setbacks to World Champion
33:42 Traits of Elite Athletes & Fighters
40:45 Why Athletes Fail (And How to Fix It)
48:36 Advice for Athletes Facing Adversity

What does it take to build a successful combat sports promotion?

In this episode of Elevate 2 Great, Trey Fowler sits down with David Oblas, founder and president of NFC Fighting, one of the top MMA and combat sports promotions in Georgia.

David has spent more than two decades promoting fights across the Southeast. What started as a love for boxing and pay-per-view fight nights eventually turned into a full-scale promotion hosting events across multiple venues and showcasing fighters on their path to organizations like the UFC.

The journey wasn’t easy. David lost money during his first year promoting fights, maxed out credit cards, and even got fired from his restaurant job before committing to fight promotion full-time.

In this conversation, David shares the realities of the fight promotion business, the mindset required to stay in the game for more than 20 years, and the lessons he’s learned building one of Georgia’s top combat sports promotions.

Topics include
• How David Oblas got into fight promotion
• The early struggles of building a fight promotion
• The moment MMA exploded in popularity
• What separates elite fighters from the rest
• Common mistakes that derail fighters' careers

Learn More About NFC Fighting
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Chapters
0:00 Introduction to Elevate to Great
0:54 How David Oblas Got Into Fight Promotion
3:22 Losing Money Early and Going All In
5:12 Why He Never Quit
7:10 Why Passion Matters in Business
8:39 Early Obstacles in the Fight Business
10:20 The Fight That Made MMA Explode
12:08 What Sets Great Fighters Apart
15:14 Mistakes New Fight Promoters Make
17:14 Back Surgeries, Leadership, and Asking for Help
22:24 David’s Best Advice: Never Quit and Work Hard
31:46 The Most Unique Fight He Ever Promoted

What does it take to succeed at the highest level of baseball and stay mentally strong through pressure, failure, and adversity?

In this episode of Elevate 2 Great, Trey Fowler sits down with former MLB outfielder Brandon Guyer to talk about the mindset that separates elite athletes from everyone else.

Brandon played seven seasons in Major League Baseball with the Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Indians, helping Cleveland reach the 2016 World Series. Known for his toughness and competitiveness, he led the league in hit by pitches multiple times and finished his career as MLB’s leader in hit by pitch per plate appearance.

After retiring, Brandon founded Major League Mindset, where he helps athletes and organizations build resilience and develop routines for peak performance. He has served as the Head Mental Strength Coach for the Los Angeles Angels and currently works with the Virginia Cavaliers baseball.

In this conversation, Brandon shares lessons from his MLB career and explains how athletes can build confidence, handle pressure, and perform at the highest level.

Elevate 2 Great is powered by Factory // 11, helping athletes, teams, and sports organizations grow their brand through strategic branding, websites, video, and digital marketing.

Learn more about Brandon: https://www.brandonguyer.com

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Chapters
0:00 Introduction to the Major League Mindset
1:45 Brandon Guyer’s Journey to the MLB
4:30 Hitting a Home Run in His First MLB At-Bat
7:15 What It Takes to Succeed at the Major League Level
10:40 Handling Pressure and Failure in Professional Sports
14:05 The Mental Toughness Elite Athletes Develop
18:10 The Reality of Adversity in Baseball
22:30 Why Routines Matter for Peak Performance
26:45 Lessons from the 2016 World Series Run
31:20 Transitioning from MLB Player to Mental Strength Coach
35:00 Building the Major League Mindset System
39:10 How Athletes Can Develop Confidence and Resilience
43:20 Advice for Young Athletes Chasing the Next Level
46:00 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways

Welcome to Elevate 2 Great, the podcast for athletes, sports organizations, and sports business leaders who want to grow their brand, increase exposure, and unlock new opportunities.

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