Coach & Counselor

Episode 4: Performance and Pressure: Matt Pajak on Coaching Today’s Athletes


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In this episode, we sit down with Matt Pajak, co-founder of Loden Sports and Director of Player & Performance Analytics, to unpack the evolving pressures facing today’s coaches and athletes. With experience working alongside USA Baseball and the Cape Cod League, Matt brings deep insight into how performance data is changing the game—from youth development all the way to the MLB Draft.

We dive into:

  • Why the expectation to win is heavier than ever for college coaches

  • How data-driven training is redefining talent development

  • What parents and coaches can do to help young athletes thrive, not burn out

  • The behind-the-scenes trends shaping the future of youth sports

Whether you're a coach, parent, or athlete, this conversation offers real talk on leadership, pressure, and what it really takes to go next-level in today’s game.


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Coach & CounselorBy Tony Gilio