🔥 Episode Summary:
If you're coaching a catcher, raising one, or simply curious how the best minds in baseball prepare youth athletes for game day leadership—this is your must-listen masterclass. In this episode, Joey Myers of HittingPerformanceLab.com sits down with legendary coach Jerry Weinstein, whose 60+ years of coaching experience span Team USA, the Colorado Rockies, and nearly every level in between. From pitch framing in the age of robo umps to developing confident youth leaders behind the plate, Weinstein shares practical, no-fluff advice that coaches and parents can apply immediately.

🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why the One-Knee Catching Stance Is Here to Stay
Coach Weinstein explains the biomechanics and data behind this now-dominant technique and how it reduces wear and tear while enhancing performance—especially for developing bodies.

How to Build Elite Game Managers at 12U and Below
Learn the simplest way to teach young catchers pitch calling without overwhelming them—or burning them out.

Pitch to Contact: The Strikeout Myth Exposed
Discover how the pros think about strikeouts vs. weak contact, and why a “perfect pitch” isn’t always the smartest choice for youth development.

Framing in the ABS Era: Is It Dead?
Get a nuanced take on how framing is evolving, and why it still matters—even as automation creeps in.

Mental Toughness & Parental Balance
How busy parents can support their catcher's growth—without over-coaching or living through their kid’s results.

Effective Velocity and Game Calling Philosophy
Coach Weinstein and Joey discuss Perry Husband’s revolutionary pitch sequencing model, and how it blends with “eyes over iPad” awareness in real time.

🔗 Additional Resources Mentioned:

✅ Swing Shift Daily Hitting System — Perfect for busy parents looking to improve their child’s swing with 3–5 min daily videos.

✅ The Starting Lineup Store — Coach-approved tools tailored for youth athlete development.

✅ Coach Jerry Weinstein’s Twitter/X — Daily wisdom from one of baseball’s most respected minds.

🚀 Ready to Train Smarter, Not Harder?

Tap into this goldmine of baseball wisdom and walk away with drills, mindsets, and strategies you can use today.

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