In this episode, we sit down with Jayden Melendez, captain and starting catcher for Pitt University’s baseball team.

Born and raised in Miami, Jayden’s path to college baseball was paved by a strong family legacy. His father, a former head coach at FIU, and his brother, MJ Melendez, a current MLB player for the Kansas City Royals.

Jayden opens up about the discipline, time management, and mindset required to thrive as a Division 1 athlete. From his transfer from FIU to Pitt, to his standout summer in the Cape Cod League, Jayden shares how faith, family, and mentorship continue to guide his journey both on and off the field.

🎙️ Topics covered:

• Life as a D1 student-athlete

• Transferring schools and adapting to new challenges

• The impact of family legacy in sports

• Balancing academics, athletics, and personal growth

• Lessons learned from the Cape Cod League

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