In this episode, Patrick Jones interviews Brett Wallace, the hitting coach for the California Golden Bears. They discuss Wallace's journey from a successful college player to a major league hitter and now a coach. Wallace shares insights on the role of a hitting coach, key techniques for hitters, the evolution of competition in college baseball, and the importance of building a routine and mindset for success. He emphasizes the significance of visualization and confidence in hitting, as well as the challenges and strategies in recruiting young talent.

00:00 Brett Wallace's Journey to Coaching

02:56 Offensive Strategy and Identity

06:00 Hitting Mechanics and Drills

08:59 The Evolution of Pitching

12:07 Routine and Mental Preparation

14:53 Visualization and Learning from Experience

20:00 Mindset and Gratitude in Baseball

21:00 Evolution of Hitting Techniques

24:00 The Cat and Mouse Game of Hitting

26:07 Adjustments During At-Bats

31:51 Recruiting and Developing Young Talent

36:02 Life at Cal and Campus Culture

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