On this episode we have a current player joining us on the podcast! Ben Heller, who has had an amazing journey from starting back as a high school pitcher not getting recruited. He then signed on to play at Olivet Nazarene a small NAIA college, got drafted by the Indians in the 22nd round, and ended up making it to the MLB. Ben has had some tough luck with injuries the last few seasons. In this episode, he talks about having to deal with those injuries from a mental and physical standpoint. We also talk about how Ben uses meditation to stay in the moment, why being too coachable isn't a good thing and advice to young players. 
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NAIA to the Big Leagues with Ben Heller

Patrick Jones is a former hitting coach in the Baltimore Orioles organization. Now he works with hitters in the private sector and helps high school baseball players get recruited to play in college. This baseball podcast is designed around player development and college recruiting. Each week, he brings on a new guest to discuss everything from hitting and pitching mechanics to the mental game, practice design, drills, and college recruiting.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this podcast episode, Patrick Jones continues his conversation with hitting coach Mike Brumley, delving deeper into baseball hitting mechanics. Brumley advocates for a focus on ribcage loading. He also discusses the misconceptions around hip hinges and loading the back hip, emphasizing the importance of non-verbal cues and the use of specialized training tools to improve hitting skills. Brumley shares insights from his experience coaching professional players.


TIMESTAMPS:
[03:53] Hip Hinge and Leverage
[10:04] Exit Velocity and Launch Angle
[16:58] Identifying Hitting Flaws
[19:15] Approach and Plan
[21:35] Preparation Routines
[28:34] Developing Hitting Skills
[36:50] Analogies for Hitting
[39:15] Benefits of Training Tools


Mike Brumley Website: https://brumbands.com/ 
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Top MLB Hitters Fly To See Him | Mike Brumley | (Part 2)

In this episode, Patrick Jones interviews Mike Brumley, a seasoned baseball coach with a rich 40-year career. Brumley shares his expertise in coaching hitters at various levels, from high school to the majors. They discuss the emotional aspects of hitting, the transition challenges for high school players, and the mental approach to the game. Brumley introduces a grading system for at-bats and emphasizes strategic game planning. He also offers unconventional insights into hitting mechanics, stressing stability and leverage over hip rotation, and the importance of the thoracic spine. Brumley's perspective challenges traditional coaching methods, advocating adaptability and a progressive mindset.

 TIMESTAMPS:
[02:03] Differences in Working with Players
[10:55] Judging At-Bat Success
[18:18] Game Planning
[23:04] Developing a Hitting Philosophy
[25:53] Understanding Pitcher Tendencies
[32:55] Contrarian Views on Hitting Mechanics
[37:30] Rotation and Separation
[38:30] Understanding Hip Rotation
[40:30] Impact of Body Mechanics

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Top MLB Hitters Fly To See Him | Mike Brumley | (Part 1)

In this podcast episode, Patrick Jones interviews Mike Cunliffe, head coach of the Seattle Speed Track Club, about enhancing athlete speed. Cunliffe emphasizes the role of biomechanics, power-to-weight ratio, and proper recovery in improving performance. He discusses the importance of deadlifts, managing central nervous system fatigue, and specific training for base running in baseball. Cunliffe shares his coaching background, the impact of structural issues on performance, and the significance of cellular optimization for recovery. He offers practical advice for coaches with limited resources, including plyometric exercises and intelligent training management.


Timestamps: 
[03:11]  Max Velocity Mastery and Unlocking Athletic Potential in Baseball
[15:34] Strategies for Endurance and Sprint Performance
[17:12] Cutting-Edge Recovery Techniques
[20:14] In-Season Training
[27:48] Power-to-Weight Ratio
[29:33] Biomechanics and Acceleration
[33:00] Training Schedule and Neural Stress
[37:02] Mike Cunliffe's Background in Track and Field Coaching
[40:29] Biomechanics for Base Running
[44:55] Sprinting Prime and Training Methodologies
[47:20] Biomechanics and Force Application in Running
[50:07] Body Realignment and Injury Management
[54:24] Recovery and Cellular Optimization
[58:07] Weight Room Protocols for High School Coaches
[01:10:20] Plyometric and Speed Training for Baseball Players
[01:14:21] Biomechanics of Sprinting
[01:18:14] Contacting Coach Mike Cunliffe

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How to develop faster baseball & softball players  | Mike Cunliffe

In this podcast episode, Patrick Jones interviews Mike Cunliffe, head coach of the Seattle Speed Track Club, about enhancing athlete speed. Cunliffe emphasizes the role of biomechanics, power-to-weight ratio, and proper recovery in improving performance. He discusses the importance of deadlifts, managing central nervous system fatigue, and specific training for base running in baseball. Cunliffe shares his coaching background, the impact of structural issues on performance, and the significance of cellular optimization for recovery. He offers practical advice for coaches with limited resources, including plyometric exercises and intelligent training management.

 Timestamps:
[03:08]  Max Velocity Mastery and Unlocking Athletic Potential in Baseball
[16:00] Strategies for Endurance and Sprint Performance
[17:38] Cutting-Edge Recovery Techniques
[20:42] In-Season Training
[28:23] Power-to-Weight Ratio
[30:08] Biomechanics and Acceleration
[34:53] Training Schedule and Neural Stress
[46:16] Mike Cunliffe's Background in Track and Field Coaching
[49:43] Biomechanics for Base Running
[54:09] Sprinting Prime and Training Methodologies
[56:33] Biomechanics and Force Application in Running
[59:20] Body Realignment and Injury Management
[01:05:55] Recovery and Cellular Optimization
[01:09:37] Weight Room Protocols for High School Coaches
[01:21:49] Plyometric and Speed Training for Baseball Players
[01:25:51] Biomechanics of Sprinting
[01:29:35] Analyzing Mike Trout's Running Technique
[01:36:48] Contacting Coach Mike Cunliffe

 
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How to develop faster baseball & softball players | Mike Cunliffe

Patrick Jones talks about the transfer portal in this podcast episode. He explains how he aligns topics with the time of year and why he's discussing the transfer portal now. He shares insights based on his experience working with players navigating the transfer process, highlighting common scenarios and misconceptions. He emphasizes the importance of understanding why players want to transfer and the realities they face in finding new opportunities. Patrick delves into the criteria college coaches consider when evaluating transfer candidates, including performance metrics like strikeout-to-walk ratios for pitchers and offensive production for hitters. He also discusses the implications of different types of scholarship offers and the significance of summer collegiate baseball leagues for player exposure and recruitment. Throughout the episode, Patrick offers practical advice and cautions against unrealistic expectations in the transfer process.

 Timestamps:
[01:49] Understanding the Transfer Portal
[09:43] NCAA Rules and Regulations for Division I Baseball
[12:29] Expectations & Statistical Significance in the Transfer Portal
[19:37] Returning to School, Division Choices, and Scholarship Types
[25:55] Summer Collegiate Baseball

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NAIA to the Big Leagues with Ben Heller

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