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S1: Ep: 52 | Trevor Oakes: Crafting Success with HRD Bat Co. |
In this conversation, Trevor Oakes, owner and craftsman of HRD Bat Company, shares his journey from making bats as a hobby to establishing a successful business. He discusses the challenges of brand building in the competitive baseball bat industry, the importance of quality materials, and the innovations that set HRD apart. Trevor also highlights partnerships with youth baseball organizations and the significance of educating young players about bat performance. The conversation delves into the science behind bat making, the company's clientele, and future aspirations, including expanding into new markets and product ranges.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to HRD Bat Company
07:01 Challenges in the Baseball Bat Industry
11:09 Innovations in Bat Making
14:01 Partnerships and Youth Engagement
15:54 The Science Behind Bat Making
18:21 Creating the Perfect Bat Pop
21:36 Clientele and Market Reach
23:39 Building Relationships with Players
27:51 Future Aspirations and Player Contracts
29:48 Expanding Product Line and Customization
33:15 Investing in Quality: The Cost of Baseball Bats
36:11 Innovations in Bat Design and Manufacturing
37:04 Engagement with Kansas Collegiate League Baseball
38:30 The Journey of Crafting the First Bat
41:14 Reflections on the Kansas Collegiate League
44:03 The Most Expensive Bat: A Unique Creation
45:49 Involvement in the Home Run Derby
48:59 The Significance of Collaborating with Chick-fil-A
50:36 Taking the Leap: Transitioning to Bat Making
54:35 Closing Thoughts and Future Aspirations
58:04 HZS Podcast Outro.mp4
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By Hot Zone SportsIn this conversation, Trevor Oakes, owner and craftsman of HRD Bat Company, shares his journey from making bats as a hobby to establishing a successful business. He discusses the challenges of brand building in the competitive baseball bat industry, the importance of quality materials, and the innovations that set HRD apart. Trevor also highlights partnerships with youth baseball organizations and the significance of educating young players about bat performance. The conversation delves into the science behind bat making, the company's clientele, and future aspirations, including expanding into new markets and product ranges.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to HRD Bat Company
07:01 Challenges in the Baseball Bat Industry
11:09 Innovations in Bat Making
14:01 Partnerships and Youth Engagement
15:54 The Science Behind Bat Making
18:21 Creating the Perfect Bat Pop
21:36 Clientele and Market Reach
23:39 Building Relationships with Players
27:51 Future Aspirations and Player Contracts
29:48 Expanding Product Line and Customization
33:15 Investing in Quality: The Cost of Baseball Bats
36:11 Innovations in Bat Design and Manufacturing
37:04 Engagement with Kansas Collegiate League Baseball
38:30 The Journey of Crafting the First Bat
41:14 Reflections on the Kansas Collegiate League
44:03 The Most Expensive Bat: A Unique Creation
45:49 Involvement in the Home Run Derby
48:59 The Significance of Collaborating with Chick-fil-A
50:36 Taking the Leap: Transitioning to Bat Making
54:35 Closing Thoughts and Future Aspirations
58:04 HZS Podcast Outro.mp4
Be sure to let us know what you think, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and CLICK THE BELL as we bring you multiple shows a week.
LIKE, SHARE, & SUB
🍎APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hot-zone-sports-presents-the-burn-with-ryan-van-dever/id1754643103
📺YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hotzonesports?si=M1FV0S7KMBFVxcPb
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/4DZmVv7QbkQQd7oJ/?mibextid=qi2Omg
Twitter: https://x.com/Hot_Zone_Sports?t=fFDl2ALF-CYJvcCuEZWw_w&s=09
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hot_zone_sports?_t=8oZDSkU1FYQ&_r=1