In this episode, Ryan Van Dever interviews Gage Walker and Evan Smith, discussing the Mulvane Patriots and Tess's Army. They explore the mission behind Tess's Army, the revival of the Mulvane Patriots, community engagement, youth mini camps, roster building, training philosophies, and key players to watch for the upcoming season. The conversation emphasizes the importance of giving back to the community and keeping the spirit of Tess alive through baseball.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Tess's Army and Its Mission

05:54 The Championship Journey and Team Dynamics

10:32 The Mission Beyond Baseball

14:33 Building the Team for the Future

17:29 The Excitement of Summer Ball Showdown

23:20 Acknowledgments and Community Support

26:15 Introduction to Gage Walker and the Mulvane Patriots

27:40 Mission of the Mulvane Patriots

29:16 The Story Behind the Mulvane Patriots

30:27 New Uniforms and Community Engagement

35:04 Team Improvements and Youth Camps

40:29 Roster Updates and Player Development

43:10 Training vs. Live Competition

47:36 Key Players to Watch

50:44 Coaching Philosophy and Team Standards

52:47 Thoughts on the Savannah Bananas

54:43 Pitching Strategy and Game Management

57:45 Shoutouts and Community Support

01:03:04 HZS Podcast Outro.mp4

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