Swing Hard

By Coach Denny BarrettSports Education How To Baseball

Swing Hard episodes

March 19 SWING HARD EPISODE #246 - SPRING BASEBALL MISSION LEAGUE PREVIEW
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Denny Barrett joined Producer Rob for a podcast discussion about Notre Dame's successful 9-0 start to the baseball season, where they currently rank number one in the state. Denny credited the team's strong performance to unified coaching staff coordination and exceptional defensive play, noting they've made only four errors in nine games compared to fourteen errors in the same number of games last year. The conversation also covered the World Baseball Classic, with Denny expressing appreciation for the tournament while noting the unique contract restrictions that limit player usage. They discussed Notre Dame's upcoming schedule, including games against Harvard Westlake and participation in the National Classic tournament, before concluding with a discussion about the importance of building player confidence through positive feedback rather than focusing on mistakes.

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21 min
March 12 SWING HARD EPISODE #245 - ADAM SARANCIK
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This week Denny is joined by Adam Sarancik. Denny and Adam discuss the benefits and challenges of year around athletic training for young athletes. Adam and Denny also discuss the importance of balancing sports with other aspects of life.

"Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
49 min
March 05 SWING HARD EPISODE #244 - MATT BARKER
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This week Denny talks about addiction and recovery with Matt Barker, a clinical hypnotherapist and licensed drug counselor. Denny shares his own journey and the conversation how addiction affects all walks of life, including athletes and celebrities. It’s an episode you won’t want to miss, Swing Hard!
"Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
44 min
February 26 SWING HARD EPISODE #243 - JULIAN RISHWAIN
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This week on the Swing Hard podcast, Notre Dame hooper, Julian Rishwain discusses his college basketball journey and upcoming podcast "Journey of a Hooper". Julian shares his experiences playing at multiple colleges, overcoming injuries, and maintaining his passion for the game despite challenges.
"Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
43 min
February 19 SWING HARD EPISODE #242 - ADAM SARANCIK
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This week on the Swing Hard Podcast Denny and Adam Sarancik!
For questions on the podcast, email Adam at [email protected]
Adam Sarancik is the author of four Amazon Top 100 Best Selling books, Coaching Champions for Life – The Process of Mentoring the Person, Athlete and Player; Takeaway Quotes for Coaching Champions for Life; A Ground Ball to Shortstop – How and Why Coaches See Their Game Differently Than Anyone Else; and Teacher, Role Model, Mentor: Lessons Learned From a Lifetime in Coaching.
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"Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
51 min
February 12 SWING HARD EPISODE #241 - PETIE MONTERO PART 2
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This week on the Swing Hard Podcast, Denny talks to Los Angeles Dodger Coach and Video Coordinator Petie Montero. Petie and Denny talk about coaching Mookie Betts and working with Reggie Smith. Plus, Petie gives some amazing behind the scenes insight on game 6 and game 7 of the World Series. Swing Hard, in Case you hit it. Part 2 of 2.
"Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
25 min
February 05 SWING HARD EPISODE #240 - PETIE MONTERO
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This week on the Swing Hard Podcast, Denny talks to Los Angeles Dodger Coach and Video Coordinator Petie Montero. Petie and Denny talk about coaching Mookie Betts and working with Reggie Smith. Plus, Petie gives some amazing behind the scenes insight on game 6 and game 7 of the World Series. Swing Hard, in Case you hit it.
"Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
33 min
January 29 SWING HARD EPISODE #239 - PRESEASON WRAP
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This week on the Swing Hard Podcast Denny and Rob recap last weekend’s preseason games. Plus Denny is not just a coach and podcaster but he’s an actor?
And it’s time for the annual alumni game featuring past Notre Dame greats!
"Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
29 min
January 22 SWING HARD EPISODE #238 - JIM WAGNER Part 2
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This week Denny talks to Jim Wagner, owner and operator of the Throw Zone Academy in Santa Clarita. Jim and Denny talk about arm care, velocity and how to train your body and arm for the next level. Swing Hard and throw hard with Denny Barrett.
"Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
34 min
January 15 SWING HARD EPISODE #237 - JIM WAGNER
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This week Denny talks to Jim Wagner, owner and operator of the Throw Zone Academy in Santa Clarita. Jim and Denny talk about arm care, velocity and how to train your body and arm for the next level. Swing Hard and throw hard with Denny Barrett.
"Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
35 min

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It's time to "Swing Hard" with Coach Denny Barrett! Coach Denny has been coaching at the high school and collegiate level for almost thirty years. He has also recruited and coached some of the top…