In this episode of the Base Path podcast, Dan Guttenplan interviews Pat Vigilio, founder and director of Baseball U CT, about the intricacies of travel baseball. Since 2006, Baseball U CT has developed numerous college-level players through rigorous training, open tryouts, and a focus on producing well-rounded student-athletes. Pat discusses the program's comprehensive approach, including their mental performance academy to help players handle the pressures of the sport and modern challenges like social media. The conversation also touches on the evolving landscape of college baseball recruitment and the impact of the transfer portal.

Topics

00:17 The World of Travel Baseball with Pat Vigilio

01:37 Challenges and Realities of Travel Baseball

02:28 Player Development and Recruitment Strategies

04:23 The Importance of Practice and Mental Toughness

06:39 Balancing Expectations and Realities in Youth Sports

18:40 The Role of Mental Performance in Baseball

26:09 Three Up, Three Down: Baseball Quotes Discussion

34:09 Conclusion and Farewell