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YBM brings the experience of top baseball Coaches, Club Directors, Youth Instructors, and Prep Scouting in the Midwest. For the most comprehensive Youth and Prep Baseball talk. We want to become your source for news, commentary, and perspective. Not to mention our live stream of Game 7 Championship games, the GAC game of the week, local community events, and PBR Missouri Showcase events.Subscribe to the Midwest Report and YBMcast Today!

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45:32

Chris Roycroft's Journey to the Majors | Keep...

YBMcast ·

2026/02/09

On this episode of Keep Klimbing, Brett Graves is joined by Chris Roycroft, bullpen pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals, to talk about his journey to the Major Leagues. Chris walks through his path from high school baseball to Aurora College, and the development process that helped him continue to climb levels and earn his opportunity at the highest level of the game. Together, Brett and Chris discuss what growth really looks like for pitchers who may not follow the traditional or expected path

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56:58

Youth Baseball Health Check: Inside the Rawlings...

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2026/02/07

We like to talk baseball, so we decided to do a health check on the state of youth baseball, focusing on the 7U to 14U age groups as we head into another spring and summer season. In this episode, we’re joined by the Rawlings Tigers, sitting down with Aaron Jaworowski, President & Founder, and David Birkby, General Manager, to discuss what development and training actually mean for young players. We dive into realistic expectations across age groups, including conversations around what proper

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49:39

Developing a Winning Culture at the D2 Level w/...

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2026/02/06

On this episode of Baseball 101, host Dave “Diamond Dave” Wiggins sits down with Tim Gurnow, Head Coach of the McKendree University Bearcats Baseball, to unpack what it takes to build and sustain a winning culture at the Division II level of college baseball.Coach Gurnow brings firsthand experience leading the Bearcats — a program in the NCAA Division II Great Lakes Valley Conference — and discusses how the right culture impacts recruiting, year-round training, practice planning, and overall

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58:22

The KC Suburban Effect: Missouri & Kansas Baseball...

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2026/02/05

We have Andy Urban of Prep Baseball joining the show this week along with Staley Head Coach Dionandre Josenberger as we head to Kansas City for a weekend of baseball. We break down players to watch for the upcoming season and get Andy’s take on some of the top teams in the KC area. We also expand the conversation to the Kansas side of the state, highlighting top players and programs that continue to make the KC region one of the strongest baseball hotbeds in the Midwest. On the Missouri side, the

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80:56

From the Big Leagues Back Home: Nate Orf on Player...

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2026/02/04

We have Nate Orf, former Francis Howell standout who played professionally with the Milwaukee Brewers and Oakland Athletics, joining us on the show. After his time in professional baseball, Nate returned to his hometown to work with youth athletes, bringing his baseball journey full circle.Joined by Kevin Moulder of Prep Baseball, we talk with Nate about his path through the game and how those experiences now shape the way he views player development. The development process can be a tricky one, and

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60:49

Building Decision Makers vs. Cue-Dependent Athletes |...

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2026/02/03

Stepping inside The Hitting Zone today is Cody Massey of Buzzin’ Baseball for a conversation centered on one of the biggest challenges in player development: how do we build decision makers instead of athletes who rely on constant coaching cues? Mitch and Cody define what real development looks like and why the basics are often missing at the lower levels of the game. They discuss the dangers of over-coaching, the importance of keeping things simple, and how players can learn to self-adjust instead

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56:10

Count Management & Sequencing | Keep Klimbing | YBMcast

YBMcast ·

2026/02/02

⚾ Stay locked in with Youth Baseball Midwest—your hub for full-spectrum youth baseball insight in the Midwest. Subscribe and hit that dinger (🔔) to never miss a game-state insight.🌐 More YBM:Website: youthbaseballmidwest.comYouTube: Youth Baseball MidwestInstagram: @youthbaseballmidwestTikTok: @YouthBaseballMidwestX: @YBM_castFacebook: Youth Baseball MidwestPresented by our proud partners:Game 7 Baseball: game7baseball.comPrime Sports Midwest: primesportsmw.com🎥 Production Partner:Red Earth

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77:16

Youth Baseball Talk: Recruits Baseball Club |...

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2026/01/31

We like to talk baseball, so we decided to do a health check on the state of youth baseball, focusing on the 7U to 14U age groups as we head into another spring and summer season. With Recruits Baseball Club working closely with athletes in this age range in South County, we dive into what development and training actually mean for young players, including conversations around expectations for a 9U baseball player. We also take on one of the most important — and challenging — topics in youth sports:

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41:47

Coming Home to Lead with Cole Dupont (Lafayette HS) |...

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2026/01/30

On the latest episode of Baseball 101, Cole Dupont, Head Coach at Lafayette High School, joins host Dave “Diamond Dave” Wiggins for a conversation rooted in perspective, pride, and purpose. Growing up in the area and playing baseball at Lafayette alongside his brothers, Coach Dupont always felt a deep connection to the program. Now, he finds himself leading the very team that helped shape him—an opportunity he approaches with gratitude, responsibility, and genuine care for the players continuing

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69:11

How Healthy is Youth Baseball? | Baseball Talk | YBMcast

YBMcast ·

2026/01/29

Youth Baseball Midwest has been working in the youth baseball segment since 2017, and I have been around youth baseball in the metro area since 2004. There have been many changes along the way, and we are going to dive into what has happened over the past twenty-five years within the sport to look at the good, the bad, and assess the overall health of youth baseball. Today we have the Guru himself, Kevin Moulder of Prep Baseball, joining the conversation. We will discuss dad coaching, travel

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68:07

MHSBCA Clinic Recap & YBM Club Player Spotlights |...

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2026/01/28

Today’s show welcomes BB 101 host Dave Wiggins (Head Coach at Principia Christian & Recruits Baseball Director) as we break down the latest MHSBCA Hall of Fame inductees, announced this past weekend at the January clinic.We also take a look at five players featured in the YBM Club Player Spotlights, available now for all YBM Club members. These athletes represent some of the most dynamic talent in Missouri high school baseball, and players we believe can help lead their teams toward district

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64:56

The Business of Youth Baseball: Development or...

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2026/01/27

Stepping inside The Hitting Zone today is Jason Christian, founder of Kilo Gear and former professional baseball player who worked his way through the Midland organization. Jason brings real-world experience and perspective to one of the most important conversations in youth baseball today — the rising cost of playing the game.Mitch and Jason take a hard look at where youth baseball stands:⚾ Is the game becoming pay-to-play?⚾ Are we creating “youth country clubs” instead of opportunity?⚾ How does

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54:24

Building a Pitch Arsenal: Changeups & Variations |...

YBMcast ·

2026/01/26

On today’s Keep Klimbing podcast, Brett Graves talks about building your pitching arsenal based on your strengths and what you do best. Every pitcher is different, and understanding which pitches best fit your abilities is key to long-term development. Brett, as always, Keeps Klimbing by using his own experience to help you understand how to continue working to get yourself better. In this episode, he breaks down the changeup — what the pitch is designed to do, how and when it should be used, and

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50:03

Basic Principles for a Solid Strength & Conditioning...

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2026/01/23

On this episode of Baseball 101, Coach Dave Wiggins welcomes a diverse group of voices to break down what a truly effective strength and conditioning program should look like for baseball players and teams. Joining the discussion are Nathan Yamnitz, Director of Business Development at TrainHeroic and owner of Performance Zone Fitness, along with Nick Moten, right-handed pitcher, Westminster Christian Academy graduate, and current SIUE baseball player. Together, they dive into the importance of

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54:19

Preparing for the Season: Inside the MHSBCA Clinic...

YBMcast ·

2026/01/22

We have Francis Howell HC Tony Perkins here in studio to talk about the upcoming MHSBCA Clinic this weekend in Lake of the Ozarks. We will be discussing who is going to be inducted into the MHSBCA Hall of Fame, along with what it takes to be a good head coach in high school baseball today. Coach Perkins is always having a great conversation with his many years of experience and will share his views with us today. We will also get a look at the teams he is keeping an eye on and what that means for

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73:41

Southwest Missouri Baseball Breakdown: All-State...

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2026/01/21

We have Willard Head Coach Scott McGee joining us today as we turn our attention to Southwest Missouri baseball. We break down All-State players to watch, take a look at potential district shakeups, and discuss how talent across the region could impact conference and postseason races.We also preview the upcoming MHSBCA event taking place this weekend and dive into the broader topic of coaching development across the state of Missouri. From veteran leadership to a new wave of young, up-and-coming

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62:41

Why Legion Baseball Still Matters | The Hitting Zone...

YBMcast ·

2026/01/20

On this episode of The Hitting Zone, Mitch Thomas is joined by Dylan Black, Head Coach of Festus Post 253, and Jeremy Partney, Assistant Head Coach, for a deep dive into American Legion Baseball — what it looks like today, how it has evolved, and why it still plays a critical role in player development. They walk through what a Legion baseball season truly looks like, from tryouts to the final game and postseason, including how travel compares to club baseball and how recruiting exposure fits into

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49:19

Building a Pitch Arsenal: Curve Balls | Keep Klimbing...

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2026/01/19

On today’s Keep Klimbing podcast, Brett Graves talks about building your pitching arsenal based on your strengths and what you do best. Every pitcher is different, and understanding which pitches best fit your abilities is key to long-term development. Brett, as always, Keeps Klimbing by using his own experience to help you understand how to continue working to get yourself better. In this episode, he begins by breaking down the curveball — what the pitch is designed to do, how and when it should be

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51:52

Elevating a Team's Offense at Any Level | Baseball...

YBMcast ·

2026/01/16

On this episode of Baseball 101, the one and only Coach Dave Wiggins steps into the host’s chair. Joining him is the new Head Coach of Troy-Buchanan High School, Joel Krato, as the two dive into what it truly takes to build and sustain an effective offense—no matter the level of play.With Coach Krato’s experience moving from Class 1 at Community R-6 to Class 6 at Troy-Buchanan, and Coach Wiggins’ journey from Class 5 at Webster Groves to Class 2 at Principia, this conversation offers a unique

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45:01

Winning Culture in Illinois — O’Fallon Baseball w/...

YBMcast ·

2026/01/15

Today we have the head coach of O’Fallon Township High School joining the show to talk about Illinois baseball and the incredible tradition in southwest Illinois. The Panthers program has enjoyed sustained success — since 1991 they have posted 18 seasons with 20+ wins, 10 seasons with 30+ wins, and they haven’t had a losing season in over three decades.Now in his second season, Coach Dave Causey looks to continue and build on that success. It won’t be easy, as the Southwestern Conference has proven

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