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BASEBALL COACHES UNPLUGGED

Baseball Coaches Unplugged | If you"re tired of cookie-cutter baseball coaching tips, Baseball Coaches Unplugged is your new dugout. Hosted by Ken Carpenter, a 27-year veteran high school baseball coach, this podcast delivers practical baseball practice plans, college baseball recruiting insights, and proven youth baseball coaching strategies you can use immediately.Every week, Ken interviews championship coaches, college recruiters, and industry experts who share actionable baseball coaching tips

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25:43

Steal These Practice Strategies from One of America’s...

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2025/05/14

Send us a text What does it take to build a high school baseball powerhouse ranked #1 in Arkansas and among the top 25 programs nationally? Coach Leighton Hardin of Conway High School pulls back the curtain on his championship formula. The secret to Conway's "Wampus Cats" success starts with three non-negotiable values: team, toughness, and competitiveness. Coach Hardin demonstrates how following legendary coaches throughout his career prepared him to establish his own winning culture while ...

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43:51

The One Coaching Adjustment That Can Win You a Title

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2025/05/07

Send us a text When the rain washes out a week of games and the state tournament looms on the horizon, how do you keep your pitching staff ready? For Coach Jason Brandt, the answer might surprise you. Coach Brandt of Wapakoneta High School has crafted one of Ohio's most consistent baseball programs through a philosophy that seems counterintuitive at first glance. "The later we get into the season, the less we practice," he reveals, explaining that rest becomes increasingly precious as tourna...

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7:07

The Winner Effect: The Science Behind Clutch Performance

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2025/04/30

Send us a text Winning changes everything—but not in the way most coaches think. Beyond the scoreboard and standings, victory triggers a fascinating biological transformation in the brain that makes future success more likely. Coach Ken Carpenter dives deep into "The Winner Effect," revealing how each hard-fought win releases testosterone and dopamine, rewiring neural pathways to create athletes who thrive under pressure rather than crumble. The science is clear: players who experience meani...

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36:59

How 43% Legion Players From One Program Advance To...

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2025/04/23

Send us a text What happens when American Legion baseball meets small-town Montana culture? Paul Mrazik, Director of the Montana Baseball Coaches Association and Head Coach for Cranbrook Post 24 Legion, takes us into a world where baseball thrives despite vast distances between communities and limited resources. Montana's baseball landscape is evolving rapidly. After being one of just five states without high school baseball, Montana now boasts 35 high school programs in just three years. Ra...

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9:01

The Starting Lineup Dilemma

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2025/04/16

Send us a text Ever wonder why your son isn't in the starting lineup? The truth might surprise you. Baseball isn't just about who can hit the ball farthest or throw the fastest pitch. High school coaches make tough decisions every single day about who plays and who sits – decisions that go far beyond raw talent. From academic performance and classroom behavior to practice effort and being a supportive teammate, the factors that determine playing time are complex and often invisible to ...

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48:21

Revolutionary Approach To Managing Pitchers and Arm Care

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2025/04/09

Send us a text Johnny DeRing, head baseball coach at Buckeye Valley High School(OH), offers a masterclass in building successful high school baseball programs that goes far beyond traditional coaching wisdom. The power of community stands at the heart of Buckeye Valley's baseball success. In this tight-knit, blue-collar community, parents and former players eagerly volunteer their expertise to transform facilities and support the program. When DeRing needed a bullpen built, community members...

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8:35

Why Baseball Planning Is Overrated

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2025/04/02

Send us a text Baseball's beautiful chaos demands more than just careful planning—it requires thorough preparation. In this thought-provoking episode, Coach Ken Carpenter challenges conventional coaching wisdom by explaining why preparation consistently trumps planning when navigating the unpredictable nature of America's pastime. Drawing from his 27 years of coaching experience, Coach Carpenter illuminates the fundamental difference between these approaches. Planning creates rigid roadmaps ...

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34:57

Parker Byrd's Return to College Baseball After Losing...

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2025/03/26

Send us a text Parker Byrd's journey from star high school shortstop to amputee baseball player at East Carolina University defies all conventional expectations. After committing to ECU as a freshman, his life took a devastating turn during a summer boating trip with teammates before his first college season. Caught beneath a boat's propeller, Parker suffered catastrophic injuries requiring 22 surgeries in 56 days and ultimately, the amputation of his right leg below the knee. Most would ass...

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8:30

Adversity: The Best Coach You'll Ever Have

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2025/03/19

Send us a text "Winners rise, losers fall, and which one you become is entirely up to you." These words capture the essence of our deep dive into baseball's most defining moments – not the championship celebrations, but the crushing failures that reveal our true character. When the pressure mounts and nothing goes your way, what happens next defines you as a player, coach, and person. Every baseball player faces adversity – strikeouts with bases loaded, dropped fly balls, lost games that sho...

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38:22

Culture Eats Strategy For Breakfast - Pat Bailey

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2025/03/12

Send us a text Pat Bailey opens up about his remarkable 42-year baseball coaching journey that culminated in two national championships at Oregon State and D3 George Fox University. With a career spanning high school, Division III, and Division I baseball, Bailey offers a treasure trove of wisdom on what truly builds consistent winners. Bailey's approach to recruiting and team-building is refreshingly countercultural. "Culture eats strategy for breakfast," he explains, detailing his three no...

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7:58

Are You Winning the Right Battles in Baseball?

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2025/03/05

Send us a text Step up to the plate and discover how to elevate your baseball coaching strategy by focusing on the small yet significant victories that define success on and off the field. In this captivating episode, Coach Ken Carpenter discusses the essential elements that contribute to winning games—emphasizing the crucial roles that every player, particularly pitchers and catchers, play in creating a winning atmosphere. Many coaches tirelessly work on flashy plays and big swings, forgetti...

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37:06

How to Cultivate a Competitive Edge in Baseball

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2025/02/26

Send us a text Dive into the mind of Head Coach John Dowling, who recently guided McLean High School (VA) to its first state baseball championship. In this episode, Coach Dowling reflects on the thrilling journey of winning, delving into the mental adjustments necessary to maintain focus and manage increased expectations as reigning champions. He highlights the pivotal role assistant coaches play in the development of players, sharing insights on fostering a competitive spirit while nurturing...

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11:29

Should High School Baseball Coaches Cut Players?

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2025/02/19

Send us a text To cut, or not to cut? This age-old question plagues high school baseball coaches every season. On this episode of Baseball Coaches Unplugged, I, Coach Ken Carpenter, peel back the layers of this emotionally charged decision, exploring the pros and cons of roster management. You'll learn about the benefits of inclusivity and how keeping a full team can develop younger players, ensuring they have the time to fine-tune their skills. We also consider the strategic advantages of ha...

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37:20

Against All Odds: A 40-Year-Old's Comeback to Juco...

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2025/02/12

Send us a text What drives a 40-year-old father to return to JUCO baseball after two liver transplants and a battle with cancer? Join me, Coach Ken Carpenter, as I sit down with Aaron Rouselle, who defies all odds and inspires with his incredible journey. Hear how Aaron's passion for baseball fuels his fight against adversity and how his background as a former athlete and CrossFit gym owner has equipped him with the mental and physical resilience needed to chase his dreams. This isn't just a ...

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34:16

What Separates Elite Players From The Rest - Butch...

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2025/02/05

Send us a text Unlock the secrets of elite baseball success with our special guest, the legendary coach Butch Chaffin, who brings an astonishing 38 years of experience, including working with USA Baseball. Gain insights from Butch as he uncovers what sets elite athletes apart from the rest: mental toughness and an insatiable love for competition. Discover how top players thrive by facing formidable opponents and maintaining unwavering confidence, and learn about the significance of nurturing ...

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11:34

How To Overcome Slumps In Baseball

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2025/01/30

Send us a textIn this episode, we explore how baseball players can overcome performance slumps and the essential role that coaches play in this process. Through discussions on maintaining a positive mindset, refining fundamentals, and providing supportive coaching environments, we equip both players and coaches with tools to navigate these challenges.• Understanding slumps and their impact on players • Importance of maintaining a positive mindset • Revisiting fundamentals to reset p...

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38:57

Fresh Perspective From Two Current College Baseball...

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2025/01/22

Send us a textDiscover the secrets behind balancing passion and performance in collegiate baseball as we chat with Ohio Wesleyan University's outfielder Sammy Stoner and Otterbein University's pitcher Luke Walter. These former high school teammates share their compelling journey from the carefree days of youth baseball to the intensely competitive world of college athletics. Listen as Sammy and Luke reminisce about their high school escapades while offering keen insights into adapting to high...

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45:53

Building Stronger Relationships Between Youth and...

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2025/01/15

Send us a textDiscover the secrets to thriving youth baseball development with our special guest, Scott Anderson, the head baseball coach at Carmel Catholic High School in Illinois. Fresh from the ABCA Clinic in Washington, DC, Scott shares vital insights on prioritizing practice over tournaments and nurturing young pitchers. We explore the need for collaboration between high school and youth coaches to create a unified approach that ensures the growth and success of future players. If you've...

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8:47

How To Add Depth To Your Pitching Staff

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2025/01/08

Send us a textIn this episode, we explore the revolutionary potential of sidearm pitching as a game-changing strategy for baseball coaches. By unleashing the untapped talent of underutilized players through unconventional techniques, we discuss how to enhance team performance and create a unique pitching arsenal. • The critical role of pitching in winning games • Challenges faced by underutilized pitchers • Benefits of adopting sidearm pitching techniques • Strategic advan...

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34:38

Proven Techniques to Maintain Composure and Focus

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2025/01/01

Send us a textDiscover what it takes to coach baseball in a city known for its relentless rain. Join me, Coach Ken Carpenter, and my guest Tim Lee, the head baseball coach at Ingram High School in Seattle, Washington, as we discuss how Seattle's unique weather impacts the game and the adaptations teams have made, like transitioning to turf fields. Tim shares his insights on managing a challenging season, his feature in Inside Pitch Magazine, and how local coaches collaborate to enhance perfor...

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