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ABCA Podcast

American Baseball Coaches Association

The ABCA Podcast runs the gamut of baseball coaching topics, from pitching, to hitting, to the mental game, practice planning, recruiting and more. It"s hosted by Ryan Brownlee, longtime coach and current Assistant Executive Director of the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA). The ABCA is the primary professional organization for baseball coaches, with more than 15,000 members representing all 50 U.S. states and 41 countries. Since 1945, Association membership has broadened to include: NCAA

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00:52:42

Kurt Elbin - Associate Head Coach, Virginia Tech...

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/03/17

Virginia Tech associate head coach and recruiting coordinator Kurt Elbin has built one of the most explosive offenses in college baseball. Now in his seventh season with the Hokies, Elbin has helped shape a lineup that consistently ranks among the nation’s best in key offensive categories. Through 17 games this season, Tech’s hitters have posted a .314 batting average, 151 runs scored, 50 doubles, 21 home runs, and a .971 OPS—numbers that reflect Elbin’s expertise in hitting

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00:52:42

Kurt Elbin - Associate Head Coach, Virginia Tech...

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/03/17

Virginia Tech associate head coach and recruiting coordinator Kurt Elbin has built one of the most explosive offenses in college baseball. Now in his seventh season with the Hokies, Elbin has helped shape a lineup that consistently ranks among the nation’s best in key offensive categories. Through 17 games this season, Tech’s hitters have posted a .314 batting average, 151 runs scored, 50 doubles, 21 home runs, and a .971 OPS—numbers that reflect Elbin’s expertise in hitting

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00:52:12

Jim Gantt - Head Baseball Coach, Catawba College

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/03/10

Jim Gantt entered his 29th season as the head baseball coach at Catawba College this spring. Gantt became the head coach of the Catawba College baseball program in the summer of 1996 and was inducted into the Catawba Sports Hall of Fame in 2015. In 2012, Gantt was named the ABCA Southeast Region Coach of the Year and the North Carolina Amateur Coach of the Year as he guided the team to the NCAA II National Finals where Catawba finished fourth in the nation. Gantt also earned

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00:52:12

Jim Gantt - Head Baseball Coach, Catawba College

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/03/10

With 29 seasons at the helm of Catawba College baseball, Jim Gantt has built one of the premier programs in NCAA Division II. A three-time ABCA Region Coach of the Year and 12-time Conference Coach of the Year, Gantt has led the Catawba Indians to multiple national semifinal appearances, including an impressive 2024 season where his squad earned the program’s first-ever NCAA Regional hosting opportunity and finished the year ranked No. 3 in the country. In this episode, Gantt

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00:40:54

Vince Kolbe - 2024 Pacific Association Assistant...

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/03/03

This week on the ABCA Podcast, we sit down with 2024 ABCA Pacific Association Assistant Coach of the Year Vince Kolbe, who played a key role in Palomar College’s dominant 2024 season. With a 36-11 overall record and a 23-2 mark in conference play, Kolbe’s work developing the catching corps and coaching first base has been instrumental in the Comets’ success. In this episode, Kolbe shares insights into his approach to catcher development, coaching philosophies, and building a

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01:06:47

Bryan Madsen - Manager, 12U Team USA

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/02/24

Fresh off leading Team USA to gold at the WBSC U-12 Baseball World Cup, Bryan Madsen joins the ABCA Podcast to share his journey and insights into coaching young athletes at the highest level. In his first year as 12U National Team Manager, Madsen guided Team USA to an impressive 57-9 run differential, a .357 team batting average, and a dominant 0.86 ERA on the way to the program’s eighth gold medal since 2013. In this episode, we dive into what it takes to develop elite young

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01:06:47

Bryan Madsen - Manager, 12U Team USA

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/02/24

Fresh off leading Team USA to gold at the WBSC U-12 Baseball World Cup, Bryan Madsen joins the ABCA Podcast to share his journey and insights into coaching young athletes at the highest level. In his first year as 12U National Team Manager, Madsen guided Team USA to an impressive 57-9 run differential, a .357 team batting average, and a dominant 0.86 ERA on the way to the program’s eighth gold medal since 2013. In this episode, we dive into what it takes to develop elite young

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01:09:13

Kevin Coe - Academy Director, Cincinnati Reds

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/02/17

This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Kevin Coe, Cincinnati Reds Academy Director of Baseball and Softball. With a career dedicated to player development, Coe has been instrumental in providing opportunities for young athletes to reach the next level. Before joining the Reds in 2022, he played a key role in building the Chicago White Sox ACE program and working with the Pullman Community Center, helping countless players achieve their dreams of playing college

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00:50:20

Peter Flaherty - Baseball America

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/02/11

We continue our discussion on the NCAA Div. I college season preview from yesterday with Baseball America’s Peter Flaherty. As the 2025 season approaches, Flaherty shares his insights on the teams, players, and storylines that will shape the year ahead. Get ready for opening day with this in-depth look at what’s ahead this season! Our sponsor is Core Energy Belt, the trusted choice of professional baseball players in both Japan and the USA. With over 700 professionals, including

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00:50:20

Peter Flaherty - Baseball America

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/02/11

We continue our discussion on the NCAA Div. I college season preview from yesterday with Baseball America’s Peter Flaherty. As the 2025 season approaches, Flaherty shares his insights on the teams, players, and storylines that will shape the year ahead. Get ready for opening day with this in-depth look at what’s ahead this season! Our sponsor is Core Energy Belt, the trusted choice of professional baseball players in both Japan and the USA. With over 700 professionals, including

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00:42:39

Mike Rooney, Kendall Rogers and Aaron Fitt -...

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/02/10

Our college season preview series continues with the powerhouse trio from D1Baseball.com—Kendall Rogers, Aaron Fitt, and Mike Rooney! In this episode, they provide expert analysis, insider insights, and everything you need to know heading into the 2025 season. We also discuss the ever-changing landscape of NCAA Division I baseball. With the NCAA Div. I season right around the corner, there’s no better way to get ready for opening day! Our sponsor is Core Energy Belt, the trusted

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00:57:37

Noah Sharp - The JUCO Ball Blog

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/02/06

We’re keeping our college season preview series rolling withThe JUCO Ball Blog (JBB) founder Noah Sharp, a go-to source for junior college baseball coverage. Since launching The JBB in 2018, Sharp has dedicated himself to shining a spotlight on junior college baseball, both NJCAA and Pacific Association Division, providing in-depth coverage and analysis of the entire JUCO landscape. In this episode, Sharp breaks down the top JUCO teams, standout players, and key storylines for

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00:57:37

Noah Sharp - The JUCO Ball Blog

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/02/06

We’re keeping our college season preview series rolling withThe JUCO Ball Blog (JBB) founder Noah Sharp, a go-to source for junior college baseball coverage. Since launching The JBB in 2018, Sharp has dedicated himself to shining a spotlight on junior college baseball, both NJCAA and Pacific Association Division, providing in-depth coverage and analysis of the entire JUCO landscape. In this episode, Sharp breaks down the top JUCO teams, standout players, and key storylines for

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00:47:10

Robby Gutierrez - NAIA Ball

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/02/05

We’re continuing our college season preview series with NAIA Ball founder Robby Gutierrez, who has been shining a light on NAIA baseball for nearly a decade. Since launching NAIA Ball eight years ago and the NAIA Ball Podcast in 2018, Robby and his team have dedicated themselves to covering the NAIA landscape and growing the game at this level. In this episode, Robby previews the 2025 NAIA baseball season, highlighting top teams, players to watch, and key storylines. He also

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00:34:11

Jim Dixon - D3Baseball.com

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/02/04

We’re continuing our college season preview episodes with one of the most trusted voices in NCAA Division III baseball—Jim Dixon! As the managing editor of D3baseball.com, Jim has been at the forefront of NCAA Div. III coverage for nearly 30 years, delivering news, analysis, and historical insights to fans and coaches alike. In this episode, we dive into the evolution of NCAA Div. III coverage, key teams and storylines for the upcoming season, and how D3baseball.com became a

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00:28:31

Wayne Cavadi - The DII Report Newsletter

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/02/03

To kick off our college baseball season previews, we’re joined by the Wayne Cavadi, author of The DII Report Newsletter. Cavadi has been instrumental in shining a spotlight on the growth of NCAA Div. II athletics. In this episode, we dive into his latest article, DII Baseball 2025 101 – A Crash Course, and discuss what to expect this season. With months of research behind his analysis, Cavadi breaks down the top teams, key storylines, and what makes NCAA Div. II baseball

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01:12:36

Dunn Muramaru - 2025 ABCA Hall of Fame Inductee

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/01/27

Dunn Muramaru’s nearly 50-year coaching career has shaped the landscape of baseball in Hawaii. The 2024 National High School Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame inductee has led the Mid-Pacific Institute Owls for nearly four decades, guiding them to five state titles, 14 Interscholastic League of Honolulu (ILH) championships, and over 600 wins. In this episode, Muramaru reflects on his remarkable career, including his early years at Kalani High School, the development of

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01:12:36

Dunn Muramaru - 2025 ABCA Hall of Fame Inductee

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/01/27

Dunn Muramaru’s nearly 50-year coaching career has shaped the landscape of baseball in Hawaii. The 2024 National High School Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame inductee has led the Mid-Pacific Institute Owls for nearly four decades, guiding them to five state titles, 14 Interscholastic League of Honolulu (ILH) championships, and over 600 wins. In this episode, Muramaru reflects on his remarkable career, including his early years at Kalani High School, the development of

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01:02:37

Tom Meyer - 2025 ABCA Dave Keilitz Ethics in Coaching...

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/01/20

Next up on the ABCA Podcast is our second 2025 recipient of the Dave Keilitz Ethics in Coaching Award, Tom Meyer. Meyer has served as both a teacher and baseball coach for more than 60 years. His coaching career began in 1959 as assistant coach at Northwestern University (Ill.). From 1964-69, Meyer served as the head baseball coach at Northern Illinois University before joining the staff at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. During the summers of 1975 and 1977, Meyer also

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01:02:37

Tom Meyer - 2025 ABCA Dave Keilitz Ethics in Coaching...

ABCA Podcast ·

2025/01/20

Next up on the ABCA Podcast is our second 2025 recipient of the Dave Keilitz Ethics in Coaching Award, Tom Meyer. Meyer has served as both a teacher and baseball coach for more than 60 years. His coaching career began in 1959 as assistant coach at Northwestern University (Ill.). From 1964-69, Meyer served as the head baseball coach at Northern Illinois University before joining the staff at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. During the summers of 1975 and 1977, Meyer also

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