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In this episode, Matthew de la Rosa interviews Collin Radack, a hitting coach and assistant coach at Richmond University. They discuss Collin's journey from high school baseball in Texas to playing professionally with the St. Louis Cardinals, and now coaching at the collegiate level. The conversation covers various topics including recruitment strategies, coaching philosophies, the impact of NIL on college baseball, and advice for aspiring players and their parents. Collin emphasizes the importance of individual player development and the unique experiences offered at Richmond University.

Takeaways

• Collin shares his journey from high school to professional baseball.
• The importance of physical development in high school baseball.
• Every player has a unique skill set that needs to be nurtured.
• Richmond University focuses on individualized player development.
• Recruitment is about finding good baseball players, not just specific skill sets.
• The portal has changed the landscape of college baseball recruitment.
• NIL opportunities are available but vary by player and school.
• Richmond offers a strong academic and athletic experience.
• Players should focus on their own development rather than comparisons.
• Communication with coaches and camps is crucial for recruitment.

Contact Collin:

Email: cradack@richmond.edu

Twitter: @CollinRadack

Chapters

00:00 From High School Dreams to College Baseball
08:33 The Journey Through Professional Baseball
16:43 Coaching Philosophy and Player Development
24:38 Recruiting Strategies in Modern Baseball
27:32 Navigating the Transition from Junior College to D1
29:29 Understanding NIL and Its Impact on College Baseball
31:26 The Unique Experience at the University of Richmond
33:22 Recruiting Strategies and Geographic Reach
35:38 Maximizing Exposure at Camps and Showcases
37:31 Post-Event Strategies for Players
39:38 The Role of Social Media in Recruiting
45:27 Final Thoughts on Player Development and Recruitment

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