TABLETOP SPORTCAST — EPISODE 242
Sitting Down With… Dave Jackson! (Box Seat Baseball)

Runtime: ~1:11:00
Guest: Dave Jackson (Box Seat Baseball community contributor + “How To” video creator)

EPISODE SUMMARY
In this episode, James sits down with Dave Jackson to talk Box Seat Baseball—why it has such a loyal following, what makes the engine feel so “baseball-real,” and how to get rolling whether you’re coming in fresh or leveling up into the deeper Under The Hood experience. Dave shares practical advice for learning the system, what to focus on early, and where new players can find helpful tutorials and community support.

WHAT WE COVER

• Dave’s path into Box Seat Baseball and what hooked him

• Easy Play vs. Under The Hood: what’s different and who each version fits best

• The pitcher/batter interaction and why it creates such strong at-bat tension

• Ballpark + game-day nuance (parks, conditions, and the “little things”)

• Learning curve tips: how to make your first few games smoother and faster

• Season / replay talk: what kinds of projects Box Seat Baseball shines at

• Community resources (forums + YouTube tutorials) to help you learn quicker

LINKS & RESOURCES
Box Seat Baseball site:
http://www.boxseatbaseball.com

Dave Jackson “Under The Hood” How-To videos (YouTube):
Intro (Short): https://youtube.com/shorts/89m-1PXV4Hs?feature=share
Walks & strikeouts: https://youtu.be/I5JECaaSriQ
Balls in play / outs: https://youtu.be/nSfmeReT9i8
Balls in play / hits: https://youtu.be/mWNaX4QDef0

Community discussions worth browsing:
Under The Hood review thread: https://forums.delphiforums.com/tabletopsports/messages/53665/1
Dave’s video links thread: https://forums.delphiforums.com/boxseatbaseball/messages/2056/1

TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS (SUGGESTED)
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0:00 — Cold open / intro
4:08 — Guest intro + why Box Seat Baseball
13:59 — Easy Play vs. Under The Hood (what changes)
37:25 — Pitcher/batter interaction + “at-bat tension”
44:37 — Ballparks + game-day nuance
56:15 — Learning curve tips (how to start strong)
58:38 — Projects, seasons, and replay ideas
1:04:16 — Wrap-up + where to find tutorials/resources
1:09:01 — Outro / next episode tease
1:11:00 — End

CALL TO ACTION
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Hashtags: #TabletopSportCast #TabletopBaseball #SportsSims #BoxSeatBaseball

Guest: Al Wilson (3d6 Gaming)
Topic: FDF Fantasy Draft (Fast Drive Football – Fantasy Draft Expansion)
Format: Pre-recorded interview (no “Around the Table” segment this week)

Draft Day chaos… but on the tabletop. In this episode, I’m joined by Al Wilson of 3d6 Gaming to talk about FDF Fantasy Draft, an expansion that turns Fast Drive Football into a head-to-head (or solo) experience built around a 5-round fantasy draft, where the players you select define your team and strategy cards help shape outcomes.

• The “why” behind creating a Draft-Day-focused expansion and who it’s designed for (competitive play, conventions, game night, and solo options)

• How the 5-round draft works and how picks translate into team identity

• Using strategy cards to influence outcomes and create big Draft Day swing moments

• Solo play: the built-in solitaire opponents concept and replay value

• Practical talk: playtime expectations, learning curve, and what you need to own to use the expansion

• Players: 1–2

• Time: 30–60 minutes

• Age: 14+

• Price: $29.99

• Publish date: December 31, 2025

• Requires: the original PDF version of Fast Drive Football or the FAC Edition

• Fast Drive Football – Fantasy Draft Expansion (The Game Crafter product page)

• 3d6 Gaming (main site)

• 3d6 Gaming — Games page (Fast Drive Football overview + purchase paths)

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• 00:00 — Interview begins / opening exchange

• 02:47 — First major transition point (new topic shift)

• 19:14 — Second major transition point (new topic shift)

• 60:59 — Final transition into closing / wrap-up remarks

• 63:02 — End

• Previous episode shout-out (Intro): Top 10 Underrated Sports Games

• Next episode tease (Wrap-up): Dave Jackson joins you to talk Box Seat Baseball (Episode 242)

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Summary

In this episode of the Tabletop SportCast, James explores the world of underrated sports in tabletop gaming, presenting a countdown of the top 10 games that deserve more attention. From bowling to golf, each game is discussed in terms of its unique appeal and gameplay mechanics, emphasizing the drama and excitement that these sports can bring to the tabletop.

Keywords

tabletop sports, underrated sports games, board games, sports gaming, tabletop gaming, sports simulation, unique sports, game recommendations, tabletop community, sports enthusiasts

Takeaways

Tabletop sports gaming often focuses on the Big Four: baseball, football, basketball, and hockey.

There are many sports that deserve more tabletop representation, such as bowling and horse racing.

Bolarama captures the tension of bowling with its frame-by-frame gameplay.

Decathlon challenges players to manage strengths and weaknesses across multiple events.

Box Lacrosse offers fast-paced action and high-scoring games.

Horse racing provides a narrative-driven experience with dramatic finishes.

Tennis can be engaging on tabletop with the right mechanics to capture momentum.

Legends of Boxing tells the story of fights with a focus on different styles and strategies.

Professional wrestling combines athleticism with storytelling, making it unique in tabletop gaming.

History Maker Golf simulates the excitement of golf tournaments effectively.

Titles

Underrated Sports in Tabletop Gaming

Top 10 Sports Games You Haven't Tried

Sound bites

"Horse racing is pure cinema."

"Boxing is just drama by design."

"Wrestling is about storytelling."

Chapters

00:00 Exploring Underrated Sports in Tabletop Gaming

01:08 Top 10 Underrated Sports Games Countdown

09:32 Bowling: Bolarama and Its Unique Appeal

12:46 Track and Field: The Drama of Decathlon

14:36 Box Lacrosse: Fast-Paced Action with Lacrosse Blast Express

17:24 Horse Racing: The Thrill of Off the Board Horse Racing

19:37 Tennis: Capturing the Pressure with Let's Play Tennis

22:08 Boxing: The Drama of Legends of Boxing

24:23 Professional Wrestling: Storytelling in The Squared Circle

26:52 Stock Car Racing: The Excitement of Red, White, and Blue Racing

29:15 Soccer: The Flow of Soccer Blast

31:28 Golf: The Experience of History Maker Golf

34:13 Wrap-Up and Community Engagement