Behind the Seams Baseball Podcast

Today we're sitting down with Jimmy Buffi, CEO of Reboot Motion. During the episode, Jimmy helps break down motion capture to players and coaches in more understandable terms and talks about how he gathers information to help create a blueprint for success. Topics include: Identifying possible Mechanical disconnects or “leaks” Predicting Injury Risk Organizing work load management Jimmy Buffi...

Today I’m flying solo, answering questions regarding playing summer ball (or not). And if so, how to train properly during the hot summer months in order to maintain athleticism. Topics will include: Pros and Cons Considerations when deciding Finding the right organization/fit   Maintaining athleticism throughout the short season Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and dat...

Today we’re sitting down with Mental Performance Coach Michael Huber. Mike is the founder of “The Freshman Foundation Podcast “, where he prepares and guides athletes and families through the mental side of performance through their athletic career / journey. Today’s topics include: Mental and Emotional Blocks Addressing “The Yips” Sustainable Motivation Mike is a Certified Mental Performance Cons...

Today we answer some big questions on the nutrition side with Performance Nutrition Coach and Sports Dietitian Derek Lipton (MS, RD, CSSD and CSCC).  Topics Include: Eating Strategies for “Hard Gainers” Sleep and Hydration 5 bullet points for a successful performance-based meal plan Derek Lipton is a Registered Dietitian and Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics. He completed his Bachelor...

This week we’re sitting down with Dr. Casey Pierce, MD. He is a long time friend and one of my “go-to guys” when it comes to Tommy John repair. This is a must for athletes as well as parents in order to be better educated with the process. This week we discuss: The various levels of treatment and procedures The back-to-throw timeline for each How to determine which treatment is right for your part...

My guest today is Ethan Newton, Assistant Coach at Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU). He joined (actually re-joined) the Knights last year after having spent over a year here at RPP as the Director of Hitting. Join us as we discuss: Value in assessments and their application in training Movement strategies and hitting mechanics Importance of the middle Prior to RPP, Ethan was an assistant coach...

I am very excited to have Commissioner Chip Allen and Deputy Commissioner Justin Sellers from the Coastal Plain League on the show today. For those of you that may not be familiar with the Coastal Plain League, it is one of the premier summer college baseball leagues in the country. It is located in the southeast covering the states of Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. Every y...

My guest today is Mike Boyle and there is no bigger name in the training world than Mike Boyle. It is a pleasure to sit down and talk shop with one of “the Godfathers” of performance training  as well as one of my own biggest inspirations through the years. Topics include: Bullet points for training young athletes Energy system work for baseball The bilateral / unilateral controversy Mike is one o...

Today's guest is Peter Larson, Pitching Coach for the Twins AAA-Affiliate in St. Paul.  Join us as we discuss a variety of topics, including: Moving up the coaching ranks in pro ball Working with athletes going through rehab Changes in the Twins minor league programs and training Turning data into an actionable game plan, especially during the season Working with the bio-mechanists and big ta...

I’m flying solo today answering some of my listeners frequently asked questions. Today’s topics: The importance of a great In-season training program When and how to start training youth athletes and why it’s important Remote training Ready to take your game to the next level? With our holistic and data-driven approach, experienced coaches, and cutting-edge technology, RPP Baseball takes the guess...

Today we're sitting down with University of San Francisco Head Coach Rob DiToma, whom I’ve known since his days at Farleigh Dickinson University (FDU). On the menu today: Recent changes in the incoming ball player Creating a team culture on day 1 Early specialization and injury This past June, Coach DiToma was named the fifth head coach at the University of San Francisco after spending the pr...

Today's podcast is with Andy Lyon, Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach with the San Francisco Giants. Join us as discuss a variety of topics including maneuvering programming to optimize the ever changing needs of professional baseball players throughout the year. Topics include: Off-season / in-season training needs Differences between training pitchers and position players When and ho...

I would like to welcome our guest today, TJ Hunt. I have known TJ for many years, going back to our days in Sloatsburg, NY and it's a great pleasure to have him in the show. TJ is the Director of Scouting and Operations for PBR in New Jersey.  There is really no one better to discuss the current state of recruiting than showcase operators on the front lines and TJ is one of the best. Before w...

My guest today is David Kopp, pitching coach with powerhouse University of Florida Gators, who play in the SEC and are a consistent top 10, if not top 5 national program. Join us as we discuss: Ways to shrink the learning curve When and how to make adjustments How to work with different learners and athlete frustrations Components of baseline testing on Day 1 Much More... David came to the Gators...

My interview today is with Mike Kanen, Regional Crosschecker with the San Diego Padres. I have known Mike for several years going back to when our facility was in Sloatsburg, NY, where he used to run scouting events for the Indians inviting only a handful of players and their families for closeup meetings and evaluation. I have interviewed many college coaches during the past year and I am very in...

My guest today is Brandon Golden, former collegiate and MiLB Performance Coach, currently with 5 Tool Connection a performance science company.  I met Brandon recently at the Wake Forest Bridge seminar and walked away very impressed with his unique approach.  We will be discussing much of what he takes his athletes through in preparation for a long season of baseball.  Topics include: Different at...

Todays podcast is a must listen for coaches, players and parents alike. Graeme is a strength and conditioning coach as well as a pitching coach consultant and all-around smart guy. He has developed a method for assessing pitchers in order to better individualize training through the use of what he calls a “pitcher’s profile”.  More recently, Graeme served as a Remote Sports Scientist Consultant wi...

Today we’re discussing arm and shoulder pathologies with Dr. Michael Freehill, Assistant Team Orthopedic Surgeon with the Oakland A’s and also currently with Stanford University Dept of Orthopedic Surgery. Topics Include: The current arm epidemic Taking time off from throwing TJ Rehab Procedures Dr. Freehill is a board-certified, double fellowship-trained specialist in orthopedic surgery with a su...

Today's guest is University of Virginia (UVA) pitching coach Drew Dickinson.  Very excited about this podcast, as Drew brings a wealth of knowledge to the table from one of the strongest and most consistent programs in the country. Topics Include: Ideal off-season throwing programs Big mistakes high school pitchers make in prepping for college ball Managing in-game stress The upcoming 2023 se...

My guest today is Corey Muscara, Pitching Coach at Wake Forest University.  Corey has been a long-time friend and always a great conversation. Today's topics include: Creating a winning environment What's non-negotiables for pitchers on day 1 Building out your systems Creating routines Reverse engineering pitcher development I have known Corey for almost as long as RPP Baseball has been...

My guest today is Sam Miller, Founder and CEO of Proteus Motion. For those of you that haven't heard of Proteus, it's the ultimate training machine for rotational athletes like baseball players by measuring their power and acceleration in ways we couldn't do previously.  Sam is a really interesting guy with a fascinating background.  He is graduate of Vanderbilt with a degree in Eco...

My guest today is former professional baseball player and Dr. of Physical of Therapy  Ismael Gallo.  We’re going to discuss how to maximize baseball specific movements through a “problem solving” system of exercises created by Dr. Gallo himself.  This one’s a real eye opener and something that can be done at home without any equipment. The whole podcast is a great discussion on the body as it rela...

My guest today on the podcast is Sean McGrath, who recently joined the University of Iowa baseball program as pitching coach and player development analyst.  I have known Sean for nearly 10 years, and I can say that he is as forward thinking a coach as there is.  He is a student of the game, who is always looking to expand his knowledge and grow as a person and a coach. Prior to Iowa, he was the p...

Today, we're sitting down with Coach Jeremy Sheetinger, head baseball coach at Georgia Gwinnett ("GG").  I met Coach Sheets years ago at a conference, where we were both presenting.  To put it mildly, he is Mr. Positivity which I absolutely love. In a world, where it’s easy to be negative and many are, Coach Sheets always focuses on the positives which is the underlying theme of thi...

Today we’re sitting down with nationally renowned Texas A&M pitching Nate Yeskie. Having joined the Aggies in June 2021, he has long history of coaching at the highest echelons of college baseball. Before Texas A&M, he was with Arizona after coaching for 11 seasons with Oregon State. During his nearly 18-year career, he has chiseled out a reputation as one of the elite pitching coaches in...