Foul Tips and Bat Flips

I take a look at how several summer collegiate league are performing as the calendar turns from June to July. I look at the standings, talk about some interesting points I've noticed around summer ball and discuss the upcoming NBC  World Series. Apologies to Roger Ward, GM? and Head Coach of the Great Bend Bat Cats and Katie Woods, director of the NBC World Series. My recorded files were corr...

Meet recent Big Country Athletic Hall of Fame inductee Jason Marshall. Jason was an all-American member of 2 state championship teams at Abilene Cooper HS, Texas A&M and the Kansas City Royals organization. Jason has also had a decorated career in coaching at both McMurry University and UTSA. Despite his many accolades on the playing field, his greatest accomplishments are those of husband and...

Meet Ryan Beaty, college baseball player and outdoorsman. You'll enjoy Ryan's stories of alligator hunting as well as hearing how baseball has influenced his life. Ryan has experienced some of the highest highs and lowest lows, and he shares how he has handled those situations. Follow Ryan on Instagram - @18_beaty Want to share what drives you? Instagram - behind.the.glove Simple Thought...

Deven Kirtley has battled injuries and position changes during his baseball career. Listen to how his faith, hard work and tenacity have gotten him to the brink of signing a free agent professional contract. A young man with a bright future, Deven openly shares the ups and downs he's faced and how God has guided the journey. Follow Deven on Instagram - Devenkirtley_2 Simple Thoughts of a Simp...

Kyzer Dunbar is one of the best young middle distance runners in the country and a future sports journalist. Out of New Orleans, Kyzer recently completed his freshman year at Texas Tech. He discusses his successes, some funny stories and his motivation to compete. You'll also be encouraged to learn how co-host Kinsey Lawrence was led to introduce herself to Kyzer and begin collaborating with...

Repeat guest Kinsey Lawrence, media director for the Bryan Yard Dogs of the Mid America League, shares what has been going on in her life. Her first year at Texas Tech has taken down a long and winding road. Together, she and I are also announcing a collaboration that we hope will be both exciting and encouraging. We are happy to introduce Behind the Glove! Instagram - behind.the.glove.   /    Kin...

John Berry is a loyal fan of the Abilene Flying Bison. He details his love of sports, especially what makes him one of the most rabid Abilene Flying Bison fans around.  A gentleman I've grown to be able to call a friend, Mr. Berry also discusses what is behind the glove in his life. John's zest for life and passion for sports will shine through during this episode. I hope you appreciate...

In this episode, I compare the experiences at the three different college baseball parks here in Abilene, TX. I also discuss 3 college summer leagues in the state of Texas - Mid America League, Texas Collegiate League and Cowboy Collegiate League.  I wrap up the show by trying to explain the direction I want the show to move in in 2026 and beyond.  To share your story - email me at Terry.mccutchen...

Matt Orr, facility manager of The Long Time, and Howard Carey, OG Texas Playboy Sandlot ballplayer and host of The Sandlot Revolution podcast, discuss the history of Sandlot baseball in Texas. They detail how The Long Time has become a bucolic portal to the past, taking visitors back to simpler times while creating a family friendly environment that is inviting to all. Like me, you are sure to wan...

Chris Storm returns to detail his drive to attend games in at least 50 different college baseball and softball parks throughout his home state of Oklahoma. At the time of the recording, Chris had completed 36 visits but had reached 47 by the time of this episode's debut.  Chris and Terry also discuss plans to attend the Olympic baseball tournament in 2028 as well as some other interesting bas...

Alec Allred is leading the charge into collegiate summer baseball with a clear vision and business model  that is focused on player development and fan-friendly entertainment. In less than a decade since retiring from professional ball, Alec, along with his father and other business partners, has been able to expand the footprint of The Players League from the Carolinas into Tennessee, Cape Cod an...

This is the anniversary edition of the show. I thought that there could be no better guest than the first person I interviewed, Tysaac Noland. Tysaac talks about what life has been like since we originally talked in the late fall of 2024 and how he has handled adversity that life has thrown at him. Enjoy the show.  Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!  X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen beh...

Mark Schuster has over 37 years of management experience at many levels of both affiliated and independent baseball. Mark and I discuss his time with the Durham Bulls one year after the release of the wildly popular Bull Durham movie. We also discuss how his time as general manager of the single A Burlington Indians taught him lessons in every aspect of baseball management that guide him to this d...

Dave, a transplant to North Texas from Spokane, Washington, has infused 2 of his greatest passions, photography and restoring vintage VW Vans, into an exciting business. His story of personal growth and perseverance is sure to motivate you. I think you'll leave this episode with a new bucket list item: finding Dave and the Eternal Sunshine Photobus!  Follow Dave Ainley on social media: Instag...

This is a compilation of interviews with some interesting people I met at the 2026 Frisco Classic, presented by Peak Events. This has become one of the premier college baseball tournaments annually. Guests include on field host Floyd (Insta-@sheisfloyd), Usher Bill Kuhn, snippets from players Dax Whitney (Oregon State) and Landon Williams (Houston), and Oregon State coach Mitch Canham. The episode...

Virgil Brooks, aka The Producer for Break Even Sports and The DHC, shares some of his sports knowledge and experience. I could have talked to Virgil for hours. This was an engaging conversation and it left me wanting to visit more.  Follow Virgil on social media: X - @thelostgumbel Instagram - lostgumbel Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!  X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen behind.the.glo...

Since our discussion of Cisco College Baseball and the 2026 season in the previous episode, Cam Vega has announced his move to the Miami Marlins organization. Cam will serve as catchers coach and assistant hitting coach for the Double-A Pensacola Blue Wahoos.  Follow Cam on Instagram - @official_camvega Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!  X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen behind.the.glov...

Returning guest Cam Vega, sits down to discuss the current Cisco College baseball team's hot start and preview the spring. We discuss JUCO ball throughout Texas as well as a brief discussion of Division I baseball. Listen for teams and  players to look out for as future stars.  Follow Cam on social media: Instagram - official_camvega Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!  X - @tbmccutchen Instagra...

Following a brief hiatus after an illustrious playing and coaching career, Roger Ward decided to bring collegiate summer baseball to his home town of Great Bend, Kansas. Against great odds, and overcoming the negative impact left from a previous failed baseball franchise, Roger has established a team built on hard work, community involvement and blue collar baseball. The Great Bend Bat Cats have b...

Kyle Flax joined his hometown Haysville Aviators as both head coach and general manager in 2024, leading the squad to their 6th National Baseball Congress (NBC) tournament appearance in the team's brief 13 year history. Kyle shares stories from his perspective of team leadership.  Follow the Aviators online: X - @aviatorsbsbll Instagram - @haysvilleaviators www.haysvilleaviators.com Simple Th...

Ed Rivera hosts 3 different online sports shows weekly: The DHC Sports Show, Breakfast Takes, and Break Even Sports as well as The Dad Hat Chronicles podcast. He, along with partner Paul Caputo, founded the Curved Brim Media which is  a baseball themed network of podcasts and other social media presentations focusing of every aspect of the baseball world, specifically the minor league level. Follo...

James is the Director of Broadcasting and radio voice of the Abilene Flying Bison. Only 28 years old, he already has 28 years of experience calling multiple sports. James shares engaging tales and shares the highlights of his experiences that have brought him to this point his broadcast career. You are sure to enjoy our conversation and, like me, long for more as the episode ends.  Follow James on...

In addition to being the mayor of the Dad Hat Chronicles, Donnie Wise is a NY Yankees, Columbia Fireflies and Clemson Tigers fan and sports traveler. You are sure to be entertained by his stories, especially the tales of how he got his hero's autograph and the decision for he and his wife to attend the World Series despite having a newborn at home.  Follow Donnie on Social Media: X & Thre...

In this episode, I got to visit with the on-field host and emcee for the Abilene Flying Bison, Caleb Evans. Caleb is multi-talented and has an engaging personality. Hear his back story and how he ended up finding this role. After listening to Caleb, you will want to visit a game in person simply to see him in action!  Find Caleb on all social media platforms: the_caleb_evans Intro Music:  Sunrise...

Hear some of my favorite, if not best, calls from the high school games I am fortunate enough to call. In my free time, I am the radio (online) voice for the Baird Bears, a Texas 1A school just west of Abilene on Interstate 20. You can catch Bear games live at ftlgradio.com and scroll to the Baird High School link.  FTLGRADIO.COM - https://network1sports.com/station/katxnet12 Facebook - Baird Bear...