The PBSCCS Podcast

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This episode of The PBSCCS Podcast is a group discussion on Tommy John surgery and rehab. This is Part Two of a two-part interview. Speakers: -Ben Chadwick (Boston Red Sox) -John Perry (formerly Texas Rangers) Questions/topics covered in this episode: -Throwing Progressions post-surgery -Time-based vs. Goal-based progression -Pitcher vs. Position Player Tommy John rehab -Affiliate vs. Complex reha...

This episode of The PBSCCS Podcast is a group discussion on Tommy John surgery and rehab. This is Part One of a two-part interview. Speakers: -Ben Chadwick (Boston Red Sox) -John Perry (Texas Rangers) Questions/topics covered in this episode: -Pre-surgery prep -Post-surgery planning -Relationship building -Upper-body and Lower-body progressions Quotes: -"I mean that's what rehab is. Day in, day ou...

This episode of The PBSCCS Podcast is with Hazael Wessin of the Houston Astros organization. Wes is currently a Strength and Conditioning Coach in the Big Leagues with Houston. He is a World Series Champion, has worked at various levels throughout the Minor League system, has worked with Team DR in the World Baseball Classic, and is the first Dominican-born Strength and Conditioning Coach to work...

This episode of The PBSCCS Podcast is with Hazael Wessin of the Houston Astros organization. Wes is currently a Strength and Conditioning Coach in the Big Leagues with Houston. He is a World Series Champion, has worked at various levels throughout the Minor League system, has worked with Team DR in the World Baseball Classic, and is the first Dominican-born Strength and Conditioning Coach to work...

This episode of The PBSCCS Podcast is a group discussion on wearable technology. This is Part Two of a two-part interview. Speakers: -Larry Adegoke (New York Yankees) -Joey Greany (Tampa Bay Rays) Questions/topics covered in this episode: -Tricks of the trade -Making adjustments based on both objective and subjective data -In-depth look at actual Whoop data Quotes: -"For the majority of people you...

This episode of The PBSCCS Podcast is a group discussion on wearable technology. This is Part One of a two-part interview. Speakers: -Larry Adegoke (New York Yankees) -Joey Greany (Tampa Bay Rays) Questions/topics covered in this episode: -Wearables they are currently using -What they like/dislike about wearable technology -Metrics they look for to drive decision-making Quotes: -"I found that the...

Born in Carroll, OH, Cory Cook currently resides in Sarasota, FL. He is in his 10th season working in the Pittsburgh Pirates organization, and is currently in his 4th as the Minor League Strength & Conditioning Coordinator. He spent four seasons overseeing operations at Pirate City (2016-19) after working the 2014 and 2015 campaigns in the same capacity with Low-A West Virginia. He served as a...

John Gentile (MS, RSCC, CSCS) has been working in the Minnesota Twins organization as an MiLB S&C Coach since 2022. Prior to working with the Twins, John has worked as an MiLB S&C Coach for both the Detroit Tigers organization (2010-2013) and Colorado Rockies organization (2020-2021). John has a BS in Exercise Science from Florida Southern College and an MS in Kinesiology from California B...

John Gentile (MS, RSCC, CSCS) has been working in the Minnesota Twins organization as an MiLB S&C Coach since 2022. Prior to working with the Twins, John has worked as an MiLB S&C Coach for both the Detroit Tigers organization (2010-2013) and Colorado Rockies organization (2020-2021). John has a BS in Exercise Science from Florida Southern College and an MS in Kinesiology from California B...

Henry Aleck is in his 2nd season with the Los Angeles Angels organization, recently serving as the Double-A Affiliate Strength & Conditioning Coach with the Rocket City Trash Pandas and previously in the same role with High-A Tri-City. He spent time in the Philadelphia Phillies organization, has worked at the University of Texas as a graduate Strength & Conditioning Coach, and as an intern...

Casey Callison completed his fifth season in the Toronto Blue Jays organization this past year. He spent the 2022 & 2021 seasons with the AA New Hampshire Fisher Cats. In 2020 he was suppose to be with the Low A Lansing Lugnuts, but the season was canceled due to covid. 2019 Casey spent the year with the Vancouver Canadians in Low A Short Season, and in his first year, he was the Florida Coast...

This episode of The PBSCCS Podcast is a group discussion on being a first year strength and conditioning coach in the Major Leagues.  Speakers: -Goldy Simmons (Chicago White Sox organization) -Tanner Miracle (New York Mets organization) Questions/topics covered in this episode: -Journey to your current role and how your previous positions prepared you for it -Advice for others -Discussion on every...

This episode of The PBSCCS Podcast is a group discussion on being a first year strength and conditioning coach in professional baseball. Speakers: -Donny Gress (Boston Red Sox organization) -Nate Kolb (Arizona Diamondbacks organization) Questions/topics covered in this episode: -Journeys into professional baseball -Overall discussion on first year in professional baseball -Situations specific to t...

This episode of The PBSCCS Podcast is a group discussion on the Houston Astros winning the 2022 MLB World Series. This is Part Two of a two-part interview. Speakers: -Hazael Wessin (Major League Strength & Conditioning Coach) -Taylor Rhoades (Major League Strength & Conditioning Coach) Questions/topics covered in this episode: -Navigating the lockout -Playoff run and winning the World Seri...

This episode of The PBSCCS Podcast is a group discussion on the Houston Astros winning the 2022 MLB World Series. This is Part One of a two-part interview. Speakers: -Hazael Wessin (Major League Strength & Conditioning Coach) -Taylor Rhoades (Major League Strength & Conditioning Coach) Questions/topics covered in this episode: -How collaborating with coaches helped achieved the ultimate su...

Derek started his career at the University of San Diego in 2006 as the Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach. During his 4 plus years there he worked with 14 men's and women's varsity sports. He directly oversaw year round training programs for baseball, softball, women's volleyball, men's soccer, swimming & diving, golf, women's tennis, and men's & women's rowing. His first job in b...

Derek started his career at the University of San Diego in 2006 as the Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach. During his 4 plus years there he worked with 14 men's and women's varsity sports. He directly oversaw year round training programs for baseball, softball, women's volleyball, men's soccer, swimming & diving, golf, women's tennis, and men's & women's rowing. His first job in b...

This episode of The PBSCCS Podcast is a group discussion on being siblings working in professional baseball. Speakers: -Joe Hudson (Boston Red Sox organization) -Garrett Hudson (Tampa Bay Rays organization) Questions/topics covered in this episode: -Explain your journey to where you are now (Did one brother influence the other?) -Do you guys talk shop/share ideas about strength and conditioning? -...

This episode of The PBSCCS Podcast is a group discussion on being named a AA Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year. Speakers: -Henry Aleck (Los Angeles Angels organization) -John Gentile (Minnesota Twins organization) -Casey Callison (Toronto Blue Jays organization) Questions/topics covered in this episode: -What did you learn in previous positions that helped you this year? -Advice for othe...

This episode of The PBSCCS Podcast is a group discussion on being named a AAA Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year. Speakers: -Larry Adegoke (New York Yankees organization) -AJ Russell (San Diego Padres organization) Questions/topics covered in this episode: -What did you learn in previous positions that helped you this year? -Advice for others on looking to be successful at a Minor League...

Ben Chadwick has served as a Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Boston Red Sox organization the past 8 years.  He just completed his 2nd season in AAA with the Worcester Red Sox after splitting the previous 6 years between AA Portland, High-A Salem, and Rookie GCL Red Sox. In 2015, he served as the strength and conditioning coach for Leones del Caracas of the Venezuelan Professional Baseball...

Ben Chadwick has served as a Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Boston Red Sox organization the past 8 years.  He just completed his 2nd season in AAA with the Worcester Red Sox after splitting the previous 6 years between AA Portland, High-A Salem, and Rookie GCL Red Sox. In 2015, he served as the strength and conditioning coach for Leones del Caracas of the Venezuelan Professional Baseball...

This episode of The PBSCCS Podcast is a group discussion on having an Assistant S&C Coach at Minor League affiliates. Speakers: -Ben Chadwick (Boston Red Sox organization) -Jordan Fiske (Boston Red Sox organization) Questions/topics covered in this episode: -Working dynamics on a daily basis -Advantages gained from having this new position -The development of a "mentorship" and continuing educ...

Tommy LaBriola is entering his 3rd season with the Toronto Blue Jays, and his 2nd season with the High-A Vancouver Canadians.   Prior to joining the Blue Jays in the Fall of 2019, he was a college baseball player at Salisbury University which is also where he completed a strength and conditioning internship as well as a Graduate Assistantship.   Tommy has also completed internships with the Parisi...