The SLIDE Podcast - Youth Baseball & Softball Podcast

In this episode, Coaches Allie and Aaron sit down with Mateo “The Baseball Kid” from SoCal, who plays on two different teams. Mateo shares his love and passion for the game, and how he draws inspiration from sports legends like Jackie Robinson, Kobe Bryant, and Mike Trout. The conversation also touches on the Travelball Moms at games and how some coaches are more focused on winning cha...

In this hilarious episode of The Slide podcast, Coach Jenn and Aaron are joined by the one and only Vinny PotsnPans from New York. Vinny shares his love for baseball and talks about how he got started playing the game. He even shows off his impressive collection of signed baseballs and memorabilia, leaving Aaron in awe. In the end, they all agree that baseball is all about having fun and enjoying...

In this episode, Coach Mama and Aaron sit down with Chris Murphy, also known as Coach Murph and iCoachBaseball. Chris shares his childhood experiences and how he developed a love for baseball, which eventually led him to become a coach. He talks about his coaching style and how he connects with kids on their level, making the learning experience more enjoyable for them. The conversation also delve...

In this episode, Coaches Allie, Jenn, and Aaron sit down with superstar catcher Kalani Martinez, an 11-year-old from San Antonio, Texas. Kalani is a human highlight reel for young and older catchers alike, and he shares his passion for playing baseball and his love for the catcher position. Kalani looks up to St. Cardinals legend and future Hall of Famer, Yadier Molina, and talks about how he emul...

In this episode, Jenn and Aaron sit down with 10-year-old Jakob Barnes-Aronica, a baseball player from just outside of LA, California. Jakob shares his love for the game and talks about his current experiences playing baseball. He also expresses his admiration for the pioneers of the game, including Satchel Page, Randy Johnson, and Babe Ruth. Throughout the episode, Jakob discusses his passion for...

In this episode, Aaron and Patrick are joined by Jeremy, the owner of VeloTee, to discuss his innovative product. VeloTee is a unique combination of a batting bag and a batting tee, designed to make practice sessions more efficient and convenient for baseball players. Jeremy shares the story of how he came up with the idea for VeloTee and the process of designing and developing the product. He als...

In this episode, Coach Jenn and Aaron are joined by Julian, a 12-year-old baseball player who understands the importance of both sports and education. Julian shares his passion for baseball and how he works hard to become an amazing player. He also talks about the importance of education and how he balances his time between studying for his next math test and playing baseball. Here are some of the...

In this episode of The Baseball Whisperer, Coach Roger is joined by Jenn, Aaron, and surprise youth co-host Harrison Bland. The conversation includes the importance of having resets for players, and Coach Roger shares his unique method of grabbing a baseball, closing your eyes, and just smelling the leather to help players reset and refocus. Harrison also gets in on the action by asking Coach Roge...

In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Wingreen, the founder of Swish Bats, a custom wood bat company that’s taking the baseball world by storm. Andrew shares his journey of starting the company, from his early days of woodworking to the moment he realized he could turn his passion into a business. Throughout the episode, we dive into the world of custom wood bats and learn about the proce...

In this episode, we are joined by Chad Miller and Heather Keepers, the owners of the Louisville Slugger Hitting Science Center. They share their expertise on proper training for hitters and how they use various technologies to help players improve their performance on the field. We also discuss the current state of youth baseball and offer advice for parents and coaches on how to support their you...

This episode features high school coach, 17co Performance Center co-owner, Rex Graves. Coach Jenn, Bryson, Allie and Aaron talk with Rex about his love for baseball and how that loved inspired his son Mavis Graves (2022 MLB Draft Pk) to pour his heart into the game of baseball and now play for the Philadelphia, Phillies. Coach Graves talked with the crew about his time at Eastside High School, (So...

Mer McFadden joins Aaron, Bryson and Allie on The S.L.I.D.E for what is hopefully the first of many interviews. Mer is a key leader for the growth of Women Baseball players. She brings not only knowledge for Women’s Baseball Leagues but for baseball in general. As a South Carolina bull pen catcher she knows first hand how to handle some of the most difficult pitches to catch. Wicked curve balls an...

  Today’s Episode is a can’t miss. David Klein, creator of Legends. Baseball and Softball camps in California shares valuable information to parents, kids, and coaches alike on how to engage youth baseball and softball athletes of today’s time. Coaches Jenn and Aaron talk on one of their favorite subjects with the man who knows it best. FUN. After all, he is called CAPTAIN FUN. IF you aren’t...

Episode 3 for the season brings you a vetted gift to the sport of baseball. Ian Jenkins, an outstanding. college baseball player and hitting coach shares all about his lifelong experience with baseball. From learning from an analytical dad whose primary job is engineering to recycling and replicating that for hundreds of players nationwide, Ian is advancing the sport of baseball/softball just by d...

Today’s episode brings you the future of elite umpires. We had Kyson back on show solidifying the need for a new generation of umpires with grit and talent. We had a blast interviewing Lathan, “The Kid” umpire. We talked players, parents, coaches and co-workers with Lathan and it was unanimous, kids got talent and knows his stuff. Listen now as we talk to some rule knowing and rule following kid u...

Episode 28: Year End Review; The Slide Into 23 Well during this episode you get to hear Coach Jenn, Coach Aaron, Bryson and new teammate Doug “D-Dog” Crosby talk about the first season of The S.L.I.D.E. Podcast. 27 episodes the included youth players, coaches, major league scouts, professional baseball players and a team owner! During our season review hear the crew chat UNEDITED about their favor...

In today’s episode you’re going to hear from umpires from South Carolina, Texas and California. Kyson “The Kid Umpire” joins us again to let us know how things are going in his world. We also have Vincent “The Dancing Umpire” back from the Savannah Bananas as well as Scott, the owner of BallzNStrikes. We get a chance to hear about what all goes into preparing to umpire a game, the proper mechanics...

In this episode, CEO / Founder of Warstic, Ben Jenkins joins us to talk about the brand Warstic. Hear Ben talk about how the brand has grown over the past 5 years. Also learn about the Warrior Mentality of Warstic and how their signature baseball bat design allows you to take the field ready for battle. Ben talks about how he approaches his own children loves and passions as well shares a few nugg...

During episode 25 we had the opportunity to talk with Stronghold Catching owner / Trainer Chase Andrews. You might know Chase from his YouTube / TikTok / Instagram video’s that take you through the world of catching and how to coach and train the position. This is a great conversation about the catching position and how to learn the role. Chase talks to us about how he got his first opportun...

A BananaBall inspired team, The Funky Monkeys, out of the Charlotte North Carolina area join the show in a fun pact Banana crazy episode. Special guests hop in to surprise the players and talk about what it means to be a Savannah Banana. Guests include Head of Baseball Operations Coach Viro, catcher Dalton Cornett, and outfielder Breland Almadova from the Savannah Bananas. This episode walks you t...

In this electrifying episode featuring Duke Baxter, get ready to be captivated by a journey through the world of coaching, respect, and inspiration. From the onset, you’ll find yourself compelled to charge through obstacles, fueled by Coach Duke’s infectious passion. With a keen focus on instilling respect from an early age, Duke shares invaluable insights for both coaches and young at...

In today’s episode of the Slide Podcast, coach Aaron and Bryson have a late night talk about baseball as we learn more about Bryson, the baseball manager for USC in Columbia. He started in high school playing and looking for schools to go to. That, along with the worries of getting recruited or not, lead to the stress mounting up. Eventually, he realized he was meant to be at USC. Daily life for B...

In this episode, we’re continuing our conversation with Addison, Riley, Julianna, Melody, Casey, and Bella as well as coaches Tanya Meder and David Steinman. We’re getting into athleticism, softball, and how to be the best player you can be. Bella begins by talking about recovery and how important it is. Sleep is so important for recovery, and the team has a nutritionist that helps them with their...

We’re welcoming Addison, Riley, Julianna, Melody, Casey, and Bella, as well as coaches Tanya Medders and David Steinman, in this episode. Today is a must-listen for any baseball and softball players looking to gain more insight into the sports. With several players from different teams on the show, we learn about the girls, the positions they play, and their favorite cereals. Then, coaches Tanya a...

In today’s episode coach Jen and coach Aaron are joined by Ryver Gray, a player on Aaron’s team, along with Dawson Taylor and John Michael Feld, who are college players and friends of Slide podcast team member Bryson Mitchell. Ryver is 7 years old and is one of the winners of our Umpire appreciation contest. He loves to catch and play outfield and thinks baseball is a fun way to exercise. Ryver is...