Matt and Eric talk about upgrades to our throwing program.

Episode 16: Throwing Program

Matt and Eric discuss the past season and the future through the prism of the Pyramid of Success.

Episode 15: Building a Pyramid

Matt and Eric talk about the 2018 season and look ahead at what’s to come as we prepare for 2019.

Episode 14 2017 Season Recap

Eric talks with the 2018 Central Baseball captains.  Adam Carey SR LHP Pella, IA  Dylan Diveney SR RHP Marshalltown, IA  Garrett Saunders JR SS Bonaparte, IA  Tanner Wood SR P/OF Pella, IA

Captains Interview

Matt and Eric discuss keeping things simple and get in the zone while using the data and tools we have available.

Simplicity

Matt and Eric discuss the ABCA coaches convention in Indianapolis.

ABCA Convention Recap

Matt interviews co-host and Central alum Eric Van Wyngarden.  Central Baseball All-Time Records

Alumni Interview - Eric Van Wyngarden (2003)

Matt and Eric discuss our current fundraiser, upcoming camps and clinics, and the First Pitch Dinner.  Fundraiser Site  First Pitch Dinner Site

Fundraiser and Upcoming Events

Eric and Matt talk about the new technology the Dutch baseball program is using in 2018.  Motus  Rapsodo

New Technology

Eric and Zach Greder talk about baseball and life at Central College.

Player Interview: Zach Greder

The Central Baseball Podcast gives a behind the scenes look at the Central baseball program. It is hosted by Head Coach Matt Schirm and assistant coach Eric Van Wyngarden. The coaches discuss the progress of the program, player development, strategy, events, fundraising, and much more.

Eric and Dutch assistant coach Zach Deutscher discuss hitting approach.

Hitting Approach

Matt and Eric discuss the scrimmage against Grandview College.

Fall Scrimmage vs Grandview College

Matt and Eric talk about the alumni and inter-squad scrimmages and the baseball potluck.

Alumni Game and Fall Scrimmage

Matt and Eric discuss winning close games and how to break out from being a .500 ball club to winning 25 to 30 games per year.  In this episode:  2:02 – Attitude/Mindset  2:46 – Adversity in practice  3:48 – Expectations and going undefeated  6:45 – Killer Instinct  8:44 – Moving beyond .500 and being on the verge of breakout  9:52 – Depth  13:36 – Doing things right, taking the pressure off, and playing without fear  16:07 – Strategic Simplicity, minimizing doubt, and aggressiveness  19:30 – Changes in practice  24:40 – Looking ahead to next season  25:46 –September 16  9:00 – Alumni Game  11:30 – Potluck  2:00 – Intersquad Scrimmage  September 30 @ Grandview

Winning Close Games & Breaking Out

Matt and Eric discuss preparing arms for pitchers going into the baseball season.  In this episode:  1:04 Jaeger Long Toss Program  4:32 Discomfort, tenderness, and pain  8:44 Strength  9:34 Individual Plans  18:02 Transition to the mound

Arm Prep for Pitchers

Matt and Eric explain the Central baseball pyramid of success.  In this episode:  0:31 -Recruiting  9:44 - Team Culture  14:00 - Academics  17:14 - Player Development  21:08 - Excellence  Alum Game & Team Scrimmage - Sat Sept. 16  Scrimmage @ Grandview University - Sat Sept. 30

Central Baseball Pyramid of Success

Matt and Eric Discuss the state of the Central Dutch baseball program and preview the fall season.    In this episode:  1:06 - Program Overview  5:13 - Facilities    8:06 - Training & Strength Programs    10:50 - Uniforms, Hats, Logo - Basketball Floor    12:07 - Program goals    14:18 - Graduated Players    16:23 - Returning Players    21:07 - Incoming Players    23:48 - Fall Season Outlook    26:14 - Upcoming Events (Alum Game/Fall Scrimmage) - Sat. Sept 16    28:54 - Grandview Scrimmage - Sat Sept 30    29:42 - First Pitch Dinner

State of the Program/Fall Preview 2017

Central Baseball Podcast

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