Cross-Functionality

Jim Tarabocchia
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A podcast about coaching intersection, between baseball and softball, male and female, hosted by former college baseball and softball players. Each week, join host Jim Tarabocchia, and former Softball National Champion Cassie Reilly-Boccia discuss hot topics related to coaching, sports, baseball, softball, and getting the most out of athletes - both mentally and physically.

  1. 01/24/2024

    Proper Strength and Conditioning for Athletes with Stephen Portee

    In this week's episode of Cross-Functionality, Jim is joined by strength and conditioning specialist Stephen Portee. Jim and Stephen discuss how strength and conditioning helps an athlete reach their full potential through speed and power movements, the right workout programs, and through the integration of new technology. Plus, the guys break down some misconceptions about speed, how much of a factor genetics play in an athlete reaching their full potential. TO WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THE SHOW, VISIT THE SOFTBALL STRENGTH ACADEMY YOUTUBE PAGE --- https://youtu.be/yWiQiM3WyBw   Episode Notes: 1:00 – Incorporating speed and power movements in strength training 6:00 - Training for speed 8:00 – Using new technology in strength and conditioning for athletes 10:00 – Misconceptions about speed – genetics 16:00 – How speed is different from sport to sport 19:00 – Unlocking the potential of an athlete through strength and conditioning 22:00 – Setting up an athlete for future success   Subscribe and like the show- Apple | Google | Spotify | Amazon Music | Iheart | TuneIn | YouTube Subscribe to the show’s YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com – Softball Strength Academy Email the Show: jimbopodcast21@gmail.com Twitter/Instagram: @Jimtara, @CoachcassieRB   SOFTBALL STRENGTH ACADEMY – empowering female athletes to lead and grow in sport…Led by Alabama Softball Alum Cassie Reilly-Boccia, Softball Strength Academy teaches young athletes to develop into leaders and performers. Visit Softballstrengthacademy.com for more information.   MULTI-MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES – Looking to start a podcast? Email us at jimbopodcast21@gmail.com to learn about more multi-media podcast opportunities.   ADVERTISE WITH US - If your business targets 25-54 year old men and women, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Cross-Functionality…To find out more, reach out via email at jimbopodcast21@gmail.com

    31 min

  2. 01/17/2024

    Redefine the Development of Student-Athletes with Dr. Nick Serio

    In this week's episode of Cross-Functionality, Jim is joined by special guest Dr. Nick Serio. Nick received his doctorate in sport and performance psychology, and has helped countless high school, college, and pro pitchers reach their ceiling for success. In episode 66, Jim and Nick discuss the differences between coaching baseball and softball players, training student-athletes to gain the mental edge, and technology advancements in baseball and softball in recent years. TO WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THE SHOW, VISIT THE SOFTBALL STRENGTH ACADEMY YOUTUBE PAGE --- https://youtu.be/J3ARnx_ZpTA   Episode Notes: 1:00 – Intersecting coaching baseball and softball players 3:00 – Coaching approaches towards preserving health of pitchers 7:00 – Current and future pitching trends 10:00 – Training an athlete mentally 14:00 – Going through a mental assessment with athletes 17:00 – The myth of cookie cutter programs 18:00 – Technology advancements in baseball and softball 22:00 – Nick’s advice for athletes in 2024   Subscribe and like the show- Apple | Google | Spotify | Amazon Music | Iheart | TuneIn | YouTube Subscribe to the show’s YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com – Softball Strength Academy Email the Show: jimbopodcast21@gmail.com Twitter/Instagram: @Jimtara, @CoachcassieRB   Softball Strength Academy – empowering female athletes to lead and grow in sport…Led by Alabama Softball Alum Cassie Reilly-Boccia, Softball Strength Academy teaches young athletes to develop into leaders and performers. Visit Softballstrengthacademy.com for more information.   Multi-Media Opportunities – Looking to start a podcast? Email us at jimbopodcast21@gmail.com to learn about more multi-media podcast opportunities.

    25 min

  3. 01/10/2024

    Dealing with Pain and Injuries with Dr. Brett Poniros

    In this week's episode of Cross-Functionality, Jim is joined by special guest Brett Poniros - Doctor of Rehabilitation and Chiropractic. Jim and Brett dive into causes of injuries, dealing with pain through physical activity, treating nagging pain, and why selecting the right physical therapist could plays the most vital role in injury-recovery and prevention. TO WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THE SHOW, VISIT THE SOFTBALL STRENGTH ACADEMY YOUTUBE PAGE --- https://youtu.be/153By8CKBpo   Episode Notes: 2:00 – Dealing with pain through physical activity 4:00 – Physical red flags athletes shouldn’t ignore 6:00 – Treating nagging pain 10:00 – Recovery methods for nagging injuries 12:00 – Creating a well-rounded warm-up and mobility program 18:00 – Obstacles face when returning to their respective sport 22:00 – Selecting the right Physical Therapist and Chiropractor 26:00 – The why behind strength training 37:00 – Countering Rehabilitation misinformation   Subscribe and like the show- Apple | Google | Spotify | Amazon Music | Iheart | TuneIn | YouTube Subscribe to the show’s YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com – Softball Strength Academy Email the Show: jimbopodcast21@gmail.com Twitter/Instagram: @Jimtara, @CoachcassieRB   Softball Strength Academy – empowering female athletes to lead and grow in sport…Led by Alabama Softball Alum Cassie Reilly-Boccia, Softball Strength Academy teaches young athletes to develop into leaders and performers. Visit Softballstrengthacademy.com for more information.   Multi-Media Opportunities – Looking to start a podcast? Email us at jimbopodcast21@gmail.com to learn about more multi-media podcast opportunities.

    45 min

  4. 01/03/2024

    The Importance of Quality At-Bats

    Jim and Jake are back with a brand-new episode of The Lab - Epstein Hitting Podcast! On episode 149, the guys discuss hitters producing quality at-bats, how coaches can interpret quality at-bats, and the proper way for coaches to put players in position to succeed. Plus, Jake discusses how hitters can stay sharp in the off-season, the joy of creating offensive practice plans, and how players can approach preparing for the 2024 season.  TO WATCH THE SHOW, VISIT AND SUBSCRIBE TO THE LAB – EPSTEIN HITTING PODCAST YOUTUBE PAGE --- ⁠https://youtu.be/YHeuN8L37Tc⁠  SHOW NOTES: 1:00 – Hitters staying sharp in the off-season 2:00 – Jake’s coaching methods 7:00 – Hitting mechanics Jake looks for in hitters when recruiting 12:00 – Creating offensive practice plans 18:00 – How Jake has utilized technology at the Division One level 25:00 – Hitters producing with quality at-bats 29:00 – Different meanings of a quality at-bat 32:00 – Why runs are equal to or greater than hits 36:00 – Putting players in position to be successful 38:00 – Studying for quality at-bats 40:00 – Getting ready for the 2024 season   Subscribe and like the show- Apple | Google | Spotify | TuneIn | Iheart | Stitcher | Pandora | YouTube Subscribe to the show’s YouTube page: ⁠https://www.youtube.com⁠ Email the Show: jimbopodcast21@gmail.com Twitter/Instagram: @Jimtara, @epsteinhitting    Why the Epstein Hitting System?: The Epstein Hitting system was created by 10-year Major League player, Mike Epstein. In addition to leading the 1972 World Series champion A’s in home runs, Mike played for arguably the greatest hitter of all-time, Ted Williams…Using what he learned from his career and from Ted Williams, Mike built a system to identify and fix swing faults. Mike received the only letter of recommendation for hitting instruction Ted Williams ever gave out…After working closely with Mike to learn the craft of teaching hitting, Epstein Hitting is now led by Jake Epstein…Jake has perfected the use of video analysis to create a plan to maximize a player’s swing. In addition to slow-motion video analysis, Jake has built a library of drills that he uses to address the unique needs of individual players. For more information, log on to ⁠www.epsteinhitting.com⁠.   Multi-Media Opportunities – Looking to start a podcast? Email us at ⁠jimbopodcast21@gmail.com⁠ to learn about more multi-media podcast opportunities.

    46 min

  5. 12/27/2023

    Best of Cross-Functionality - Part Two: From an Offensive Prospective

    Subscribe and like the show- Apple | Google | Spotify | Amazon Music | Iheart | TuneIn | YouTube Subscribe to the show’s YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com – Softball Strength Academy Email the Show: jimbopodcast21@gmail.com Twitter/Instagram: @Jimtara, @CoachcassieRB   Softball Strength Academy – empowering female athletes to lead and grow in sport…Led by Alabama Softball Alum Cassie Reilly-Boccia, Softball Strength Academy teaches young athletes to develop into leaders and performers. Visit Softballstrengthacademy.com for more information.   Multi-Media Opportunities – Looking to start a podcast? Email us at jimbopodcast21@gmail.com to learn about more multi-media podcast opportunities.

    12 min

  6. 12/20/2023

    The Best of Cross-Functionality - Part One

    Subscribe and like the show- Apple | Google | Spotify | Amazon Music | Iheart | TuneIn | YouTube Subscribe to the show’s YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com – Softball Strength Academy Email the Show: jimbopodcast21@gmail.com Twitter/Instagram: @Jimtara, @CoachcassieRB   Softball Strength Academy – empowering female athletes to lead and grow in sport…Led by Alabama Softball Alum Cassie Reilly-Boccia, Softball Strength Academy teaches young athletes to develop into leaders and performers. Visit Softballstrengthacademy.com for more information.   Multi-Media Opportunities – Looking to start a podcast? Email us at jimbopodcast21@gmail.com to learn about more multi-media podcast opportunities.

    13 min

  7. 12/20/2023

    Teachable Moments for Athletes

    In episode 53 of Cross-Functionality, Cassie and Jim break down how coaches can relay teachable moments to their athletes for better overall athletic development.   TO WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THE SHOW, VISIT THE SOFTBALL STRENGTH ACADEMY YOUTUBE PAGE --- https://youtu.be/aLR1SKFK41U   Episode Notes: 2:00 - Teachable moments in an unstructured enviroment 4:00 – Clarifying moments 6:00 – Seeking alternatives 12:00 – Providing feedback 14:00 – Gaining the commitment from the athlete 19:00 – Different feedback for different athletes 20:00 – Challenges for coaches   Subscribe and like the show- Apple | Google | Spotify | Amazon Music | Iheart | TuneIn | YouTube Subscribe to the show’s YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com – Softball Strength Academy Email the Show: jimbopodcast21@gmail.com Twitter/Instagram: @Jimtara, @CoachcassieRB   Softball Strength Academy – empowering female athletes to lead and grow in sport…Led by Alabama Softball Alum Cassie Reilly-Boccia, Softball Strength Academy teaches young athletes to develop into leaders and performers. Visit Softballstrengthacademy.com for more information.   Multi-Media Opportunities – Looking to start a podcast? Email us at jimbopodcast21@gmail.com to learn about more multi-media podcast opportunities.

    28 min

  8. 12/06/2023

    The Future of Athletics and Artificial Intelligence

    In this week's episode of Cross-Functionality, Cassie and Jim explore how future artificial intelligence will have an effect on athletes, coaches, and overall athletics within the next 5-10 years. TO WATCH THE FULL VERSION OF THE SHOW, VISIT THE SOFTBALL STRENGTH ACADEMY YOUTUBE PAGE --- https://youtu.be/NQn5LmprbMs

    33 min
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A podcast about coaching intersection, between baseball and softball, male and female, hosted by former college baseball and softball players. Each week, join host Jim Tarabocchia, and former Softball National Champion Cassie Reilly-Boccia discuss hot topics related to coaching, sports, baseball, softball, and getting the most out of athletes - both mentally and physically.

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  • Creator
    Jim Tarabocchia
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    71
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Jim Tarabocchia
  • Show Website
    Cross-Functionality