Born To Baseball

Evan

Calling all youth baseball players! Born To Baseball is a unique Podcast dedicated to the success of youth baseball players, on and off the field. Listen to the experts share valuable lessons, tips and insight to support the new generation of ball players develop their skills and mindset. Designed to inspire, encourage and empower players across the globe to connect with the best and to be their best, in baseball and in life. Hosted by Evan, a youth ball player with big love for the game and a hunger to learn, Born To Baseball supports ball players on the road to achieving their baseball dreams. Hit subscribe and join the Born To Baseball (BTB) Team today!

  1. 04/25/2021

    Lou Colon- Drew University Coach/ Infield Instructor

    Ep. #20: Lou Colon- Drew University Coach/ Infield Instructor Join Evan and Lou Colon, Drew University Coach and Infield Instructor, as Lou provides insight into his baseball journey, college coaching and passion for the game.  Lou shares ways Infielders may take their game to the next level and so much more! What You’ll Learn: 01:20   Lou’s youth baseball story 04:39   His journey to Professional Baseball 09:35   Coaching at the college level  16:09   Tight V and creating efficiency when throwing 17:35   Tips to increasing throwing velocity 24:18   Tips for executing the slow roller play 25:46   Ways an infielder can increase range and cover more ground 27:22   Reading the spin on the ball 27:22   Insight into the College recruitment process 27:22   What makes a Player stand out? 36:09   Lou’s popular infield clinics Thank you for being here with us!  Evan and the Born To Baseball Team are looking forward to celebrating your success and sharing this journey together. If you enjoyed this episode we’d be really grateful if you’d rate the show and leave a review on Apple or wherever you're listening here. This will help other ballplayers find the Born To Baseball Podcast and give us more chances to shout out our listeners!   Now, let’s play ball! Read show notes here. Show Links: Instagram @coachloucolon24 YouTube: Coach Lou Colon Born To Baseball Links: Born To Baseball Website BTB Travel Team & Training Tracker Instagram: @borntobaseball  Facebook Twitter: @bornto_baseball Born To Baseball App (BETA Test) on Apple Born To Baseball App (BETA Test) on Google Play

    41 min
  2. 03/30/2021

    Endy Chavez- Former MLB Player

    Ep. #019: Endy Chavez- Former MLB Player   Join Evan and Endy Chavez, as Endy shares his baseball journey, what influenced him to become an Outfielder, great moments from across his professional playing career and making “The Catch”.  Endy also shares his experiences now as a Coach for the Mets organization as well as key insight, tips and advice for youth ball players dreaming to play professionally one day.   What You’ll Learn: 03:49   What influenced Endy to become an Outfielder 06:29   His journey to Professional Baseball 10:53   His first MLB game experience 15:02   What contributed to success with the 2006 Mets 16:31   On making “The Catch” 23:30   The must-see recreation of “The Catch 2021” 25:24   What contributed to his success as a player 26:49   Endy’s approach at the plate 29:11   Key qualities every young player must have to play at a high level 33:28   Tips for becoming a stronger Outfielder 35:29   Joining the Mets organization as a Coach 38:11   What Endy enjoys most being a Coach and things he’s learned 40:15   Advice to youth baseball players dreaming of playing in the Bigs Thank you for being here with us!  Evan and the Born To Baseball Team are looking forward to celebrating your success and sharing this journey together.   If you enjoyed this episode we’d be really grateful if you’d rate the show and leave a review on Apple or wherever you're listening here. This will help other ballplayers find the Born To Baseball Podcast and give us more chances to shout out our listeners!     Now, let’s play ball! Read show notes here. Show Links: Instagram @endychavezofficial Born To Baseball Links: Born To Baseball Website BTB Travel Team & Training Tracker Instagram: @borntobaseball  Facebook Twitter: @bornto_baseball Born To Baseball App (BETA Test) on Apple Born To Baseball App (BETA Test) on Google Play

    44 min
  3. 02/23/2021

    Anthony Santiago- White Sox Latin Cultural Development Coordinator

    Ep. #018- Anthony Santiago- White Sox Latin Cultural Development Coordinator   Join Evan and Anthony Santiago as Anthony shares his baseball journey from catcher to pitcher to coach. Anthony shares pitching and hitting tips with youth baseball players as well as the value of perseverance, character, and work ethic. What You’ll Learn: 01:11  Anthony’s youth baseball journey 09:36  Being signed by the White Sox 11:34  On having an older brother in the MLB 18:59  Transitioning from Catcher to Pitcher 24:54  His first professional pitching experience  28:54  On becoming a Coach 37:57  His experience as Latin Cultural Development Coordinator with Yoan Moncada and Luis Robert 41:36  Importance of coaches building trust with their players 55:35  Getting on plane early 1:03:46  The grind and trusting the process If you enjoyed this episode we’d be really grateful if you’d rate the show and leave a review on Apple or wherever you're listening here. This will help other ballplayers find the Born To Baseball Podcast and give us more chances to shout out our listeners!     Now, let’s play ball! Read show notes here. Show Links: Anthony's Instagram @santiagosoldiers Born To Baseball Links: Born To Baseball Website BTB Travel Team & Training Tracker Instagram @borntobaseball  Facebook Twitter: @bornto_baseball Born To Baseball App (BETA Test) on Apple Born To Baseball App (BETA Test) on Google Play

    1h 11m
  4. 12/15/2020

    Todd Coburn AKA "The Catching Guy"

    Ep. #017- Todd Coburn AKA "The Catching Guy" Join Evan and Todd Coburn AKA "The Catching Guy" as Todd shares his catching  journey and provides a wealth of knowledge, tips and insight on being the best catcher, and the best ball player, you can be. What You’ll Learn: 01:13   Todd’s journey as a Catcher- from Little League to Pro Ball  02:30   Work ethic and his major transformation  18:37   How he became “The Catching Guy” 24:53   Importance of the Pitcher Catcher relationship  28:18   Todds “Big 3” for Receiving  42:12   “Mitt Magic” 43:01   Characteristics of a great Catcher  45:27   On “Blocking” as the difference maker  50:14   The age catchers should start calling their own game 54:03   Pitching “by the book” and pitching “backwards” 1:07:35  Favorite Foot Quickness Drills 1:12:16  Todd’s “Big Four” for Throwing  1:16:42  Mindset and managing emotions  1:26:15  Training and Clinics for Catchers  Thank you for being here with us!  Evan and the Born To Baseball Team are looking forward to celebrating your success and sharing this journey together.    If you enjoyed this episode we’d be really grateful if you’d rate the show and leave a review on Apple or wherever you're listening here. This will help other ballplayers find the Born To Baseball Podcast and give us more chances to shout out our listeners!     Now, let’s play ball! Read show notes here. Show Links: Website https://thecatchingguy.com/ Facebook https://m.facebook.com/TheCatchingGuy/ Twitter @TheCatchingGuy Instagram @TheCatchingGuy YouTube http://www.youtube.com/c/ToddCoburnTheCatchingGuy Born To Baseball Links: Born To Baseball Website BTB Travel Team & Training Tracker Instagram: @borntobaseball  Facebook Twitter: @bornto_baseball Born To Baseball App (BETA Test) on Apple Born To Baseball App (BETA Test) on Google Play

    1h 30m
  5. 11/01/2020

    Trey Hunt- Independent League Baseball Player and Hitting Instructor

    Ep. #015: Trey Hunt- Independent League Baseball Player and Hitting Instructor Join Evan and Trey Hunt as Trey shares his baseball journey, his experience playing Independent ball, and hitting tips for youth baseball players of all levels. He also shares some of his influences and tips for developing a strong mindset on and off the field. What You’ll Learn: 01:07   Trey's Journey 03:27   Benefits of being a multi-sport athlete 08:20    What contributed to his success transitioning from catcher to outfielder 09:45   Experience playing Indy Ball 12:40   Swinging up vs swinging down 15:13   Loading of the scapula 20:37   Feel versus Real 23:34   Mental cues and having a thought process at the plate 26:43   Hitting tips for youth baseball players 28:17  Tips for developing good footwork 29:39  Developing baseball IQ 32:09   Trey's "So what" philosophy 33:35   Tips on quieting your mind Thank you for being here with us!  Evan and the Born To Baseball Team are looking forward to celebrating your success and sharing this journey together.   If you enjoyed this episode please consider leaving a rating or review on Apple or wherever you're listening here. This will help other ball players find the Born To Baseball Podcast and give us more chances to shout out our listeners!   Now, let’s play ball! Read show notes here. Show Links: Instagram @trigggatreyy15 Born To Baseball Links: Born To Baseball Website BTB Travel Team & Training Tracker Instagram: @borntobaseball  Facebook Twitter: @bornto_baseball Born To Baseball App (BETA Test) on Apple Born To Baseball App (BETA Test) on Google Play

    38 min
  6. 08/26/2020

    Rene Balloveras- Athletic Director Leadership Christian Academy, High School Baseball Academy Tournament of Puerto Rico Director, Coach, Trainer and Advisor

    Ep. # 014: Rene Balloveras- Athletic Director Leadership Christian Academy, Director Baseball Academy Tournament, Coach, Trainer and Advisor Join Evan and Rene Balloveras, Athletic Director of Leadership Christian Academy, Director at High School Baseball Academy Tournament of Puerto Rico, Coach, Trainer and Advisor, as Rene shares his baseball journey in New York and Puerto Rico, highlights the Leadership Christian Academy Baseball Program as well as the B.A.T- High School Baseball Academy Tournament and provides insight into youth baseball in Puerto Rico. What You’ll Learn: 01:22   Rene’s Journey  06:21   Baseball in Puerto Rico 11:18   Good grades as a competitive advantage  18:52   A day in the life of a Leadership Christian Academy Baseball Player 24:01   The college prep process and finding the right fit 35:13   Roberto Clemente’s influence 38:37   Growth Mindset as a key success factor 31:15   B.A.T – High School Baseball Academy Tournament Thank you for being here with us!  Evan and the Born To Baseball Team are looking forward to celebrating your success and sharing this journey together.    If you enjoyed this episode please consider leaving a rating or review on Apple or wherever you're listening here. This will help other ball players find the Born To Baseball Podcast and give us more chances to shout out our listeners!   Now, let’s play ball! Read show notes here. Show Links: Email: reneballoveras@gmail.com Phone: 787.566.1514 Facebook Page: B. A. T. – High School Baseball Academy Tournament Born To Baseball Links: Born To Baseball Website BTB Travel Team & Training Tracker Instagram: @borntobaseball  Facebook Twitter: @bornto_baseball Born To Baseball App (BETA Test) on Apple Born To Baseball App (BETA Test) on Google Play

    51 min
  7. 07/21/2020

    Ozzie Guillén- World Series Winning Manager and 3X All Star

    Ep. #013: Join Evan and Ozzie Guillén, World Series Winning Manager and 3X All Star as Ozzie shares insight into his 16 season career as a player, his experience as a Manager and some keys to his success in baseball and in his family life.   What You’ll Learn: 02:38   Ozzie’s experience moving to the U.S. from Venezuela at only 16 to play baseball 09:37   What qualities are needed to be the best 11:24   His trade from the Padres to the White Sox 19:56   How he listened and learned from other champions like Tom Seaver and Carlton Fisk 23:23   All Star Game experience 26:25   On developing quick hands 35:26   Being an MLB Manager 43:49   Ozzie’s all time “Starting Nine” 45:28   His experience as an Analyst 52:02   His commitment to his Family 57:26   Hosting “Being Guillén” with his sons on La Vida Baseball 1:00:03   Ozzie Guillén Foundation and giving back  Thank you for being here with us!  Evan and the Born To Baseball Team are looking forward to celebrating your success and sharing this journey together.   If you enjoyed this episode we’d be really grateful if you’d rate the show and leave a review on Apple or wherever you're listening here. This will help other ballplayers find the Born To Baseball Podcast and give us more chances to shout out our listeners!     Now, let’s play ball! Read show notes here. Show Links: Twitter: @OzzieGuillen Instagram: @ozzieguillen13 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ozzieguillen/ Ozzie Guillén Foundation: https://www.og13.org/ Born To Baseball Links: Born To Baseball Website BTB Travel Team & Training Tracker Instagram: @borntobaseball  Facebook Twitter: @bornto_baseball Born To Baseball App (BETA Test) on Apple Born To Baseball App (BETA Test) on Google Play

    1h 8m
4.8
out of 5
43 Ratings

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Calling all youth baseball players! Born To Baseball is a unique Podcast dedicated to the success of youth baseball players, on and off the field. Listen to the experts share valuable lessons, tips and insight to support the new generation of ball players develop their skills and mindset. Designed to inspire, encourage and empower players across the globe to connect with the best and to be their best, in baseball and in life. Hosted by Evan, a youth ball player with big love for the game and a hunger to learn, Born To Baseball supports ball players on the road to achieving their baseball dreams. Hit subscribe and join the Born To Baseball (BTB) Team today!