Coach Cut's Corner

LCC Connect
  • 4.7 (7)
  • Baseball
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Take yourself out to the ballgame by checking out Coach Cut’s Corner – an inside look at what it takes to build a successful baseball program. You’ll learn more about the training regimens, nutrition plans, and motivation student-athletes must have to get to the next level in addition to how to use available resources and support to balance time and academics. Hosted by LCC Baseball Coach Steve Cutter, hear him hit it out of the park as he talks with coaches, athletes and administrators from around the state and region.

  1. 4d ago

    When The Season Ends

    The end of a sports season brings a mix of emotions for athletes and coaches, from gratitude and pride, to disappointment and heartbreak. This episode explores how teams process those feelings, reflect on their experiences, and look for lessons to learn from. The conversation highlights that growth is an ongoing journey, and every ending offers valuable lessons for the next beginning. ------------------------- Website: LCC Stars Baseball Website: Baseball Advancement Fund (Donations) Website: Coach Cutter Website: RD Kate Related Podcast: Stars on Sports

    9 min

  2. Jun 9

    Forged Over Time

    In this episode of Coach Cut’s Corner, RS sophomore pitcher Oliver Raczysnki joins the show to talk about growth, patience, adversity, and the reality of development over time. Oliver’s journey through Lansing Community College Baseball has not been built on shortcuts or overnight success. It has been built through consistency, failure, learning, and showing up through difficult moments. Over the last three years, he has developed into one of the program's most trusted arms while growing just as much off the field as on it. This conversation goes far beyond baseball. We dive into Oliver’s upbringing, the people who shaped him, and the mentors who helped guide him through challenges both inside and outside the game. He shares lessons learned from family, coaches, teammates, and the difficult moments that forced him to mature. We also talk about the mental side of pitching, including how to handle pressure, build confidence, control emotions, and understand that development rarely happens as quickly as people want it to. This episode is honest, reflective, and packed with perspective for players, coaches, and parents who are trying to understand what real development actually looks like. ------------------------- Website: LCC Stars Baseball Website: Baseball Advancement Fund (Donations) Website: Coach Cutter Website: RD Kate Related Podcast: Stars on Sports

    21 min

  3. May 26

    Built Buckeye Tough

    In this episode of Coach Cut’s Corner, Christian Douglass joins us to break down his journey from Whetstone, Ohio, to becoming a key arm for the Stars. At 6’4, Douglass has logged 42 innings across 21 appearances, putting together a 7-0 record with 30 strikeouts to just 8 walks. Those numbers stand out, but they are the result of growth that did not happen overnight. This conversation starts with his early years. We get into his childhood, the people who influenced him, and the role other sports played in shaping him as an athlete. He shares what those early experiences taught him and how they still show up in his work today. We break down his development inside the program. How routine, accountability, and daily standards have shaped his performance. How tracking his work and understanding his numbers has changed how he prepares and competes. This episode is about earning results. It is about discipline, consistency, and learning how to handle the moments that define you. If you are a player, coach, or parent trying to understand what real development looks like, this one matters to you. ------------------------- Website: LCC Stars Baseball Website: Baseball Advancement Fund (Donations) Website: Coach Cutter Website: RD Kate Related Podcast: Stars on Sports

    29 min

  4. May 12

    Mind the Gap

    In this episode of Coach Cut’s Corner, Coach Radek joins us to break down exactly where we are at this point in the season and the reality of sitting at 17–16. It is not where we expect to be, but it is exactly where we have earned to be. This conversation centers around the gap. The space between the work you put in and the results you expect to see. We talk about how development is not instant. It is uneven, slow, and often invisible in the moment. Players expect to see results right away, but the game doesn't work that way. There is always a delay, and that delay is where most people lose belief. We dive into how experience plays a major role in closing that gap. You cannot skip reps. You cannot shortcut failure. The more experienced team handles pressure, controls moments, and finds ways to win the margins. We also address the role of luck. It exists. Balls fall in. Balls do not fall in. Close games swing both ways. You cannot rely on it, but you'd better understand that it is part of the game. Over time, experienced teams put themselves in a position to benefit from it. This episode is real. It is honest. It is about staying in the process when there is no immediate reward. If you are a player, coach, or parent trying to understand development, pressure, and what it actually takes to improve, this one matters to you. ------------------------- Website: LCC Stars Baseball Website: Baseball Advancement Fund (Donations) Website: Coach Cutter Website: RD Kate Related Podcast: Stars on Sports

    19 min

  5. Apr 28

    Hungry For Every Pitch

    In this episode, freshmen pitcher Gavin Przybyla is in studio to talk about his journey from youth sports to college athletics. Gavin delves into the challenges and triumphs faced during his high school career, notably overcoming injuries, and adapting to being a full-time pitcher in the competitive landscape of college baseball. Website: LCC Stars Baseball Website: Baseball Advancement Fund (Donations) Website: Coach Cutter Website: RD Kate Related Podcast: Stars on Sports

    21 min

  6. Apr 14

    Light Tower Power

    Noah Marcoux grew up in Saginaw, Michigan, and built his game step by step. He became one of the most consistent college hitters in the country by staying patient, trusting development, and learning from the right people along the way. Noah’s career was shaped by strong mentors, honest coaches, and years of learning how to handle failure, pressure, and expectations. He didn’t chase shortcuts. He learned how to prepare, adjust, and compete every day. We talk about where he’s from. How baseball shaped his upbringing. The coaches and mentors who influenced his career. What separated him as a college hitter. How approach, preparation, and habits drove his consistency. What he learned about failure and confidence inside a long season. How the game helped shape who he is beyond the field. Listen & Subscribe: Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms. Follow for weekly conversations about mindset, leadership, and the pursuit of excellence, on and off the field. ------------------------- Website: LCC Stars Baseball Website: Baseball Advancement Fund (Donations) Website: Coach Cutter Website: RD Kate Related Podcast: Stars on Sports

    30 min

  7. Mar 31

    Built for the Next Level

    This episode cuts through the noise around player development and recruiting. Mike Rice lives in the evaluation seat every day. Vice President and General Manager of Detroit Prospects. Scout for the USPBL. Associate scout for the Texas Rangers organization. Mike has seen what works and what fails at every level of the game. We talk about where he’s from. How sports shaped his upbringing. How becoming a father changed how he coaches and evaluates players. Then we get into the truth: What college coaches are actually watching at showcases.The biggest recruiting mistakes families keep making.Why talent alone is never enough.How overlooked players separate themselves.And why long-term success always starts with habits. ------------------------- Website: LCC Stars Baseball Website: Baseball Advancement Fund (Donations) Website: Coach Cutter Website: RD Kate Related Podcast: Stars on Sports

    28 min

  8. Mar 17

    The Weight of Commitment

    The episode features freshman utility player Jake Norton. Jake discusses his journey through several high school sports programs, including breaking a collar bone, and the transition he faced going to college baseball. The discussion delves into his impressive physical transformation, highlighting his nutritional and training regimen, which has significantly improved his performance. ------------------------- Website: LCC Stars Baseball Website: Baseball Advancement Fund (Donations) Website: Coach Cutter Website: RD Kate Related Podcast: Stars on Sports

    23 min
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About

Take yourself out to the ballgame by checking out Coach Cut’s Corner – an inside look at what it takes to build a successful baseball program. You’ll learn more about the training regimens, nutrition plans, and motivation student-athletes must have to get to the next level in addition to how to use available resources and support to balance time and academics. Hosted by LCC Baseball Coach Steve Cutter, hear him hit it out of the park as he talks with coaches, athletes and administrators from around the state and region.

Information

  • Creator
    LCC Connect
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    90
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 LCC Connect
  • Show Website
    Coach Cut's Corner

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