90 feet Away Podcast

90 Feet Away

Welcome to the hottest new baseball podcast hosted by Coach Eric Holtz! With his extensive experience managing the Israeli National Team and owning Game On 13, a premier baseball facility, you’re in good hands. Join Coach Holtz as he chats with players from all walks of life, sharing their journeys, triumphs, and challenges. Explore off-field topics like life, mental health, and the psychology behind the game. Subscribe now for insightful discussions and candid conversations that offer a new perspective on America’s favorite pastime. Don’t miss out - tune in and join the conversation!

  1. 01/06/2025

    Nate Irving's SHOCKING Journey from Pro Baseball Player to NY Mets Hitting Coach

    Nate Irving was the primary catcher for three years with the University of Virginia Cavaliers and played for the team that reached the 2014 College World Series final. After that season, he was drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 34th round of the 2014 Amateur Draft. He played in the Diamondbacks minor league system in 2014-2015 before spending the next three seasons playing in the independent leagues. In the fall of 2018 Irving returned to UVA to complete his undergraduate degree and also worked with the baseball team as a student assistant coach. This foray into coaching didn't last long as the Cincinnati Reds hired him as their bullpen catcher in 2019. He stayed in this position through the 2021 season. In this role Irving did more than just catch bullpen sessions and warm up pitchers. He was also deeply involved in data analytics, working with both catchers and hitters. Helping Reds catcher Tucker Barnhart win a Gold Glove in 2020 was "probably one of the cooler things that I’ve experienced in my baseball life", he said. In 2022 the Reds named Irving the bench/game planning coach for the Chattanooga Lookouts where he could put his data analytics knowledge to work in a different capacity. He was then hitting coach of the ACL Reds in 2023 and Daytona Tortugas in 2024. Following the 2023 season, Irving worked as a hitting coach for the Bravos de Margarita in the Venezuelan League.

    37 min
  2. 12/11/2024

    Zach Penprase's Rise to FAME from Small Town to Olympic STAR!

    On this episode of 90 Feet Away, Olympic Coach Eric Holtz dives deeply into the incredible and inspiring career of Zach Penprase, a talented athlete whose journey is filled with remarkable achievements and valuable lessons. Hear all about his Mental challenges he faced while playing baseball, and how he has transformed those experiences into a powerful role as a mental coach to young players who are just starting their journey in the game of baseball. From being drafted in the 13th Round of the MLB Draft to leading the nation in stolen bases during his impressive college days at Mississippi Valley State, Zach's story is a testament to hard work and perseverance. He also shares the unique experience of becoming a dual Israeli-American citizen and representing Team Israel on the grand stage of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Zach opens up about his journey, which is filled with grit, determination, and an unwavering passion for the game that he loves dearly. You will also hear about his significant time in professional baseball with renowned teams such as the Boston Red Sox, the Philadelphia Phillies, and the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks, where he broke records and made a lasting impact. Zach reflects on what it truly meant to compete for something bigger than himself on the international stage, sharing insights that are both motivational and enlightening. This is a conversation filled with wisdom and inspiration that you won't want to miss!

    29 min

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Welcome to the hottest new baseball podcast hosted by Coach Eric Holtz! With his extensive experience managing the Israeli National Team and owning Game On 13, a premier baseball facility, you’re in good hands. Join Coach Holtz as he chats with players from all walks of life, sharing their journeys, triumphs, and challenges. Explore off-field topics like life, mental health, and the psychology behind the game. Subscribe now for insightful discussions and candid conversations that offer a new perspective on America’s favorite pastime. Don’t miss out - tune in and join the conversation!