MicdIn Pod with Jeremy and Val

Jeremy and Val

Real youth sports talk, from a mom & dad raising youth and college athletes. Not experts, just living it. Conversations with athletes, coaches and parents on recruiting, pressure, development and the moments that shape the journey. Building a community around real experiences in youth sports and parenting athletes. youth sports podcast| recruiting |student athlete |sports parents

  1. Aug 11

    Inside College Baseball: Training, Traditions & the Real D1 Experience | Dean Carpentier

    What does it take to compete for the winningest program in college baseball history? ⚾️ USC infielder Dean Carpentier joins Jeremy & Val for a MicdIn Summer Session to talk about the work behind playing Division I baseball,from summer training and recovery to the routines and mindset that help athletes compete at the next level. And of course, we talk baseball. ⚾ Wilson or Rawlings? 🪵 Should college baseball use wood bats? 🎵 Top walk-up songs 👀 Baseball superstitions 💥 Pimping home runs — yes or no? 🃏 Baseball cards 💪 Favorite drills, lifts & toughest workouts Dean also takes on our 6 Summer Session Questions, Drop & Give Me 5, and shares his 🍊 Orange Moment—a defining moment that helped shape his journey. For young athletes, parents, coaches and anyone who loves baseball, this one is a fun look inside the game and the work that happens when no one is watching. 6 Questions. Real Athletes. Real Answers. Lilke & Suscribe to get episode as soon as they drop! Disclaimer: MicdIn Pod is an independent media platform. The views, opinions, and statements expressed by guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of MicdIn Pod, its hosts, affiliates, sponsors, or partners. MicdIn Pod is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to any professional, collegiate, scholastic, amateur, or youth sports league, team, school, conference, governing body, or organization discussed on the podcast unless explicitly stated. Any references to teams, schools, leagues, organizations, trademarks, logos, or brand names are used for identification and commentary purposes only. All trademarks, service marks, team names, logos, and related intellectual property remain the property of their respective owners. Content presented on MicdIn Pod is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as professional, legal, medical, recruiting, coaching, educational, or financial advice.

  2. Jun 23

    MicdinPod S1Ep 12 Laurie Bollin on AAU Basketball, Recruiting, NIL &Trusting the Process

    What does it really take to develop young basketball players in today's game?This week on MicdIn, we sit down with Laurie Bollin, President and Head Coach of the Bay State Jaguars AAU Basketball Program. With decades of experience developing athletes and helping players reach the collegiate level, Laurie shares her perspective on the ever-changing youth basketball landscape. In this episode, we discuss:🏀 When athletes should start AAU basketball🏀 The evolution of the AAU circuit🏀 Player development vs. exposure🏀 Recruiting realities and misconceptions🏀 The impact of NIL on youth sports🏀 Building confidence and basketball IQ🏀 What parents should focus on during the journey🏀 Trusting the process in a world chasing shortcuts. Laurie also shares a powerful Orange Moment involving her daughter Shay and the decision to stay the course when others suggested chasing bigger opportunities. That experience helped shape one of the core messages she now shares with families: trust the process. Whether you're a parent, coach, athlete, or basketball fan, this conversation offers valuable insight into navigating youth sports the right way. #MicdIn #YouthBasketball #AAUBasketball #BasketballRecruiting #NIL #BayStateJaguars #GirlsBasketball #SportsParenting #playerdevelopment MicdIn Pod is an independent media platform. The views, opinions, and statements expressed by guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of MicdIn Pod, its hosts, affiliates, sponsors, or partners.MicdIn Pod is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to any professional, collegiate, scholastic, amateur, or youth sports league, team, school, conference, governing body, or organization discussed on the podcast unless explicitly stated.Any references to teams, schools, leagues, organizations, trademarks, logos, or brand names are used for identification and commentary purposes only. All trademarks, service marks, team names, logos, and related intellectual property remain the property of their respective owners.Content presented on MicdIn Pod is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as professional, legal, medical, recruiting, coaching, educational, or financial advice.

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Real youth sports talk, from a mom & dad raising youth and college athletes. Not experts, just living it. Conversations with athletes, coaches and parents on recruiting, pressure, development and the moments that shape the journey. Building a community around real experiences in youth sports and parenting athletes. youth sports podcast| recruiting |student athlete |sports parents

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