SWING HARD #271 - BASEBALL AND 9-11

Send us Fan MailThis podcast episode marked the 25-year anniversary of 9/11, with Denny and Scorp discussing how sports, particularly baseball, played a unifying role during that tragic time. They remembered key moments like President Bush throwing the first pitch at a Yankees game and Mike Piazza's home run at Shea Stadium, noting how sports helped bring Americans together despite the tragedy. The conversation then shifted to addressing fan mail questions from listeners, covering topics such as high school coaching mistakes, building player confidence, the college recruiting process, mental preparation routines, and what MLB scouts look for in young athletes. Denny shared his experience coaching a 9U team and discussed the balance between player development and safety considerations when assigning positions."Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett