Tower Sports Advising Podcast #18: with Pat Austin, Associate Head Coach at SNHU

SummaryIn this episode of the Tower Sports Advising Podcast, Pat Austin, Associate Head Coach at Southern New Hampshire University, shares insights from his journey as a player and coach. He discusses the importance of walk-to-strikeout ratios, the evolution of recruiting in baseball, and the significance of high school and travel baseball. Pat emphasizes the need for character and energy in players, the impact of the transfer portal, and the daily life of a SNHU baseball player. He also highlights the importance of building connections within the baseball community and the challenges of evaluating talent in today's landscape.Pat Austin shares the following topics:▪️Pat Austin's Baseball Journey▪️The Importance of Player Development▪️Recruiting Landscape Changes▪️Transitioning to Coaching▪️Observations on Player Performance▪️The Importance of Energy in Recruitment▪️Unteachables: The Key to Player Selection▪️Evaluating Players Under Pressure▪️Positive Coaching: Building Up Players▪️The Role of Social Media in Recruitment▪️A Day in the Life of a SNHU Baseball Player▪️Recruiting Needs: Transfers vs. Freshmen▪️The Impact of the Transfer Portal on RecruitmentBig take away for parents & players:▪️Pat Austin reflects on his college baseball experience as a defining moment in his life.▪️The one-to-one walk-to-strikeout ratio is crucial for both pitchers and hitters.▪️Team chemistry and shared values are essential for success in baseball.▪️Recruiting has evolved significantly with the rise of social media and travel teams.▪️High school baseball remains vital for player development and competition.▪️The pressure of showcases can be overwhelming for young athletes.▪️Coaches look for character and energy in players, not just statistics.▪️The transfer portal has changed the landscape of college baseball recruiting.▪️Building connections in the baseball community is crucial for players and coaches.▪️A typical day for a SNHU baseball player includes academics, practice, and social activities.▪️Where to find Tower Sports Advising▪️📲Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/towersportsadv📲Twitter: https://x.com/towersportsadv📲TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@towersportsadv🖥️Website: www.towersportsadvising.comTo book a consolation with Tower Sports Advising, 👇🏻https://www.towersportsadvising.com/contact