Tower Sports Advising Podcast #4: with Chad Shade, Amherst College

SummaryIn this episode of the Tower Sports Advising Podcast, host Zack Tower interviews Chad Shade, assistant coach and recruiting coordinator for Amherst College. They discuss Chad's journey from player to coach, the differences between coaching atDivision I and Division III levels, and the competitive nature of recruiting at NESCAC schools. Chad shares insights on the recruiting process, the impact of the transfer portal, and offers advice for aspiring recruits. The conversation also touches on the importance of social media in recruitment, hittingphilosophy, and player development at Amherst College. Coach Shade shares the following topics:▪️Introduction to Chad Shade and His Background▪️Transitioning from Player to Coach▪️Coaching at Different Levels: D1 vs D3▪️Recruitment Challenges at NESCAC Schools▪️The Recruiting Process Explained▪️The Impact of the Transfer Portal▪️Advice for Aspiring Recruits▪️Utilizing Social Media in Recruitment▪️Hitting Philosophy and Team Performance▪️Embracing Individuality in Hitting Philosophy▪️The Importance of Plate Discipline▪️Recruitment and Player Development Strategies▪️Tailoring Coaching to Individual Learning Styles▪️Maximizing Fall Development for Freshmen▪️Understanding Roster Dynamics at Amherst▪️Effective Communication in Recruitment▪️The Value of Camps and Showcases▪️Benefits of Showcases for Student-Athletes Big take away for parents & players:▪️Chad Shade emphasizes the importance of being surrounded by good people in sports▪️The recruiting process is competitive, especially at NESCAC schools▪️Communication is key in the recruiting process for both athletes and coaches▪️The transfer portal offers both opportunities and challenges for college baseball▪️Social media plays a significant role in modern recruitment strategies▪️Getting on base is crucial for offensive success in baseball▪️Every player's swing is unique and should be treated as such▪️The freshman year experience is vital for player development▪️Camps and showcases provide valuable exposure for recruits▪️Finding the right fit in a college program is essential for student-athletes ▪️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.com To book a consultation with Tower Sports Advising, 👇🏻https://www.towersportsadvising.com/contact