Baseball Outside the Box - Coaching Podcast

Max BP Chief Revenue Officer Parker Huffman joins Baseball Outside the Box for a powerful conversation you won’t want to miss. We break down Parker’s career path—packed with lessons for young professionals—and dive into one of the most versatile training tools in the game today: the Max BP wiffle ball machine.Sports vision expert Ryan Harrison from Slow the Game Down demonstrates the machine on MLB Network with Sean Casey, showing how it improves vision, reaction time, timing, pitch recognition, and more. Adjustable height, pitch movement, game‑like distance, multi‑skill versatility—this machine delivers for all ages, all levels, and even all sports.Order machine at Maxbp.com The podcast is now heard in 130+ countries and across the USA.🎧 Listen on Spotify: Baseball Outside the Box📺 Watch on YouTube: Peter CaliendoSubscribe to stay updated on every new episode.

Former USA Baseball National Team Coach, Host of Baseball Outside the Box Podcast, President Caliendo Sports International and VP ISG Baseball.On this episode we have international baseball coach Pete Caliendo...Pete comes on the show to talk about his college career, transition to coaching, national team coaching with USA/Belgium/Bulgaria, Indy ball, clinics in over 50+ countries, host of the baseball podcast Baseball Outside the Box, Italy baseball tours 

**Podcast Review: Baseball Outside the Box — Ryan Flynn & the Rise of Irish Baseball**In this episode of *Baseball Outside the Box*, we dive into one of the most compelling international baseball stories of the year. Ryan Flynn — the newly appointed CEO of Baseball Ireland and former CEO of Baseball New Zealand — joins the show to talk about his vision, his journey, and the future of the sport on the Emerald Isle.Flynn brings decades of global baseball experience, having led programs in New Zealand, Guam, Australia, and the United States. His track record includes building the Auckland Tuatara, elevating New Zealand into the WBSC world rankings, and developing grassroots systems in countries where baseball is still emerging. Now, he’s bringing that same energy and expertise to Ireland.This episode explores:- Flynn’s international baseball career and the lessons he’s learned - Why Ireland is ready for a major leap forward in baseball development - His plans to professionalize Baseball Ireland and expand participation - The importance of youth pathways, coaching education, and infrastructure - How Irish heritage and personal roots make this role meaningful for him - What it takes to grow baseball in countries dominated by other sports Flynn speaks openly about the challenges ahead — funding, facilities, and awareness — but also about the enormous potential he sees in Ireland’s baseball community. His passion for building programs from the ground up shines through, making this a must-listen for anyone interested in international baseball development.*Baseball Outside the Box* continues its tradition of bringing forward thinkers, innovators, and global leaders to the microphone. This conversation with Ryan Flynn is no exception — it’s insightful, inspiring, and a fascinating look at where Irish baseball is headed next.Also, on You Tube @ Peter Caliendo

The Future of Baseball Development with Michael Trahan & Chad CailletFormer Division I college coaches Michael Trahan and Chad Caillet have taken player development to a whole new level with 2D Sports and their work as Baseball Performance Specialists. This is not your typical assessment program — it’s a cutting‑edge, science‑driven approach built to truly unlock an athlete’s potential.Topics DiscussedDesigning cutting‑edge development programs for players and coaches — the real “cheat codes”Customizing skill training and strength & conditioning to fit each athleteIdentifying unique motor patterns through a comprehensive assessment processScience‑based, results‑driven programmingUnlocking player potential and helping athletes compete with a clear, confident headspacewww.baseballperformancespecialists.com and 2Dsports.org

## 📘 **Alessandro Maestri’s Book — What It’s About**Alessandro Maestri wrote a book titled **“Il Baseball Come Non Lo Avete Mai Visto”** (translated: *Baseball As You’ve Never Seen It*). It’s a personal, behind‑the‑scenes look at his life in baseball — from growing up in Italy to pitching professionally around the world.The book covers:### 🇮🇹 **His Italian Baseball Roots**- How he discovered baseball in a country where the sport is niche - Early development, challenges, and the path to becoming one of Italy’s top pitchers ### 🇺🇸 **His Journey to the United States**- Signing with the Chicago Cubs - Life in the minor leagues - Cultural adjustments and the grind of the U.S. system ### 🇯🇵 **Playing in Japan**- His time in Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) - The discipline, training style, and baseball culture that shaped him - How Japan changed his approach to pitching and preparation ### 🌏 **Global Baseball Experiences**- Playing in Australia, Korea, Mexico, and other leagues - What he learned from each baseball culture - Stories from clubhouses, travel, teammates, and coaches ### 🎯 **Lessons on Pitching, Competing, and Growth**- His philosophy on pitching - Mental toughness - How to adapt when your career takes unexpected turns - Advice for young players and coaches ### 🇮🇹 **Returning to Italy as a Leader**- His role in developing Italian baseball - Coaching the national team - How his global experience shaped his coaching style

*Juan Berger appeared on the *Baseball Outside the Box* podcast in an episode focused on the development of baseball in Guatemala, including the growth of the Guatemala Baseball Winter League and its grassroots efforts.** If you're looking to listen to or learn more about that specific episode, here’s everything you need in one place.## Episode Overview Juan Berger, President of the **Guatemala Baseball Winter League**, joined host **Peter Caliendo** to discuss:- How Guatemala is developing baseball from youth levels to professional play - The structure and goals of the Guatemala Winter League - How foreign players have elevated local competition - Marketing, TV exposure, and community engagement - Coaching education programs and future plans for the sport in Guatemala -Developing a club from the ground up and making it a big success, a model for clubs around the world.-NPA, Juan is the Latin American Director, NPA protocols uses in the club and the league which has made them both successful.## Where You Can Listen or Watch Listen on Spotify @baseball Outside the Box Watch/Listen on You Tube @ Peter Caliendo - **Guatemala Winter League Website:** www.ligabig.com ## About *Baseball Outside the Box*Hosted by longtime coach and international baseball educator **Peter Caliendo**, the podcast features coaches, executives, and baseball leaders from around the world.

Coach Caliendo talks about ISG Baseball at the WBSC Europe Congress, Caliendo/Corzano Tours of Italy, includes Wine Tasting and Cooking Classes Sicily, Caliendo Sports International Baseball and Softball Teams heading to Italy this summer and next guest on Baseball Outisde the Box with Peter Caliendo Baseball Outside the Box Educational Podcast Former MLB Player, Coach Curacao Baseball Week Desi Relaford, look for announcement on social media, either on this Saturday March 21, 2026 11 am or Tuesday March 24th, 2026 11 am. Will be a great show. More to come. WBSC Europe WBSC Europe Baseball Peter Caliendo EBCA - European Baseball Coaches Association BC Minor Baseball Association

**Coach Caliendo — Baseball Outside the Box Podcast**A message to coaches across the USA and around the world.On this episode, Coach Caliendo shares where he’ll be speaking at coaching conferences around the globe and highlights the key areas coaches need to focus on in **2026**. This year is all about becoming the best you can be at:- **Training vision** - **Developing the mental game** - **Helping kids make decisions on their own** - **Letting players play the game, not micromanaging it** - **Starting these habits as young as possible** - **Keeping players in the game longer**As a coach, you are a **teacher, mentor, and example‑setter**. Your job is to teach the basic fundamentals, help players improve their skills, and guide them toward success. When players get better, the team gets better — but the long‑term goal is keeping them in the game for years to come.Coach also challenges coaches to train themselves to **think ahead** — not just during the game, but in everyday life. If you build the habit of thinking ahead daily, you’ll naturally do it in the dugout when it matters most.New topics are coming to the show — subjects that have **never been discussed on baseball podcasts before**.Don’t miss future episodes. **Subscribe and watch the shows on YouTube: @ Peter Caliendo** **Listen on Spotify: @ Baseball Outside the Box**

Baseball Outside the Box Podcast, hosted by Peter Caliendo — the show that brings you conversations with some of the best baseball development minds in the world, especially those who love to challenge the status quo.Our first show of 2026 starts off with a bang featuring Chris McKnight — 36 years in baseball, former pro manager, former college head coach, and a true specialist in Leadership and Player Development. He dives into youth baseball, the pluses and minuses of travel ball, and why these topics matter more than ever. This is a must‑listen.Chris is also the VP of Tuckahoe Sports / Mid Atlantic Orioles and the host of the youth podcast All Star Insights Youth Baseball.Watch the show on YouTube at Peter Caliendo, and listen on Spotify under Baseball Outside the Box. Please subscribe to help the show grow and get notified about new episodes — we’re now broadcast in over 120 countries. Tell your coaches and baseball friends about the show.

Honored to Join the All Star Insights Podcast 🎙️⚾I was honored to be a guest on the All Star Insights Podcast with Chris McKnight and Coach Rock. We had a great time diving into topics like baseball development, international baseball, youth coach development, and so much more.I encourage you to check out this episode—and explore their other shows as well. They’re excellent resources for coaches, players, and parents who want to grow in the game.— Peter Caliendo Host of Baseball Outside the Box PodcastFormer USA Baseball National Team CoachVice President, ISG Baseball

🎙️ Baseball Outside the Box Podcast 20-Second Clip with Host Pete CaliendoCoach Caliendo: "As a coach, learn from others — but be creative. Ask yourself: is this the best way? Is there something I can do differently to get better results? Listen to this clip!"👉 Subscribe for updates, video clips, and full shows. 📺 Watch on YouTube: @PeterCaliendo 🎧 Listen on Spotify: Baseball Outside the Box

🎙️ Baseball Outside the Box Podcast 2-Minute Clip: “What do you ask your players that they get distracted from during games?”An insightful conversation with your host Peter Caliendo and special guest Kellen Lee, Mental Skills Coach for the Seattle Mariners.👉 Watch on YouTube: @PeterCaliendo 👉 Listen on Spotify: Baseball Outside the Box#baseballdevelopment #betterway #gamesituations #coachingtips

🎙️ Coach Caliendo – Baseball Outside the Box PodcastOn Letting Players Fail and Decision-Making DrillsAs I watch more and more young players in games, I see a lack of decision-making. Too often, we coaches want to control everything. But if we truly want to develop players, we must train them—in practice and in games—to make their own decisions.Yes, they will fail more in the short term. But in the long term, they will grow stronger, smarter, and more confident. Baseball must be fun, and part of that fun is making decisions, learning from them, and talking through those choices with the coach.Encourage players to decide for themselves. Don’t worry if it’s the wrong decision or if the other team simply makes a better play. The best players are the ones who failed more when they were younger, who trained in difficult environments, and who learned to handle adversity.Parents, don’t hover. Don’t always put kids in situations where success is guaranteed. Let them struggle, let them learn. And for very talented players, sometimes they need to play up an age level to truly understand failure and growth.👉 Subscribe to Baseball Outside the Box Podcast on Spotify and YouTube at Peter Caliendo to get updates on new shows.

⚾ Coach Caliendo: Baseball Outside the Box Podcast: Why Training at Game Speed Is EssentialAutomatic Reactions: When players rehearse plays at full speed repeatedly, their bodies and minds build muscle memory. In real games, they don’t waste time thinking—they simply react.Pressure Simulation: Replicating stressful situations (bases loaded, two outs, tie game) conditions athletes to stay composed when the stakes are high.Decision-Making Efficiency: Practicing at game tempo sharpens instincts. Saving even one second can be the difference between an out or a run scored.Confidence Building: Players who have “been there before” in practice feel less anxiety in games. Confidence comes from preparation.Team Cohesion: Running plays at speed ensures everyone knows their role. Communication becomes seamless because teammates anticipate each other’s moves.🔑 Core Plays to Train at Game SpeedCutoff & Relay Throws: Outfielders hitting the cutoff man under pressure, with runners advancing.Double Plays: Infielders turning two quickly, with realistic baserunner speed and pressure.Bunt Defense: Charging, fielding, and throwing with urgency while simulating fast runners.Pickoffs & Rundowns: Practicing timing and execution so reactions are instinctive.First-to-Third Situations: Outfielders and infielders coordinating to stop aggressive baserunning.Squeeze Plays & Situational Hitting: Offense and defense both rehearsing under game-like tension.🧠 The Coaching PhilosophyThe goal is to remove hesitation. If players have to think in the moment, they’re already late. By drilling plays at game speed, you hardwire responses so that when the lights are on, they execute naturally.It’s the same principle used in military training, emergency response, and elite sports: train harder than the game, so the game feels easier.

🎙️ Shaun Larkin on High-Performance Coaching – New Episode!Major League Coach with the Arizona Diamondbacks, Shaun Larkin joins us to break down what it takes to become a better coach — not just today, but for the long haul.We dive into his 5 C’s of Coaching:ClarityCapacityConsistencyCourageCommitmentShaun shares his journey to the big leagues, the mentors who shaped him, and the lessons that stuck. We talk culture, communication, practice organization, and the importance of having fun and enjoying the ride.You’ll hear real stories from the field — working with players, collaborating with coaches — and insights that will elevate your coaching game.Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your edge, this episode is packed with wisdom.Subscribe You tube for updated shows, also on spotify as baseball outside the box

🎙️ Baseball Outside the Box Podcast Episodewith your host Peter Caliendo:  Guest: Chris Vaccaro, IABFExecutive Trustee & Head of Communication plus U.S. Press Officer for FIBSFrom building baseball development to building futures — this episodecelebrates nearly 10 years of IABF's impact on the game globally.  Host of the podcast PeterCaliendo dives into how the alliance between IABF and FIBS took shape, its goals of advancing youth development and upgrading facilities, and how it'sdelivering real impact:*Italian prospects signing MLB contracts*Italian players competing at the highest level — including in the WorldBaseball Classic*Exclusive training via the Francisco Cervelli - IABF Baseball Academy*A documentary coming soon: “Andiamo”, airing on Ciao USA TV NetworkThe IABF isn't just about competition — it’s about culture, community, andopportunity. Learn about their scholarship programs, fundraising events (thinkcigars, golf, and a star-studded awards dinner featuring Commissioner Rob Manfred — who, yes, is Italian American!), and the growing pride through Italian Heritage Nights hosted by more than 20 MLB teams.Hear how Lucio Taschin and his club in Rovigo helped two players sign with the Blue Jays and Mets, and explore how you can support or join the movement atwww.IABF.Foundation. Taga coach, player, or proud Italian who needs to hear this 🇮🇹⚾ #BaseballOutsideTheBox #IABF #ItalianBaseball#AndiamoDoc #WorldBaseballClassic #MLBItaly #CervelliAcademy#PeterCaliendoPodcast Yours for Better Baseball & SoftballCoaches WorldwideYour HostPeter M. CaliendoListen To the Best Baseball Experts In the GameOn My podcast. Subscribe to receive updates on new shows.https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/baseballoutsidtheboxAlso, on You Tube at Peter Caliendoand Baseball Blue Book, www.baseballbluebook.com

🎙️ Gregg Zaun on the Podcast! Former MLB catcher with 16 seasons behind the plate and a World Series Champion with the Marlins, Gregg Zaun joins us for an energized, explosive, and no-nonsense conversation you won’t want to miss. Subscribe on You Tube at Peter CaliendoWe dive into his journey to the big leagues, his time as a baseball analyst for a Canadian network, and his current role as manager of the Kelowna Falcons in the West Coast League.Gregg tells it like it is — honest, sharp, and deeply knowledgeable. From managing strategy and fundamentals to overcoming failure and bouncing back, he brings insight and fire to every topic.Tune in and hear from one of the game’s most candid voices. This episode is packed with wisdom, stories, and straight talk that coaches, players, and fans will appreciate.Subscribe on You Tube at Peter Caliendo and see all the episodes.

🎙️ New Episode Alert! **Former MLB Pitcher Jeff Fassero** joins *Baseball Outside the Box* to share his incredible journey to the big leagues — from grinding through the minors to pitching into his 40s — plus powerful advice for today’s pitchers on mindset, longevity, and adapting to the modern game.📺 Watch on YouTube: [@Peter Caliendo](https://www.youtube.com/@PeterCaliendo) 🎧 Listen on Spotify: [Baseball Outside the Box](https://open.spotify.com/show/your-show-link) ✅ Subscribe for updates — over **350 episodes** of elite baseball insight!

🎙️ New Episode Alert! **Former MLB Pitcher Jeff Fassero** joins *Baseball Outside the Box* to share his incredible journey to the big leagues — from grinding through the minors to pitching into his 40s — plus powerful advice for today’s pitchers on mindset, longevity, and adapting to the modern game.📺 Watch on YouTube: [@Peter Caliendo](https://www.youtube.com/@PeterCaliendo) 🎧 Listen on Spotify: [Baseball Outside the Box](https://open.spotify.com/show/your-show-link) ✅ Subscribe for updates — over **350 episodes** of elite baseball insight!

🎙️ New Episode Alert – Baseball Outside the Box Featuring: Nic Wilson, Assistant Major League Hitting Coach – Colorado RockiesNic Wilson joins the show fresh off his promotion to the Colorado Rockies’ Major League staff in May 2025, following a major coaching shakeup. Previously the club’s Minor League Hitting Coordinator, Wilson now works alongside Jordan Pacheco to guide hitters at the highest level.His journey includes: ⚾ Playing in the Tampa Bay Rays system (2014–2015) 🏫 College ball at Hofstra, Eastern Arizona, and Georgia State 🧠 A reputation for sharp hitting development and player-first coachingThis episode covers a wide range of topics, including:His path from player to pro coachDaily life and responsibilities as an MLB hitting coachHow he builds trust and communicates with hittersBalancing analytics with feel and instinctCoaching philosophies that resonate across culturesAdvice for young coaches and playersInsights for Korean coaches unfamiliar with his background. He will be speaking at the 4th annual ISG Baseball Coaching Conference, December3-4, 2025.What it takes to succeed at the highest level — mentally and physically📢 Tune in and share with your coaching community! 📺 Watch on YouTube: Search Peter Caliendo and subscribe so you never miss a show.

Coaching with Purposeby Keith MadisonWhether you're coaching baseball, basketball,soccer, or simply guiding young people, Coaching with Purpose is amust-read. Purchase at ⁠CoachKeith Madison – coachkeithmadison.com⁠ Legendary University of Kentucky head coachKeith Madison shares timeless wisdom that empowers coaches of all sports—especiallyvolunteers—to help athletes grow mentally, physically, andspiritually.This isn’t just a coaching manual. It’s a powerfulguide to leadership, character, and lasting impact.👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Parents, this book also serves as a valuable resource for raisingstrong, resilient kids. If you care about developing people—not just players—checkit out. This is coaching with heart, vision, and purpose. Keith Madison’s Coaching with Purpose is aheartfelt, practical, and inspiring resource for anyone who wants to lead withintegrity and make a difference—on the field and beyond.🧢Keith Madison – Coaching Legacy at Kentucky⚾ Playing Career🏆 Honors &Recognition🌍Leadership & Service Keith Madison’s Coaching with Purpose is aheartfelt, practical, and inspiring resource for anyone who wants to lead withintegrity and make a difference—on the field and beyond.🧢Keith Madison – Coaching Legacy at Kentucky⚾ Playing Career🏆 Honors &Recognition🌍Leadership & Service 

Baseball Outside the Box Podcast with your host Peter Caliendo**🎙️ John Goulding on a coaching legacy.**🏆 5 Decades of Coaching Excellence** **🌍 Pakistan WBC Coach** **🎓 200+ Players in College** **⚾ Many in Pro Baseball—including Barry Bonds** **📻 Listen on Spotify:** [Baseball Outside the Box](https://creators.spotify.com/.../baseballoutsidethebox/)**In this episode:** From coaching in **Pakistan** to mentoring in the **Dominican Republic**, John shares insights from a lifetime in the game. Topics include: - His **coaching philosophy** across five decades - What to **focus on** to build a successful team - **Game management** strategies - **Practice organization** tips - How to connect with **today’s generation of players** - And so much more from a true **legend of the game**American Baseball Coaches AssociationUSA Baseball MLB Europe WBSC EuropeWBSC Europe BaseballBaseball Outisde the Box with Peter Caliendo Malta Baseball & Softball Association Baseball Softball Club Rovigo Baseball Federation of Asia Baseball CzechBaseball European Championship 2025 Baseball BC Baseball New Zealand

*Baseball Outside the Box* dives deep with Dipak Neupane, President of the Nepal Baseball Softball AssociationFrom ancient traditions to modern fields, we explore: The roots of baseball in Nepal How they train coaches with limited resources National team goals and funding challenges Player reach and the rise of youth development Plus: ISG Baseball’s upcoming coaches conference in KathmanduThis is more than a game — it's a movement. Listen now: Spotify Baseball Outside the Box. You Tube Peter Caliendo and also on Baseball Blue Book/Baseball Outside the Box#BaseballOutsideTheBox #ISGBaseball #NepalBaseball #CoachingEducation #ChallengeTheStatusQuoTime stamp on the show:|00:01 – 03:45 | Introduction to Nepal Baseball Softball Association and Dipak Neupane’s journey | 03:46 – 08:20 | A quick history of Nepal and its introduction to baseball | 08:21 – 13:50 | Building baseball with minimal resources and major heart | 13:51 – 18:10 | Coaching strategies and player development across regions | 18:11 – 22:40 | Where players come from + cricket crossover? | 22:41 – 27:00 | National competition structure and international aspirations | 27:01 – 30:10 | Upcoming ISG Baseball coaches conference — impact & goals | 30:11 – End | Final thoughts, gratitude, and ways to support Nepal Baseball Softball.

English and Spanish Below:Join the Conversation: Baseball Blue Book Goes Global! Its Free, network with college coaches, academies, promote yourself as a coach, player, put on your videos and so much more.We’re thrilled to welcome Eric Wubbena, creator of the free Baseball Blue Book App, to the Baseball Outside the Box Podcast!In just 30 minutes, you’ll discover how this platform is revolutionizing connections across the global baseball and softball community—bringing together federations, clubs, coaches, players, vendors, and academies like never before.Want in? We’re inviting baseball and softball leaders from around the world to join us for a special Q&A session with Eric and me. Bring your questions, share your experiences, and learn how this app can support your mission.Stay tuned for the episode drop—and let us know if you’d like to be part of the conversation!www.BaseballBlueBook.com Baseball Outside the Box — Where innovation meets the game.¡Únete a la conversación: Baseball Blue Book se globaliza!Nos emociona anunciar que Eric Wubbena, creador de la app gratuita Baseball Blue Book, estará con nosotros en el podcast Baseball Outside the Box. En solo 30 minutos descubrirás cómo esta plataforma está revolucionando la forma en que se conectan las comunidades de béisbol y softbol en todo el mundo: federaciones, clubes, entrenadores, jugadores, proveedores, academias y mucho más.¿Quieres participar? Estamos invitando a líderes del béisbol y softbol internacional a unirse a una sesión especial de preguntas y respuestas con Eric y conmigo. Comparte tus experiencias, haz preguntas y descubre cómo esta app puede ayudarte a crecer tu misión.Muy pronto lanzaremos el episodio. ¡Haznos saber si te interesa formar parte de la conversación!www.BaseballBlueBook.com Baseball Outside the Box — Donde la innovación se encuentra con el juego.

🗣️ Talking coaching and global impact with a rising star in the game.Had the pleasure of being interviewed by Mason Levasseur, a bright and driven grad student at Florida State University, aiming to coach college football. Former team captain, strength coach, and now diving deep into the international coaching world through thoughtful conversations like this one.Grateful to connect with young leaders like Mason—he asked the kind of questions that show he’s ready to go far in this profession. Appreciate the invite and the vision he’s building.🎧 Give it a listen and follow his journey. The next generation of coaches is shaping up strong.#CoachingLeadership #GlobalSportsCommunity #ISGBaseball #NextGenCoaches #FootballFuture #InternationalCoaching American Baseball Coaches AssociationMLBMLB Network WBSCWBSC Europe BaseballWBSC Europe Baseball USA Baseball

🧢 It’s Time to Bring Back Baseball Schools ⚾ Are we seeing more games and fewer fundamentals? Coach Peter Caliendo and Coach Jimmy Filingeri dive deep into youth development, calling for the return of Baseball Schools across the USA.🎙️ Learn why top coaches believe teaching the basics, building character, and having fun are key to long-term success for young players. From pitch counts and practice habits to life skills and injury prevention—this episode is a game changer.🔗 Listen now on Baseball Outside the Box: Spotify @baseballoutsidethebox You Tube Peter Caliendo & www.baseballbluebook.com👏 Hosted by Coach Caliendo | Guest: Coach Filingeri (Clearing the Bases Podcast, ABCA Youth Committee)#YouthBaseball #CoachingMatters #BaseballSchools #PitchSmart #PlayerDevelopment #InsidePitch #BaseballOutsideTheBox

Coach Peter Caliendo shares some very short tips, and these will be expanded on our Baseball Outside the Box with Peter Caliendo First up Game-Speed Training vs. Repetition. Too many players still spend hours in low-pressure reps. But baseball happens at speed—and if we want kids to react, make decisions, and elevate performance, we need to simulate real game chaos. It's not just about doing drills—it's about doing them under time, stress, and motion. Next Mental IQ First. Baseball’s a mental game. Physical tools get you noticed, but IQ wins championships. How many players truly understand pitch sequencing, baserunning angles, or defensive positioning. Coaches let’s talk about teaching the why behind the how. And let’s look globally. From Japan’s precise fundamentals to Latin America's flair and rhythm—these countries train different, and they develop instinctive, respectful, and passionate ballplayers. I’ve seen it firsthand, and we can all learn something from it. One more Micro-Skills Matter. Everyone loves the big stuff—home runs, strikeouts—but let’s not ignore the catch-transfer-throw sequence. Efficiency on a basic ground ball might be the difference in a close game.Finally Coaching with Collaboration. Dictatorship coaching is out. Dialogue is in. Let players co-create their training plans. When they’re invested, they develop faster and deeper—and they stay in the game longer.On Spotify, Also, join www.baseballbluebook.com to listen to show and more. Plus, You Tube at @Peter Caliendo577Take your sports teams around the world, go to www.caliendosportsinternational.com And Tours of Italy, Caliendo Corzano Italy Tours, Wine Tasting and Cooking Classes from the best in the world. Limited to 26 people, no more allowed, join us on next tour November 4-15, 2025, and also get 20-26 people and pick your dates.

🎙️ New Episode Alert – Baseball Outside the Box Creating More Coachable Players with Jeff Krushell One of the top minds in Sport Science & Athlete Development, Jeff has spent 24+ years with MLB and helped shape Baseball Canada’s long-term development model. He’s a global educator, podcast host, and a true force in the game.💡 Topics we dive into: ⚾ Why injuries are skyrocketing ⚡ Velocity vs. development 🧠 Vision & the brain game 📅 Early specialization & showcase timing 😴 Sleep, hydration, nutrition 🔥 Undertrained warmups 🧩 Coaches as problem-solvers📚 Plus: Jeff’s new course on Creating More Coachable Players—a must for coaches at all levels, especially volunteers working with youth.🎧 Listen & Subscribe: 🔗 BaseballBluebook.com 📺 YouTube | 🎵 Spotify 📘 JeffKrushell.com – Sign up for the course!

We are back, after 2 years off we are so excited to be back, Baseball Outside the box, the show that interviews baseball greatest minds who also do not mind challenging the status quo, your host, Peter Caliendo, Former USA Baseball National Team Coach. We will start off highlighting to major topics, if not the top 2, Mental Skills and Vision, without these two we are not sure how you accomplish your skills and compete at a very good level. They go hand and hand. Look for several shows on these topics to start the first 4-5 shows.On todays Show, Kellen Lee, Mariners Mental Skills Coach.Experienced Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) with a MA in Sport Psychology and a PhD in Performance Psychology. Looks to enhance human performance through deliberate training of Mental Performance Enhancement techniques to various populations such as elite athletes, military personnel, and organizations. Proficient in Spanish.

Italian National Team Coach & great friend Lucio Taschin joining Baseball Outside the Box Podcast. Lucio Taschin We discuss pitching development, the bio-mechanical, as important the mental training for pitchers, preparation prior to pitching in a game and post so you can recover faster, baseball in Italy, issues they have with pitchers, pitchers who have signed professional contracts, Italian baseball history and his club Baseball Softball Club Rovigo One of the best baseball development organizations in Italy as well as around the world.

Coach Caliendo knows how luck he is to be in baseball over 40 years and traveling over 55 countries to speak to coaches. Also, this has helped him learn from coaches all over the world.

Coach Caliendo explains that he is so lucky to be in the game 45 years and especially to travel to over 55 countries to help coaches and learn from many.

🎙️ New Episode: From Army to the Ballfield — Leadership Lessons with Colonel Jeffrey J. Del FuocoThis week on Baseball Outside the Box, Peter Caliendo interviews Colonel Jeffrey J. Del Fuoco — U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.), attorney, baseball coach, and podcast host.They explore:⚾ Military discipline applied to baseball⚾ Coaching today’s athletes through failure⚾ Legal/ethical issues in youth sports⚾ His podcast mission & leadership journey🎧 LISTEN NOW:👉 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/baseballoutsidthebox

If Baseball is your passion and you are willing to sacrifice at a young age, go for it. If you can work for yourself, its a great way to go. Start your own business, a baseball school, online coaching, something new that no one else is doing, baseball & technology in the game, but financially you want to do well, it helps, so find your passion that also makes you good money. Take risks when you're young, do not let people tell you, that's crazy, can't be done, be careful who you trust.

Coach Caliendo on, is winning important? and what it teaches you. Plus, how you act when you lose, and what have you learned from that the loss so you can become better. WBSC Europe Baseball WBSC American Baseball Coaches Association USA Baseball Play Ball USA Peter Caliendo Caliendo Sports International Caliendo Sports International/Baseball Skills Development Coach

Just a past podcast to highlight the ones coming up. A great coach, teacher and person. You Tube https://www.youtube.com/@petercaliendo577 ALSO ON SPOTIFY

Past show, very educational, example of what to come with some of our shows on Baseball Outside the Box LISTEN NOW: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/baseballoutsidthebox

🎙️ New Episode: From Army to the Ballfield — Leadership Lessons with Colonel Jeffrey J. Del FuocoThis week on Baseball Outside the Box, Peter Caliendo interviews Colonel Jeffrey J. Del Fuoco — U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.), attorney, baseball coach, and podcast host.They explore:⚾ Military discipline applied to baseball⚾ Coaching today’s athletes through failure⚾ Legal/ethical issues in youth sports⚾ His podcast mission & leadership journey🎧 LISTEN NOW:👉 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/baseballoutsidthebox

Guest, Seattle Mariners Mental Skills Coach Kellen Lee Experienced Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) with a MA in Sport Psychology and a PhD in Performance Psychology. Looks to enhance human performance through deliberate training of Mental Performance Enhancement techniques to various populations such as elite athletes, military personnel, and organizations. Proficient in Spanish.Do Not Miss This Show!

One of the best radio shows for parents, players and coaches on all sports development is The Sports Doctor. Dr. Weil has some of the best experts in sports development. Formerly on Healthy Life Radio and was also on WDCB public radio in Chicago for over 20 years. He has written articles for many newspapers & magazines and is a frequent guest on other networks. And his new book, co-written with Sharkie Zartman, titled '#Hey Sports Parents! An Essential Guide for Any Parent with a Child in Sports' - is now available on Amazon! Join the Sports Doctor and his great guests for important topical information for injury free exercise, wellness and sports performance for both adults and kids. Frequent topics include, the role of the foot in sports, all aspects of sports medicine including, proper sports shoes, youth safety, health, wellness, and sports performance for both adults and children.

Want to learn about Chicago Cubs Minor League spring training and baseball running operations? Listen to this show. From Cubs Arizona spring training Kevin Graber shares with us some great ideas on the following. How he went from successful high school and college coach to running minor league spring training for a marquee franchise. 1st meeting with coaches in the system.1st meeting with all minor league players. How they evaluate their coaches. Working with coaches in the system. Baserunning coordinator, shares some great things in leads, steals, breaks. At 1st and second base. Technique, timing, distance and anticipation. 6 foot lead vs 12 feet. Different lead off left handed pitchers. Leads at second. Was to fundamentally train for this new system of leads and breaks. And much more. Your host Peter Caliendo Twitter @baseballout Instagram Caliendo.peter Facebook peter Caliendo

While in Serbia at the (WBSC Europe) World Baseball Softball Confederation European Congress Pete Caliendo is interview about ISG Baseball/Baseball for Good and the ABCA by his good friend with Serbian Baseball Nikola Woo. Lots of discussion of international baseball: Baseball For Good www.baseballforgood.org ISG Baseball www.isgbaseball.com American Baseball Coaches Association www.abca.org Caliendo Sports International www.caliendosportsinternational.com Your Host Peter Caliendo Email: [email protected] Twitter @baseballout Face Book Peter Caliendo LinkedIn: Peter Caliendo You Tube Peter Caliendo Instagram Caliendo.Peter

Get the inside scoop on Team USA in the 2023 World Baseball Classic from one of the coahes, Carlos Munoz. MLB Scouting School. Sabermetrics Presenter. BP Catcher 2017 World Series Champion Houston Astros. Played in Mexico and Venezuela. Was asked to be on both USA and Venezuela WBC teams, had to make a tough choice, Born Venezuela and moved here, now a US citizen. Been on the show before. Discussed many things: How he made the decision on picking which country he would represent. This is not an easy tournament, special rules, only a couple weeks, single elimination, how you navigated through it all. First time meeting the team of super stars and great coaches. Role in the bull pen as a coach and catcher. Different pitchers' preparations. What did you learn from the players and coaches. How the team jelled so much with so many super stars and possible big egos. Player you were really impressed with. How you guys dealt with after the big loss to Mexico. Mike Trout and how excited he was. Batting practice routines of the players. Pressure of throwing BP to all these super stars, how you dealt with it. Most explosive crowd/game. And much much more.

Wojo at 4 years olds moves with his family as missionaries to the Dominican Republic. Then off to Bucharest, Romania and he plays for their Little Team in the Little World Series in Kutno, Poland. Back to the USA at 12 years, plays high school baseball, multi-sport athlete, signs college scholarship with the Cidadel, gets drafted, makes it to the big leagues with Houston, plays 13 years in professional baseball, about 5 in the major leagues, retires in 2022 and goes to Caio, Egypt to help 2500 kids learn about the game.  These kids in the schools never played baseball. While in Cairo he sees that John Carlos Stanton is in Cairo on vacation, texts him and John Carlos comes and helps with the kids. What a life journey and Wojo is just getting started.  Your Host Pete Caliendo Twitter @baseballout Face Book Peter Caliendo Email: [email protected]

Historical conversation live from Ukraine with Baseball National Team Manager and Ukraine Baseball Federation Board member Oleg Boyko.  They discuss about the war in Ukraine, kids playing baseball, national teams traveling to other countries and how do they do all they do through this tough time.   Special thanks to ISG Baseball www.isgbaseball.com and Baseball for Good www.baseballforgood.org who for years have been helping Ukraine Baseball and continue to do so today.   This is a must listen episode. Know that whatever problems you may have in your life or baseball, may not even come close to your country being destroyed. They keep fighting, continue to do what they love, teach baseball, help kids stay focused on the game and less on the war.  The solders are true heroes as Oleg and other coaches will tell you, but these baseball coaches, officials and players in our eyes also are hero's and incredible people for fighting through these imaginable times.   If you can help support them, email Peter Caliendo at [email protected] for details.   We discuss:    The war.  How are they doing?  How they get through it daily?  How they manage to Travel to other countries with their national teams in baseball and softball. How they get funding to be able to continue and travel and play. Organizations like, ISG Baseball and Baseball for Good who help them financially, sending coaches to help and more.  Coming up project with ISG/Baseball for Good to take 50 baseball and softball Cadet players to Poland for a week of fun, games, training and more. And so much more to this conversation.   Your Host Peter Caliendo, " This was not an easy conversation to have knowing all that is going on in Ukraine" My heart goes out to all in Ukraine.  Face Book Peter Caliendo  Twitter: @baseballout    Email: [email protected]

This is an outstanding show with Jeremy Guthrie former MLB pitcher, 1st round pick, traveling to 38 countries working with players and coaches. Jeremy has a great passion for international baseball and giving back to the game. His understanding of working with players and coaches is incredible. There are many things discussed here that coaches, parents and players will take extremely valuable.   Just some of the things discussed:   His career from being a 3-sport athlete, his influence parents influence and a Japanese/American Mother from Hawaii.  Being discipline and consistent with his training since he was young.  Dealing with adversity.  Pitching movements.  Recovery routines.  Being on Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.  Never had any major injuries in his career, why?  Developing arm strength.  Throwing a football, how that helped his arm action.  Type of pitches to develop and when, why?  And so much more.   Your host Peter Caliendo  Email: [email protected]  Instagram: Caliendo.Peter  Twitter: @baseballout   Face Book: Peter Caliendo and Baseball Outside the Box

Here are the bullet points; Head Coach Stepinac HS JV      Baseball Scout - USA Baseball NE NTIS Presenter - USA Baseball      Community Clinics - Practice Planning & Time Management ABCA member / Published      contributor to Inside Pitch Magazine Evolution Baseball Club - Founder/Director      of Operations Clearing The Bases Podcast - We discuss all things related to the preparation and      development of youth baseball players, coaches and parents. Here is a little bit about Evolution Baseball - This is my startup organization that will work with baseball players ages 13 & 14 that have the talent, drive, dedication and commitment to take their game to the next level. The concept at Evolution Baseball is to teach our players the fundamentals of the game, build baseball IQ and strengthen mental performance in order to prepare them for HS baseball and beyond with experienced high school and college level coaches. We will hold several 2023 spring camps and select 2 travel teams to begin training/competing in the fall of 2023.

Coach Caliendo's Message " The Show Is Back!" plus: Apologies to our listeners, but life changes caused a delay in bringing shows to you, our move to Charlotte, NC and the former host company of our podcast closed down. We are now hosting our own show. Thanks to all in the USA and around the World, plus at ESPN Honolulu for your patience and understanding. Caliendo Sports Baseball/Softball Teams traveling to Italy/Dominican. New Senior League Baseball Fantasy Camp travels throughout Italy playing games and enjoying the culture. Off to WBSC Europe Congress in Serbia, then Hungary to work with coach. Coffee with Blackjack McDowell former CY and great coach. ISG Baseball coaches' conferences around the world, just returned from Rom, Italy, off to Peru for a coaches' conference.  Guests coming up,  JP Michaels of WBC Face Book page, over 100 k members on page. Nick Swisher Yankee World Series Champion. Jeremy Guthrie KC World Series Championship Pitcher. Justin Seager of Blast Motion covers MLB teams. John Miedreich one of the founders of the new Dubai league, Baseball United. Jimmy Finingeri, host of Clearing the bases podcast and top high school coach. Rick Eckstein former MLB hitting coach, brother of David Eckstein. Mickey Calloway former MLB Coach and so mnay more lined up. Plus a lot more going on. Thanks to all our listeners in the USA and around the world. Please share the show with others. Peter Caliendo Your Host

Short promo clip or Host Peter Caliendo and Head of MLB International Baseball Jim Small. Talking some international baseball.

Instructors at the WBSC Europe Winter League discuss some things they teach during the event and the importance of it.