Tom Caputo is the head baseball coach at St. Joseph’s University on Long Island, leading the Golden Eagles to back-to-back Skyline Conference championships and NCAA Regional appearances. A former Division I captain, Atlantic-League player, and Division II head coach, he’s built winning programs at every level. He’s also the co-founder of the Long Island Junior Ducks travel baseball organization.

00:00 Intro
07:33 Understanding and Relating to Different Experiences
12:49 Navigating Life Decisions and Societal Pressures
18:58 The Impact of Technology on Relationships
30:51 Navigating the Recruitment Landscape
40:09 The Role of No in Personal Growth
41:17 The Responsibility of Coaches as Mentors
41:38 Lessons from Beach Workouts
48:33 Measuring Success Beyond Wins and Losses
53:35 Nurturing All Players, Not Just the Stars
01:04:55 The Role of Dialogue in Development
01:10:40 Self-Improvement and Personal Accountability
01:15:52 Navigating Player Development and Evaluation
01:22:48 The Balancing Act of Coaching and Personal Life
01:44:59 Finding Balance Between Coaching and Family Life
01:53:11 The Importance of Relationships
01:58:16 Adapting Teaching Methods
02:08:44 Balancing Authority and Understanding
02:13:59 Staying Active and Agile as an Athlete
02:28:07 The Journey of Physical Transformation
02:34:47 Breathing and Its Impact on Health
02:42:35 The Slow Kill of Poor Diet Choices
02:47:37 Navigating Family Health Decisions
02:57:14 The Influence of Curiosity on Health
03:01:17 Podcast Outro.

Dwayne Page is a college baseball coach at St. Joseph’s University on Long Island and co-host of this podcast. He’s played a key role in building championship cultures and has extensive experience in youth leadership development.

00:00 Intro
05:58 The Journey into Coaching and Personal Growth
14:52 Early Baseball Experiences and Influences
24:07 Transitioning to Competitive Travel Baseball
32:54 Intense Youth Baseball Experiences and Lessons Learned
40:15 The Love for the Game
55:11 The Importance of Team Dynamics
01:13:04 The Journey of a Catcher
01:19:26 Navigating College Recruitment
01:25:22 Finding My Path in College Baseball
01:36:29 The College Experience Begins
01:44:31 Growth Through Adversity
01:54:53 Overcoming Adversity and Finding Opportunity
02:01:54 Transitioning to Coaching and Leadership
02:08:57 Building a Strong Team Culture
02:15:40 Navigating Academic Challenges and Personal Growth
02:22:58 The Search for a New Direction
02:30:48 The Final Season and Reflections on the Journey
02:37:02 Emotional Moments: The Impact of Team Dynamics
02:43:20 Building Relationships: Coaching at Ulster Community College
03:00:50 Embracing Learning: The Journey of a College Coach
03:08:42 Podcast Outro

Kyle Brennan is a former Division I catcher at the University at Buffalo and a professional baseball coach. He is the founder of Brennan Performance, a business focused on athlete development, and currently works as a low-A hitting coach.

00:00 Intro
05:11 Parenting and Coaching: Lessons from a Dog's Swim
11:07 The Role of Trust in Coaching and Parenting
16:53 The Influence of Family and Environment on Sports
23:05 Role Models in Baseball: Finding Inspiration
31:22 The Journey to Becoming a Catcher
38:06 Transitioning to Travel Baseball
45:05 Self-Assessment and Competition
55:05 The Role of Training and Motivation
01:00:04 Influence of Coaches and Parental Support
01:07:11 The Journey of Self-Discovery
01:15:49 Perceptions vs. Reality in Baseball
01:24:51 Navigating College Decisions
01:39:00 Becoming a Division I Athlete
01:45:37 Understanding What Coaches Look For
01:51:34 Transitioning from Player to Leader
01:58:36 Injury and Its Impact on Career Path
01:59:00 The Shift to Exercise Science and Physical Therapy
02:10:40 Recognizing Talent: The Journey Begins
02:18:27 Transitioning to Coaching: Embracing New Roles
02:25:16 Building a Brand: The Catching Machine
02:30:19 Navigating Identity: The Shift from Player to Coach
02:36:15 Professional Growth: Coaching in the Minor Leagues
02:48:30 Finding Purpose: The Journey to Double A Coaching
02:54:26 Navigating Career Decisions in Baseball
03:02:22 The Importance of Skills Acquired Along the Journey
03:07:57 The Ongoing Journey of Growth and Learning
03:13:59 The Role of Character in Career Opportunities
03:16:46 Podcast Outro.