Chris Reyes is the founder of Athelite Player Development, CatcherMTRX, and the Catchers Summit. He’s heavily involved with USA Baseball, Evolution Events, Metro Scout Day, and runs a leadership development company focused on building better athletes, coaches, and people.

00:00 Intro
06:26 Managing Emotions in Youth Sports
09:24 The Role of Parents and Coaches
12:24 Cultural Shifts in Youth Baseball
15:27 Developing Leaders Through Baseball
18:27 Personal Journey and Motivation
24:55 The Journey to Confidence and Influence
27:44 Building a Supportive Circle
31:03 The Importance of Prioritizing People
32:02 First Steps Towards Growth
34:42 Learning from Mistakes
37:39 The Role of Experience in Learning
39:53 Creating Reachable Moments
43:52 The Power of Competition
48:19 Developing Competitive Nature in Youth
01:04:26 Cultural Conditioning and Conversations
01:08:34 The Impact of Early Competition
01:12:40 Balancing Competition and Development
01:16:55 Defining Wins Beyond Trophies
01:20:35 The Importance of Little Wins
01:25:41 Creating a Positive Coaching Culture
01:28:33 The 8% Concept: Fostering Excellence
01:38:10 The Impact of Social Media on Young Athletes
01:43:51 Navigating Leadership Dynamics in Coaching
01:50:31 The Importance of Trust and Influence in Coaching
01:56:42 Building a Sustainable Coaching Career
02:02:50 Creative Freedom and Time Management in Coaching
02:09:10 Innovative Media Coverage for Youth Sports
02:16:36 Podcast Outro

Nick Fanti is a professional left-handed pitcher with an incredible story. He’s pitched for the Philadelphia Phillies organization, for Team Italy in the World Baseball Classic, and most recently with the Long Island Ducks.

00:00 Introduction
03:22 The Transition to Competitive Play
09:05 The Balance of Sports and Burnout
26:40 Recruitment Challenges and Growth
32:21 Overcoming Early Challenges in Baseball
38:22 The Mental Grind of Pitching
44:01 Process Over Results
50:46 Commitment to College Baseball
56:53 Pitching in Front of Scouts
01:04:31 Draft Day Experience
01:12:11 The Journey of Competing and Growth
01:17:17 Understanding Personal Identity and Work Ethic
01:20:27 The Draft Experience and Public Speaking Challenges
01:29:07 The Decision: College vs. Pro Ball
01:34:24 Transitioning to Professional Baseball
01:40:35 Adjusting to Life as a Pro
01:46:02 Development and Overcoming Adversity
01:58:09 Injuries and Comebacks
02:14:55 The Road Ahead: Future Aspirations
02:23:48 Rebuilding and Rediscovering Passion for Baseball
02:35:35 Coaching and Mentoring the Next Generation
02:45:13 Reflections on Personal Growth and Future Aspirations
02:56:03 Podcast Outro

Sean O’Neill is the owner of One Mental Performance, consulting elite professional and college athletes across sports.

00:00 Intro
05:02 Navigating the End of the School Year
08:03 Building Trust and Commitment in Education
11:01 The Importance of Choices and Behaviors
13:50 Maintaining Standards and Accountability
17:05 Above the Line vs Below the Line Behaviors
20:09 The Dynamics of Team Culture and Leadership
23:01 The Impact of Player Awareness and Communication
26:15 The Role of Individual vs Group Conversations
29:12 The Changing Landscape of College Baseball
40:59 Maximizing Limited Practice Time
47:11 Preparing for Playoffs: Mental Strategies
54:16 The Importance of Consistency and Routine
01:03:48 Shifting from Player Two to Player One
01:19:44 Mindfulness and Performance in Sports
01:22:11 The Power of Mindfulness in Daily Life
01:26:19 Mindfulness in Athletics: A Game Changer
01:32:02 Integrating Mindfulness into Training Routines
01:36:27 Building a Culture of Mindfulness Among Athletes
01:41:43 The Importance of Mindfulness in Performance
01:42:56 Podcast Outro