Explore every episode of the podcast Baseball Opps with TopV

Checkout the latest Podcast with Steven Lacey who went from college baseball to Coastal Plains League to the American Association.

In this episode, Dr. Ryan Crotin, Jordan Oseguera, and Brent Pourciau go over coaching pitchers in the moment. This is based more on an in-season approach to coaching pitchers.

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In this episode, I interview Francisco Gonzalez who is recovering from labrum and rotator cuff surgery while running TopVelocity San Marco. He is also building great Spanish content on TopV Latino. 

In this episode of the Baseball Opps Podcast, you will learn the process to develop healthy pitching velocity from the youth level to the adult level.

In this episode of the Baseball Opps Podcast with TopVelocity I go over what it takes to find and establish your purpose in life to achieve your goals and dreams in baseball.

In this episode of the Baseball Opps Podcast, I go over in-season training secrets to increase pitching velocity with retired 100mph MLB pitcher Cody Hall.

In this episode of the Baseball Opps Podcast with TopV I cover the science behind running poles and how it is detrimental to your power development as a baseball player.

In this episode of the Baseball Opps Podcast with TopVelocity Brent Pourciau goes over the science that finds Olympic Lifting the best training lifts for increasing pitching velocity, throwing health, and command.

In this episode of the Baseball Opps Podcast with TopVelocity, I go over why pitching velocity is so an important component of talent in baseball and how it is connected to all other important variables of elite pitching.

In this episode of the Baseball Opps Podcast with TopVelocity I go over the science of long tossing for pitching performance and arm health. 

In the Baseball Opps podcast, I interview the CEO of Crossover Symmetry & ArmCare.com Duggan Moran on how he got started and his mission to improve the health of baseball.

In this episode, Dr. Ryan Crotin goes over the foundation of Arm Care and why ArmCare.com is helping to educate and monitor arm health.

In this episode, you will learn some of the key FACTS showing why the conventional wisdom in baseball has a poor understanding of using the Olympic Lifts for performance enhancement in the skills of pitching, throwing, and hitting.

Join SportsForce CEO & Founder Andrew Beinbrink for our 1st Player Development Series with some of the top pitching coaches in the world:

Brent Pourciau - Top Velocity @TopVelocity Jason Hirsh - Fast Arm Care @FastBaseball Jon “Zinger” Huizinga - Fuel Factory @CoachZinger

Key Topics Covered:

• At-Home Training Advice
• Online Technology for Remote Training
• Biomechanics VS. Pitching Theory
• Elite Pitching Development
• Weighted Balls & Velocity Training
• Technology & Remote Training & Video
• Final Takeaways for Players & Coaches

In this episode, Manual Therapist Shawn Kitzman and I talk about the importance of developing the feet as the foundation of movement. Shawn helps athletes stay healthy, recover from injuries and improve performance. He started his practice in ’00 and has worked with amateur, collegiate and professional athletes. To learn more about Shawn visit his website http://www.shawnkitzman.com/

In this episode, I interview Andrew Beinbrink ex-MiLB player and CEO of Sports Force. We talk about the challenges of College recruiting and the secrets to having success in nailing the perfect college opportunity. This is a must-listen for players or parents who are going through or planning to go through the recruiting process. 

In this episode, I interview the Legendary BioMechanist Dr. Glenn Fleisig on the evolution or revolutionary of biomechanics in baseball. Dr. Glenn Fleisig is the Research Director at the American Sports Medicine Institute. We talk about proper pitching mechanics, mechanics that can cause injury, weighted baseball training, long toss training, will we see anyone throwing harder than 105mph and how to become a BioMechanist in baseball. This is an epic podcast that I hope every player, parent, and coach will listen too.

Go here to learn more about the field of BioMechanics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPPp08XvI0E

In this episode, I interview a Medical Doctor Ryan Hess on the best advice for pitchers to survive the rigors of baseball. We talk about how to find good advice in your career, the future of player development in baseball, extreme throwing programs, weight training for pitchers, anti-inflammatories and much more great advice. Highly recommend for young pitchers, coaches and parents.

In this episode, I interview Spike Richards on training elite baseball players. We talk programming, weighted baseball training and more. Spike Richards currently is the head strength and conditioning coach at South Central Sports Medicine and Sports Performance. Below is more of his accomplishments.

• 2015 Silver Medalist Masters Nationals 40-44 age group 85k Class
• 2017 Bronze Medalist Masters Nationals 40-44 age group 94 Class
• 4 time World Finals Qualifier
• CrossFit Level 1 Certified
• USAW Certified Coach

In this episode, I interview my mentor and strength coach who saved and helped me build my professional baseball career post rotator cuff surgery, Kurt Hester. Kurt Hester is the head strength and conditioning coach at Louisiana Tech and helped build the legacy of LSU baseball from the 1990s. He talks about his new book coming out and his latest invention to protect baseball players arms. We get into the truth about the poor education of player development and what needs to change to protect athletes from poor coaches. 

In this episode, I interview Diamond Kinetics Kyle Bennett on their latest baseball technology called the PitchTracker. This app with baseball loaded sensor gives metrics like Spin Rate, Spin Direction, Velocity, Extension and much more. To get up to date on the technology that is driving the advancements in the game of baseball listen to the podcast now.

In this episode, 5 year NFL Linebacker Michael Mauti talks about how he overcame the challenges of playing at Penn State after the scandals, overcoming 3 knee surgeries and 3 stomach surgeries to remove his colon while building an impressive NFL career. He teaches how important it is to learn your body, how to prepare yourself for the highest level and he helps you understand that it is all a matter of will power. One of the best interviews on the podcast that will give you a whole new perspective on the game and motivate you to become the best version of yourself. 

Today’s episode features sport performance coach and consultant, Walt Cline.  He is the founder of AMPS Training Systems.  Coach Cline has served as an assistant athletics coach, private coach and consultant to teams and programs at multiple levels in the USA. His athletic projects include thousands of prospective scholastic athletes, collegiate athletes and professional athletes.  Cline’s work and contracts are based primarily on movement biomechanics, team Sports, throwing & striking sports, speed development, strength & conditioning and curriculum design.

 

 

In this episode, I interview Chuck Wolf, MS, FAFS on his book called Insights Into Functional Training Principle, Concepts and Application. The book is based on an understanding of the continuous thread of connective tissue, adjacent muscles, and soft tissue, we can view motion and begin to ask the very important questions of what?…how?…when?…why? These concepts are important for all baseball players to not only stay healthy in this abusive game but to have a long baseball career.

In this episode, I interview Bobby Stroupe who is the Founder and President of ATHLETE Performance Enhancement Center (APEC).  He has trained great athletes like the NFL MVP Patrick Mahomes and MLB Superstar Michael Kopech. In this episode, we talk about the better approach to player development and the future of baseball performance enhancement.

You can learn more about Coach Bobby here: https://www.apecgo.com/bobby-stroupe

In this podcast, I talk with Dana Cavalea on his new book the Habits of a Champion. Coach Dana Cavalea is a highly sought after High-Performance Coach. He spent the majority of his career as the Director of Performance for the New York Yankees. In 2009, he led the team to a World Series Championship. That year, he was voted by his peers as the top Strength Coach in Major League Baseball, receiving the Nolan Ryan Award. Currently, in addition to working with high-level athletes, coaches, CEOs, and executives, he is an International speaker and consultant helping corporate workforces, sports teams, universities, and organizations to optimize their overall performance through his 5-Drivers of Performance Framework. 

You can Purchase his book here: Habits of a Champion

In this episode, we discuss the proper biomechanics of pitching and why baseball continues to have such a high injury rate. Chris Marlo owns and operates Light Tower baseball in Gainsville Florida. He is a Physical Therapist and a Baseball instructor/trainer. Dr. Kevin Farmer is an Associate Professor, Orthopedic Surgery Sports Medicine, and Team Physician, University of Florida. Team Orthopaedic surgeon for 18 National Championships so far. 

In this episode, Dr Sean Pastuch lets loose and shares his knowledge of what it takes to be success and pain-free in baseball, business and life. Dr. Sean Pastuch is the CEO of Active Life RX and has written a book called You Can Do Anything which will be out very soon.

In this episode, we talk to the CEO of 4D Motion Sports about the future of Baseball 3D technology. He has the most advanced 3D motion system on the market today and we walk you through how simple it is to implement and use to enhance the skills of baseball.

In this episode, we discuss the current major changes to baseball that are being tested by the MLB in the Atlantic Independent Baseball League. Brian Haldane is a radio producer and sports broadcaster in the Baton Rouge, LA area and just happens to be one of my oldest friends. This podcast is very informative and funny! Hope you will listen! 

Listen to Chad Hilsman story at 17 years old when he had to go under the knife to replace his UCL. He lost over a 1 of his youth in baseball repairing his arm which has made it very difficult for him to live his dream in this game. Youth arm injuries are still on the rise (see chart below) and the problem is the game is still poorly informed or educated on how to develop young throwing athletes.

Ulnar collateral ligament reconstructions (Andrews Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center).

    Youth and High School Year Total (No.) No. % 1994 6 0 0 1995 21 2 10 1996 31 1 3 1997 23 1 4 1998 43 5 12 1999 65 12 18 2000 93 17 18 2001 93 17 18 2002 110 19 17 2003 172 45 26 2004 174 35 20 2005 153 42 27 2006 140 36 26 2007 125 38 30 2008 103 33 32 2009 121 34 28 2010 131 41 31 Total 1607 374 23

In this episode, John Madden talks about baseball career and the best approach for developing young baseball players in today's game. You can follow him on his legendary YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/YouGoPro

In this episode, I interview Dr. Chris McKenzie about his new book called Unleash Your Pitching Velocity: The 3-Step System To Throwing Harder and Maximizing Command So You Can Make The Team of Your Dreams. We talk about pitching injury, how to's, weighted baseball training and his BASE-3 pitcher evaluation system.

Follow this link to learn more about his book: www.UnleashPitchingVelocity.com

In this episode Thomas Casey tells his story on why he formed a faith-based baseball academy called Unearthed in Tampa, FL. to help the fatherless areas of Tampa who have limited access to mentor figures in their lives. Learn more about his academy and how to help!

In this episode, Jon Huizinga and Brent Pourciau discuss what has been the big changes in baseball player development for 2018. Zinga discusses the beginning of Fuel Factory Baseball in Arizona and its future. You can learn more about the Fuel Factory at FuelFactorySports.com

On this episode of the Baseball Opps Podcast, we talk about Coaches rights to analyze MLB Players online in 2018. This is in reaction to the Trevor Bauer vs TopVelocity Lawsuit that was just filed. Trevor Bauer claims TopV has used his likeness in video analysis to damage his image and hurt his business. Listen to the podcast to learn more!

Learn how Angel Lugo and Jon Huizinga developed potential 1st Round Draft picks Lenny Tores Jr along and Mathew Liberatore in a similar system. This is a must listen for all aspiring young baseball players and coaches to learn this revolutionary approach that is changing the game of baseball.

Potential 1st Round Draft Pick and MLB Hopeful Matthew Liberatore has trained with Coach Zinger sense he was 12. He has built him from the ground up and what a potential superstar he is. Learn about the process and the future for the young lefty on the Baseball Opps Podcast with TopV.

Josh started his physical therapy career as a coach for high school and middle school basketball. He then went on to be the physical therapist for a semi-professional hockey team in Las Vegas. Josh's specialty lies in movement analysis and a hands-on approach to rehabilitating any sports and orthopedic injury. He recently distinguished himself by becoming a board-certified orthopedic specialist (O.C.S.) and plans on taking his sports board specialty next year. He is also a certified strength and conditioning specialist (C.S.C.S.).

Dr. Alex Manga discusses the latest research proving high intent weighted baseball training physically shortens pitching careers. Dr. Mange has a PhD in Organizational Evaluation, Research and Measurement from Western Michigan University, 2016.

Anthony G. Jay, PH.D., is the President of the International Medical Research Collaborative, a non-profit organization based in Boston that trains medical students from around the globe. He is also the CEO of the AJ Consulting Company, which specializes in improving people's lives via scientific consulting, speaking, and personalized DNA analysis. Dr. Jay has a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Boston University of Medicine and a B.A. with a double major in Biology and Theology from Ave Maria University, Florida.

Darrell Coulter focuses 100% of pitchers energy on the Intellectual Understanding of PITCH COMMAND and “the Real Secret” the Absolute Certainty it takes to pitch under extreme pressure and get the best Major League hitters in the world out consistently. To learn more about his programs visit http://www.starttpitching.com

We interview one of the pioneers of pitching instruction online Paul Reddick. You can check him out at PaulReddickBaseball.com

In this episode of Baseball Opps with TopV we interview Joel Hartman with Prospect Dugout. 

We interview Trent Mottice about how year-round travel baseball and extreme weighted ball velocity training ended his career.

In this interview, with Long Island Ducks Pitching Coach Billy Horn, he shares the secrets to baseball recruiting and a simple services to start networking. Checkout his website at http://www.meetaprospect.com

In the episode 7 of the Baseball Opps with TopV we interview Joe Manders with Athalonz and learn about how they are revolutionizing baseball with ground up technology.

You can learn more of the science of weighted balls here: https://www.topvelocity.net/weighted-baseball-training-science/

You can purchase the VeloPro Systems Harness here: http://www.topvelocity.biz/velopro-systems-harness/

In episode 4 we interview CEO of Pocket Radar Steve Goody on how he built the radar that has revolutionized the game.