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The RosterPilot Show

Patrick Jones

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Frequency: 1 episode/8d. Total Eps: 415

The RosterPilot Show is built for baseball and softball coaches who want to get better at evaluating, recruiting, developing, and managing their programs.

Hosted by Patrick Jones, former professional hitting coach and founder of RosterPilot, the show features conversations with college coaches, professional coaches, scouts, and other people shaping the game.

We go inside how coaches actually operate — from evaluating and recruiting players to player development, roster construction, managing a staff, and building a successful program.

You’ll hear real conversations about what’s working, what’s changing, and how coaches are adapting across every level of the game.

Evaluate. Recruit. Manage.

Learn more about RosterPilot at rosterpilot.com.

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Why 18-Year-Old Recruits Are Being Left Behind | ft. Colton Hann

Monday, September 21, 2026 • Duration 33:42

Colton Hahn is the hitting coach at Transylvania University and brings experience coaching at both the Division I and Division III levels.

In this episode, Colton shares his perspective on coaching and recruiting across different levels of college baseball, stories from his time in the game, and what makes Transylvania University and Lexington, Kentucky, a unique place for student-athletes.

We discuss:

The differences between coaching at the Division I and Division III levels
Colton’s approach to hitting and player development
Recruiting at the Division III level
Lessons and stories from his coaching career
What Transylvania University offers student-athletes
Building a career in college baseball

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Messiah University Head Coach: Phill Shallenberger

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 • Duration 40:04

In this episode, Phil Shallenberger shares insights on building a values-driven baseball program at Messiah, emphasizing character, culture, and strategic recruiting. He discusses how focusing on individual growth and team culture creates sustainable success and how parents and coaches can support young athletes.

Chapters

00:00 The Savannah Bananas Experience

03:00 Building a Culture at Messiah College

06:03 Recruitment Philosophy and Team Dynamics

09:10 The Importance of Character in Recruitment

11:57 Creating a Supportive Environment for Players

14:48 Niche and Identity of Messiah College Baseball

17:59 Facility Upgrades and Future Aspirations

22:18 Recruiting Strategies and Geographic Reach

26:04 Balancing Family and Coaching Life

30:07 Navigating Parental Involvement in Recruitment

37:17 Encouraging Youth Sports Participation and Identity

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Messiah College Baseball - https://www.messiah.edu

Phil Shallenberger on Twitter - https://twitter.com/philshallenberger

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The Pitching Secret No One is Talking About | Cam Lanzilli

Monday, July 13, 2026 • Duration 40:05

In this episode, I sit down with Cam Lanzilli, college pitching coach and former professional pitching development specialist with the Baltimore Orioles, to talk about what elite pitching development actually looks like behind the scenes and what most coaches and families are getting completely wrong.

Cam breaks down why recruiting pitchers who "throw strikes" is the wrong way to think about command, what focal point training is and why it changes everything, and how he uses data and movement profiles to develop pitchers individually rather than forcing them into a one size fits all system.

We also get into the Tommy John epidemic, why low volume training in the fall is actually the smartest thing a pitcher can do. He also mentions what he saw in a preferred walk-on that nobody else wanted that turned him into a scout magnet by the end of the season.

This conversation is a must listen for pitchers, parents, and coaches who want to understand what modern elite pitching development actually looks like and why uniqueness beats everything else in recruiting.

Topics Covered:

0:00 Intro

0:08 Is "recruit guys who throw strikes" actually true or just a social media trend

3:55 What acquiring strikes actually means and why zone rate alone is misleading

4:45 How focal point training works and why pitchers should stop throwing to their target

7:35 What the average pitch miss differential is in the MLB and what it means for development

8:39 What Cam would teach hitters knowing everything he knows as a pitching coach

10:35 A simple breakdown of focal point vs target and how pitchers can use it today

13:45 What Cam learned about patience from his mom being an English teacher

15:58 The biggest differences between developing college pitchers and professional pitchers

19:00 Why Cam keeps fall workloads intentionally low and what he is actually building toward

What It Really Takes to Pitch in the ACC | Clay Martin

Monday, July 6, 2026 • Duration 35:28

In this episode, I sit down with Clay Martin, pitching coach at the University of Pittsburgh, to talk about what it really takes to compete on the mound at the highest level of college baseball and what separates pitchers who get there from those who don't.

Clay breaks down his journey from Division III to the ACC, what he learned building one of the best pitching staffs in Division II at Seton Hill, and what the biggest adjustments have been in his first year coaching in the ACC at Pitt.

We also get into the development side, why Clay believes failure is the most underrated tool in a pitcher's growth, what he would do completely differently if he could coach young pitchers over again, and what he saw in national Pitcher of the Year Ian Korn before anyone else did.

This conversation is especially valuable for pitchers and families trying to understand what the jump to elite college baseball really looks like and what coaches are actually evaluating when they recruit at the highest level.

Topics Covered:

0:00 Intro

0:05 What it was like competing at the ACC Tournament for the first time

2:00 The biggest adjustments Clay has made coaching in the ACC at Pitt

3:47 How TrackMan is changing the strike zone in college baseball and what it means for pitchers

5:45 What made Seton Hill one of the best Division II programs in the country

7:37 The biggest lesson Clay took from his time at Seton Hill

8:57 What is Seton Hill's secret sauce for recruiting good players year after year

10:51 The real talent difference between Division II and ACC baseball

13:00 How Clay recruits pitchers to fit the park and the program at Pitt

14:37 Is struggling to put hitters away a mental problem or a mechanical one

16:09 Command first or velocity first and which pitcher Clay would rather recruit

Why Command Beats Velocity Every Time | Nick Flesher

Monday, June 29, 2026 • Duration 34:57

In this episode, I sit down with Nick Flesher, recruiting coordinator and pitching coach at Milligan University, to talk about what it really takes to get recruited as a pitcher and what college coaches are actually evaluating when they get you on the phone.

Nick breaks down how Milligan builds their recruiting classes, why transparency with recruits matters more than selling a dream, and how their unique stackable aid system makes a high-academic school more affordable than most families expect.

We also get deep into the development side, why Nick doesn't call pitches during games, how he builds relationships with pitchers before he builds their mechanics, and what he's learned from being wrong in front of his players.

This conversation is especially valuable for pitchers, parents, and families trying to understand what coaches are really listening for during that first phone call and what separates the guys who get offers from the ones who don't.

Topics Covered:

0:00 Intro

0:04 What late May looks like for a coaching staff after the season ends

1:02 Why JUCO guys wait longer to commit and how Milligan operates around that

2:09 How Milligan's recruiting process works across all three coaches

3:35 The stackable aid system and how Milligan makes tuition more affordable

4:41 How late Milligan will go on a recruiting class and why

6:00 FaceTime campus tours and how Nick started using them for out of state recruits

7:22 Nick's personal portal journey from JUCO to Southeastern Louisiana to Tuskegee

8:26 Why Milligan is fully transparent with recruits about roster spots and roles

9:33 What Nick listens for the moment a pitcher picks up the phone

11:00 Why Milligan doesn't call pitches and the thumbs in vs index out philosophy

The Mental Side of Hitting No One Talks About | Justin Ebert

Monday, June 22, 2026 • Duration 38:13

In this episode, I sit down with Justin Ebert, hitting coach and recruiting coordinator at Greensboro College, to talk about what it really takes to develop as a hitter at the college level and what high school players and families should be doing right now to prepare.

Justin shares how his background in psychology shapes the way he communicates with hitters, why mental resilience matters just as much as mechanics, and how he builds individualized routines that set guys up for success from day one.

We also get into the recruiting side of things, how Greensboro evaluates players, what intangibles they look for beyond tools and stats, and how the transfer portal has changed the landscape for high school showcases.

This conversation is especially valuable for high school players and families who want to understand what college coaches are actually looking for and how development, attitude, and fit can matter more than rankings or division level.

Topics Covered:

0:00 Intro

0:53 Justin's origin story and path from player to coach

3:46 Why psychology changed how Justin coaches and communicates

4:45 How he helps hitters manage failure and stay mentally even

6:10 The biggest gap for incoming freshmen, building a routine

7:31 How Justin builds individual drill routines for each hitter

8:30 Tee work and underhand toss philosophy at Greensboro

9:55 Where Justin learned his hitting philosophy and who influenced him

11:13 Using visual cues instead of mechanical adjustments

11:48 Batter's box positioning and two-strike approach

14:38 Justin's experience playing travel baseball with the Canes

16:31 What Justin learned coaching travel ball with Team Elite and the Canes

What It Really Takes to Play Baseball at Harvard | Nate Cole

Monday, June 8, 2026 • Duration 27:13

In this episode, I sit down with Nate Cole, recruiting coordinator and pitching coach at Harvard University, to talk about what it actually takes to play baseball at one of the most selective schools in the country.

Nate walks through Harvard’s recruiting process, what they look for academically, how they evaluate players beyond stats and rankings, and why being a great student alone is not enough to play at the Division 1 level.

We also get into the development side of Harvard baseball, including how Nate works with pitchers, how they use technology and data, why some players need more simplicity instead of more information, and what separates players who succeed at the college level.

This conversation is especially valuable for players and families who want to understand the balance between academics, baseball ability, work ethic, and finding the right fit in the recruiting process.

Topics Covered:

What Harvard looks for in baseball recruits

How academics filter the recruiting process

Why GPA, SATs, and AP classes matter

The importance of challenging yourself early in high school

How Harvard evaluates players in person

Why Harvard recruits nationally for small classes

What families misunderstand about Ivy League recruiting

Why being “an Ivy League kid” is not specific enough

The type of player Harvard baseball wants

Why players need to be self-driven

How Nate develops pitchers at Harvard

Using technology, data, and video in player development

Why some players overthink and need to simplify

The role of passion, work ethic, and love for baseball

Maryville Head Coach Clint Helton

Monday, May 25, 2026 • Duration 54:08

In this episode, I sit down with Maryville College head coach Clint Helton to talk about Division III baseball, recruiting, player development, and what it really takes to build a winning program.

Clint shares his path from playing at Maryville to becoming the head coach, how the program has grown, and what he looks for when recruiting players. We also dive into the misconceptions around Division III baseball, why the right people matter as much as talent, and how Maryville has built a culture where players take ownership of their development.

We also get into pitching strategy, why pitchability matters more than velocity at certain levels, how Maryville uses data, and what makes the school and Knoxville/Maryville area such a unique place to play college baseball.

Show Notes

Clint’s background as a Maryville player and coach
His transition from assistant coach to head coach
What he would tell his younger coaching self
Why recruiting is about finding the right player and the right person
How Maryville evaluates makeup during the recruiting process
What high school players misunderstand about Division III baseball
Why D3 baseball can be much better than people think
The importance of self-directed work outside team practice
How Maryville structures its fall development period
Why pitchability, command, and off-speed usage matter
How Maryville’s staff tracks competitive pitches and uses data
What makes Maryville College and the surrounding area appealing
The history of Maryville baseball, including its 150th season

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Clint Helton: @CHelt29

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What Parents Get Wrong About Recruiting | Steve Rodriguez

Monday, May 18, 2026 • Duration 52:19

In this episode, I sit down with former Division 1 head coach Steve Rodriguez to talk about recruiting, player development, leadership, and what actually separates players at the college level.

Steve shares lessons from decades in baseball—from coaching at the highest levels of college baseball to developing relationships with players, assistant coaches, and families throughout the recruiting process.

We dive into the mental side of player development, why communication matters more than most people realize, and the biggest mistakes players and parents make during recruiting.

This conversation goes way beyond mechanics and tools—it’s about mindset, adaptability, leadership, and understanding how successful players actually operate.

Topics Covered:

Traits successful college players consistently have

Why some players respond to coaching—and others don’t

Biggest recruiting red flags from both players and parents

Why body language matters so much to college coaches

The importance of learning how to fail and adapt

How Steve evaluated recruits beyond stats and metrics

Why communication is one of the most underrated skills in recruiting

The role parents should (and shouldn’t) play in the recruiting process

Transfer portal realities and common mistakes players make

NIL, scholarships, and making long-term decisions

Why development paths are rarely linear

What assistant coaches need to do to grow professionally

The importance of hip mobility, speed, and nutrition for players

Key Takeaways

JUCO Coach Jimmy Martin on What It Really Takes to Get Recruited

Monday, May 4, 2026 • Duration 36:33

Jimmy Martin, a college baseball coach at North Lake College, comes on the show to break down what actually matters in recruiting, player development, and making it to the next level.

Jimmy gives a behind-the-scenes look at how college coaches evaluate players, what makes players stand out (and what instantly turns coaches off), and why so many players struggle to move up levels—even when they have the talent.

If you’re a player, parent, or coach trying to understand how recruiting really works, this episode is packed with real, practical insight.

Jimmy's Twitter: https://x.com/_CoachJMartin

Patrick's Twitter: https://x.com/pjonesbaseball

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