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Let’s Talk Baseball – Next Round Please

billschiffler — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 05:01:07 +0000

Coach and Jill continue discussion on some very interesting playoff matchups. They have a neat story on the Rangers and Josh Hamilton along with a Bryce Harper update and statistical oddities for each of the 30 MLB teams. The classroom is on asking better questions to get better answers.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Halladay’s Day

billschiffler — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 05:01:23 +0000

Coach & Jill discuss Roy Halladay’s historic playoff opener as well as other playoff pitching performances. Coach is back with a rant on Lebron James. The classroom discussion is on words; words that coaches use and how they are frequently misunderstood and misapplied.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Don’t Just Be a Fan

billschiffler — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 05:01:02 +0000

This week Coach & Jill take you through 9 unresolved issues that will affect the playoffs. Samantha joins them to update you on the remaining 2010 calendar and in the classroom segment they provide an in depth lesson on how to analyze & learn from the playoffs rather than simply being a fan.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Pay Attention!

billschiffler — Mon, 27 Sep 2010 04:14:49 +0000

This week Coach & Jill have a neat story on several players whose perseverance has finally paid off. They also share two recent teachable moments from the baseball ranch tied to excuse making. And don’t miss the classroom segment as Coach Wolforth believes it’s the most important one yet.

Let’s Talk Baseball – USA Baseball Tryouts

billschiffler — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 04:12:11 +0000

Coach & Jill have some interesting information on shoulder & elbow injuries in major league baseball. They also share insights from their recent trip to Cary, NC for USA Baseball’s National Team tryouts and their classroom segment is titled “What have you done for me lately?”

Let’s Talk Baseball – Watch Your Coffee

billschiffler — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 04:23:32 +0000

Coach & Jill discuss more record breakers in baseball including Trevor Hoffman and his unique path to success. They also have a story on the unglamorous side of baseball along with Henry Aaron’s comments on steroids. And the classroom segment warns of the poison in your coffee.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Walking a Tightrope

billschiffler — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 05:01:48 +0000

Coach & Jill talk about playoff runs and teams faltering at the finish. They also have several baseball in the courtroom stories along with their Triple Crown watch and the 103mph man. Coach rants about the newest Bad News Bear in Baseball and the classroom topic is Walking a Tightrope.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Triple Crown

billschiffler — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 02:22:54 +0000

Coach & Jill take a look at the next young MLB superstar. They also talk about the exciting Triple Crown watch as well as how Major League baseball is missing the boat on their handling of young pitchers. Coach Rubinoff is back and discusses the importance of training both skill and ability.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Long Toss; Good for Development or Waste of Time?

billschiffler — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 15:18:13 +0000

Coach and Jill answer this question. They also discuss the 4 big issues Major League Baseball must deal with and they share a new opinion on what may have actually caused Lou Gehrig’s death. Lastly, they have news on some social media happenings at the ranch.

Let’s Talk Baseball – UCLA’s Trevor Bauer

billschiffler — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 14:08:49 +0000

Coach & Jill have an extended interview with the NCAA’s 2010 strikeout leader detailing his training & approach. They also have news on Chipper Jones and Roger Clemens and the classroom segment talks about tempo, both a pitcher’s personal internal tempo and the external game tempo.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Thriving at Showcases

billschiffler — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 15:58:17 +0000

Coach and Jill discuss details of the sale of the Texas Rangers, A Rod’s homerun record and rumors of Bryce Harper’s future. Coach also brings you some exclusive performances of 2010 and in the classroom segment they share the 6 Keys to Surviving & Thriving at Showcases.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Good Trade, Bad Trade

billschiffler — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 14:42:43 +0000

Coach & Jill discuss the big trades that took place at this year’s deadline along with some of the worst trades in history. They also comment on Stephen Strasburg being placed on the DL. In the classroom segment they talk about how the world has already decided your fate. Learn what it is.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Half Way There

billschiffler — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 15:30:46 +0000

Coach & Jill discuss the All-Star game and review their predictions for team standings at the mid way point. They also comment on the passing of two Yankee icons this past week, George Steinbrenner & Bob Sheppard. The classroom segment focuses on time off for players, when and how much.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Fenway vs. Yankee Stadium

billschiffler — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 05:01:44 +0000

Coach & Jill talk about their visits to these two esteemed ballparks. Baseball news covers some interesting statistics on pitch counts. Coach Rubinoff joins them to give his insights on the baseball ranch summer program and the classroom segment theme is Embracing the Challenge.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Cooperstown

billschiffler — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 05:01:12 +0000

Coach & Jill share their experience in Cooperstown including their visit to the Hall of Fame and Dreamspark. They discuss some fascinating obscure baseball records that could be set this year and the classroom outlines one of Coach’s students and his 15 year journey to the Big Leagues.

Let’s Talk Baseball – The Year of the Pitcher

billschiffler — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 05:01:57 +0000

Coach & Jill discuss the resurgence in pitching at the major league level including Stephen Strasburg’s big league debut. Coach rants about a new mercy rule put into place in a league in Canada and the classroom segment discusses a philosophical flaw that ruins players every year.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Perfect!?

billschiffler — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 05:01:41 +0000

Coach & Jill talk about the consequences from the blown call in Armando Galaraga’s recent bid for a Perfect Game. With almost three perfect games in a month, Coach Rubinoff joins them to discuss how hitting plays into the equation and the classroom focuses on a Return to Perfect in training.

Let’s Talk Baseball – The ‘D’ Word

billschiffler — Mon, 31 May 2010 05:01:16 +0000

Coach & Jill share some wild stories including a hazing incident and the monitoring of social media usage by college athletes. They also discuss the passing of Jose Lima and trade rumors surrounding Roy Oswalt. The classroom focuses on the ‘D’ word. Find out what it is and how it’s overused.

Let’s Talk Baseball – The Natural

billschiffler — Mon, 24 May 2010 05:01:09 +0000

Coach and Jill have a special guest this week to discuss an exciting new baseball reality TV show. Their new Beavis & Butthead segment inducts three players to the inaugural class. And the classroom segment shares how to advise on becoming a true leader on the field and in the club house.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Unwritten Rules of Baseball

billschiffler — Mon, 17 May 2010 01:24:42 +0000

Coach & Jill talk about Dallas Braden’s perfect game as well as his run-ins with A-Rod and Evan Longoria, spurring a discussion on the unwritten rules of baseball. They also cover recent record breaking performances and analyze the comment – most players have no hope.

Let’s Talk Baseball – What’s in the Water in Philly?

billschiffler — Mon, 10 May 2010 05:01:47 +0000

Coach and Jill have a couple more crazy baseball stories from Philadelphia. They also share thoughts on the passing of Tiger’s broadcaster Ernie Harwell. Coach is back with a rant you don’t want to miss and the classroom segment discusses how casualness leads to casualties.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Just A Bit Outside

billschiffler — Mon, 03 May 2010 04:20:01 +0000

Coach & Jill discuss Bob Uecker’s leave from baseball. They also opine on Ryan Howard’s new contract. Coach Marty Rubinoff joins them to dispel some conventional wisdoms on hitting and the classroom segment focuses on what makes Roy Hallady so successful and dealing with politics in baseball.

Let’s Talk Baseball – The Good, the Bad & the Ugly

billschiffler — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 05:01:26 +0000

Coach & Jill share a heart-warming story, a tragic story, one of bad judgment and one of horrendous behavior. They interview Al Dilz of Sports Sensors and discuss some inexpensive measurement tools for training. The classroom topic is double vision. Learn what it is & why it’s important.

Let’s Talk Baseball – USA Baseball

billschiffler — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 05:01:26 +0000

Coach & Jill interview USA Baseball Coach Don Freeman who’s coaching a national team few know exists. Baseball news covers Strasburg’s debut, Cliff Lee’s status and the struggles of David Ortiz and the Astros. The classroom segment provides an inside look at Pitching Central and the Baseball Ranch.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Strange Happenings in Baseball

billschiffler — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 05:01:10 +0000

Baseball news covers some unusual topics that most don’t hear about such as the Yankees/Brewers squabble, the six finger glove, and Tim Lincecum’s bobble head. Coach Wolforth has a special dedication this week and the classroom segment focuses on work ethic.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Banning the Curveball

billschiffler — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 06:06:38 +0000

Coach and Jill give their 2010 picks from Division rankings to World Series Champs. The classroom segment focuses on negative consequences of good intentions (ie banning the curveball) and Coach Rubinoff joins them for a hitting discussion on developing a hitter’s game plan.

Let’s Talk Baseball – The Freak Defense

billschiffler — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 05:01:06 +0000

Coach Wolforth’s rant bashes those using this defense. Baseball news covers the good and bad news for the Minnesota Twins and the controversy surrounding the A’s new stadium. The classroom segment discusses the book The Genius in All of Us and its specific applications to baseball.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Pujols, Will He Stay or Go?

billschiffler — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 05:01:32 +0000

The Wolforth’s take you through their week at Spring Training in Arizona. They also discuss Pujols’ trade talks as well as the controversy surrounding Rangers’ Manager Ron Washington. The classroom segment focuses on understanding and winning the Match up.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Strasburg’s Big Debut

billschiffler — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 05:09:11 +0000

Baseball news includes Stephen Strasburg, Joe Nathan’s injury and Yankee contracts. Coach and Jill are joined by former pro pitcher Brian Oates who shares some insight on minor league spring training and the classroom segment focuses on the significance of improving mindset 1-5%.

Let’s Talk Baseball – A-Rod Still With Off Field Issues

billschiffler — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:52:11 +0000

Jill & Coach discuss several Big Leaguers making news off the diamond. Performance Enhancement expert Eric Cressey joins them to talk about assessing and correcting athletes and this week’s classroom session focuses on balance and how it can actually be a BAD thing.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Spring Training Story Lines

billschiffler — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:29:05 +0000

Coach & Jill share some insights on Mike Lowell, Manny Ramirez and Bobby Cox. Don’t miss Ron’s rant on some professional coaches or the discussion on criticism. And finally, learn the simple mathematical formula for creating the proper reaction pressure in practice for hitters.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Spring Has Sprung

billschiffler — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 06:26:38 +0000

Are you getting the baseball itch? This week Coach and Jill discuss the opening of Spring Training. They also interview former Mets Trainer, Jeff Cavalier and talk about his Load to Explode Hitters Training Program. Finally, are you process or outcome oriented and which is better?

Let’s Talk Baseball – Undercover Coach

billschiffler — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 15:53:16 +0000

Coach & Jill challenge you to take a deeper look at what and how you train whether you’re a coach, parent or player. They also finish detailing the 11 critical variables that affect an athlete’s performance and Coach Rubinoff joins them to update everyone on his strobe glass training.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Athletes Are Like Snowflakes

billschiffler — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 06:47:28 +0000

Coach & Jill walk you through the first 6 of the 11 critical variables that affect an athlete’s performance. They also discuss the responsibilities a player has when faced with a bad situation and Coach Rubinoff joins them to talk about circuit training for hitters.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Getting Stronger, Good or Bad?

billschiffler — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 16:15:37 +0000

Jill & Coach discuss how getting stronger isn’t always good for a baseball player. Coach Rubinoff joins them to talk about some upcoming experimentations taking place at the ranch and Coach Wolforth comments on his second favorite pitch in baseball.

Let’s Talk Baseball – Should Practice Be Fun?

donalisaschiffler — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 03:53:13 +0000

Jill & Coach dive into how to make practices more enjoyable for players and coaches by identifying the four characteristics of fun. They also discuss their recent trip to Germany where Coach Wolforth was a speaker at the German Baseball Federation Coaches Clinic.

Let’s Talk Baseball – How Do You Start Your Day?

donalisaschiffler — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 22:12:36 +0000

Jill & Coach pose this question and talk about how it relates to them and you in baseball and life. They also dig into the Best of the Let’s Talk Baseball archives including a tribute to Coach John Scolinas and their spoof on the USSSA.

Let's Talk Baseball – The Myth of Praise

Adam W. Warner — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 05:00:00 +0000

This week Jill & Coach discuss praise, self esteem and self image and how they affect young athletes. They also interview the president of World Sport, David Eby. And finally they discuss the hottest topics at the 2010 ABCA coaches clinic in Dallas.

Let's Talk Baseball – Does Your Athlete React or Respond to Adversity?

Adam W. Warner — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 05:00:00 +0000

Jill & Coach suggest that how an athlete habitually replies to adversity or failure may very well be the difference maker in his/her career. They also visit with Resident Hitting Expert Marty Rubinoff about the keys to waking up the brain.

Let's Talk Baseball – Athletes Dialing 911?

Adam W. Warner — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 05:00:00 +0000

Jill & Coach ask the question How often do you dial 911 in your athletic career? Then they analyze its implications. Next, having some fun this week, they share their favorite sports movies and bring in the whole family to reveal some things you might not know about the Wolforths.

Let's Talk Baseball – All Tiger, All the Time

Adam W. Warner — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 05:00:00 +0000

Listen to Coach & Jill give a unique perspective on Tiger Woods. They also interview Paul Reddick who shares information on the new Load to Explode program. Finally, Coach Wolforth discusses the pitching challenge of velocity, command and arm health all at the same time.

Let's Talk Baseball – What Are You Prepared to Do?

Adam W. Warner — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 05:00:00 +0000

Jill & Coach pose this question and talk about how it ties to baseball and life. Coach Rubinoff joins the show to discuss slow motion training and the final segment covers velocity training for pitchers and the 12 variables that affect it.

Let's Talk Baseball – 2009 MVP Discussion

Adam W. Warner — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 05:00:00 +0000

Coach & Jill discuss Joe Mauer and Albert Puljos’ training regimens and what we can learn from them. They also dive into the 1999 MLB draft of which Puljos was a member and finally, they have a surprise guest who shares specifics on training at the Texas Baseball Ranch.

Let's Talk Baseball – "The Teaching Gap: Applying The Secrets of the Japanese Math Teacher to Your Baseball Athlete"

Adam W. Warner — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 05:00:00 +0000

This week Jill & Coach discuss The Teaching Gap a book detailing why Japanese and German Students are ahead of American students in Math…and expand on how we can apply what the authors found to the training of our baseball athletes. They also interview former professional umpire Tim Epling and talk about the umpiring gaffs in the Playoffs and World Series and get his take on Instant Replay.”

Let's Talk Baseball – "Rest for Pitchers: How Much & When"

Adam W. Warner — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 05:00:00 +0000

“This week Coach Wolforth & Marty Rubinoff pay tribute to national baseball treasure John Scolinas, who recently passed away. Jill & Coach talk about the recent MLB golden glove selections and we again go to the Let’s Talk Baseball classroom and discuss the concept of rest for the pitching athlete…regardless if he is a MLB starter or a Little Leaguer.”

Let's Talk Baseball – "Why Cliff Lee is Good"

Adam W. Warner — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:00:00 +0000

On this week’s show Coach & Jill take a look at what we can learn from Cliff Lee’s Game 1 World Series performance. Coach Marty Rubinoff joins them to give a hitter’s perspective on the topic and they finish with recent news surrounding women and baseball. It’s not just about the boys.

Let's Talk Baseball – "It's about Judgment"

Adam W. Warner — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 05:00:00 +0000

On this week’s show Coach & Jill discuss good and bad judgment and tie it into recent playoff umpiring gaffs. Marty Rubinoff joins them to talk about how to run an effective practice. Finally, Coach’s training tips for the week focus on the powerful book “Talent Code”.

Let's Talk Baseball – "Freedom of Speech"

Adam W. Warner — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 05:00:00 +0000

“On this week’s show, Coach & Jill share their thoughts on some recent sports crack downs of speech including the Rush Limbaugh/NFL event and the New York Yankees “God Bless America” singer. Coach also has an interview with professional pitcher Jon Huizinga that any pitcher dealing with adversity must listen to. And finally, what are the two most important words in training? Listen to find out!”

Let's Talk Baseball – "Dog Days of Summer"

Adam W. Warner — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 05:00:00 +0000

This week the Wolforth’s discuss tempers flaring in professional baseball along with another bad behavior coming to light. Finally you’ll hear an update on their USSSA battle. Find out what Ron was threatened with. You don’t want to miss it.

In the Voices From the Bleachers segment Jill proclaims Coach Wolforth the Czar of Youth Baseball and he talks about what he believes constitutes ‘Bad Baseball’.

Let's Talk Baseball – "You CAN Fight City Hall"

Adam W. Warner — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 05:00:00 +0000

On this week’s show Coach and Jill take USSSA Baseball, a major youth organization, to task over their duplicitous behavior at the recent Elite 32 World Series in Orlando. This is one you don’t want to miss as they shine a light on a ridiculous and dangerous rule the USSSA has in place. Also on the show they comment on some truly bizarre behaviors that were witnessed this past week.

In the “Voices From The Bleachers” segment, Coach Wolforth answers the question, “How can a pitcher reduce his risk of injury?”