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Patrick Jones Baseball

Patrick Jones Baseball

By: Patrick Jones
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Summary

I’m Patrick Jones, a former hitting coach in the Orioles organization — now I help high school baseball players get recruited to play college baseball.

On this show, I break down how the recruiting process really works. Each week, I interview college coaches, pro players, and insiders to help players and parents understand what it takes to get seen, get evaluated, and get offers. We cover everything from navigating the transfer portal and building exposure, to standing out at camps, managing communication with coaches, and making smart recruiting decisions.

If you want to play college baseball — and you’re serious about the process — this podcast is for you.


Get free weekly recruiting tips straight to your inbox: https://patrickjonesbaseball.com/recruit

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Episodes
  • What Parents Get Wrong About Recruiting | Steve Rodriguez

    What Parents Get Wrong About Recruiting | Steve Rodriguez
    May 18 2026

    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

    Great players refuse to stay stuck

    The best competitors are obsessed with improvement

    Recruiting is about much more than talent alone

    Players need to focus on development—not just labels and rankings

    Parents can either help the process… or completely derail it


    Follow Steve on Twitter: https://x.com/UTCoachRod

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

    JUCO Coach Jimmy Martin on What It Really Takes to Get Recruited
    May 4 2026

    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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    37 mins
  • Why Most Hitters Fail: Movement Patterns, Not Mechanics | Doug Latta & Dr. Ismael Gallo

    Why Most Hitters Fail: Movement Patterns, Not Mechanics | Doug Latta & Dr. Ismael Gallo
    Apr 27 2026
    In this episode, I’m joined by Doug Latta and Dr. Ismael Gallo for a deep dive into one of the most misunderstood areas of baseball: player development.We break down why most hitters struggle—not because of mechanics, but because of flawed movement patterns that are developed early and reinforced over time. From youth baseball to the highest levels of the game, this conversation challenges a lot of conventional thinking around hitting, training, and long-term development.Doug shares insights from decades of working with hitters at every level, while Dr. Gallo explains the science behind movement, coordination, and how the body actually learns to perform in game environments.If you’re a player, parent, or coach trying to understand what really matters in development, this episode will give you a completely different lens to look through.Chapters00:00 The Foundation of Movement Patterns in Young Athletes07:10 The Importance of Early Development in Athleticism10:19 Guiding Parents in Youth Baseball Training10:51 Throwing Mechanics: The Key to Hitting Success18:30 Balancing Mechanics and Athleticism in Hitting24:53 The Debate on Hitting Off the Tee32:46 The Importance of Efficient Movement Patterns35:38 Understanding Movement in Hitting and Pitching38:18 The Role of Timing and Vision in Hitting44:09 Movement Capacity vs. Strength Training48:54 The Dangers of Muscling Up in Hitting54:49 Advice on Bat Speed Training and Weighted Implements01:00:15 The Significance of Timing in Hitting01:07:42 Understanding Player Development and Movement Patterns01:10:15 The Psychological Impact of Failure in Sports01:14:12 Parental Influence and Support in Youth Sports01:15:50 Coaching Your Own Kids: Balancing Roles01:19:01 The Importance of Athletic Flow and Energy01:24:40 Navigating Parental Expectations and Player Performance01:29:37 The Role of Coaches and the Learning Process01:37:08 Life Lessons from Baseball: Embracing Failure and GrowthDoug Latta Twitter: https://x.com/LattaDougDr. Ismael Gallo Twitter: https://x.com/flowsdocMovement Flows App: https://baseballflows.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    1 hr and 46 mins
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