Robert Kravitz is the Head Baseball Coach at Parrott Academy in Kinston, North Carolina. Robert played at the collegiate level and also spent some time in independent professional baseball. His coaching career started at 22 years old and began with an amazing run of 9 consecutive state championship appearances and 6 titles. On the show we discuss the following topics:
Background as a player
From construction and remodeling houses to teaching and coaching at 22 years old
The importance of a good assistant coach
-constructive arguments, practice plans, and game plans
The journey of a record 9 consecutive state championship appearances and 6 titles
Scheduling the tough games to prepare for the post-season
Growing as a coach - learning - and adapting to your players
Experience as a player and connecting with the current players you have
The dynamics of private school baseball and the variety of ages that participate
JV 7th - 9th
V 10th - 12th
Getting on the big field for the first time
Growing young 7th and 8th graders into experienced high school players.
Finding the right fit for the younger kids to maximize their long term development
Pro's and Con's of having the "middle school" age kids playing against older players
Helping young kids handle failure early on and continue growing through the game
Building on strengths and working backwards towards their weakness
Mapping a journey for players and letting them know it's not always a straight path
Building player and coach relationships with each player
Player relationships - older players mentoring younger players
Peer to peer instruction
Helping the younger kids transition to the BBCOR -3 bat
Maximizing your time to be comfortable with bigger bats
Advice for athletes who want to have a significant role on their high school teams
Practice performance matters
Recognizing what you're good at and where you're not good at - bridge that gap
Using lessons and private instruction wiseley
DUKE University player's work while you wait mentality
What do you do with your 24 hours?
Weight room and multi-sport athleticism
Playing time - work ethic - and various talent levels
Being a good person/student vs being a good athlete and a good person
Roles and opportunities for every player
Self Reflection and awareness as an athlete
Private Instructor / High School Coach Relationships
Ensuring the private instruction benefits the performance of the player at practice/games.
What have you changed or added as a coach in recent years?
Reach out to Robert
Twitter: @Rkrav007
