Dan talks to David Cataruzolo, head coach at Roxbury Latin, discussing various aspects of Independent School League (ISL) baseball. Topics include changes to the ISL fall season rules, the introduction of post-season tournaments, and a review of Roxbury Latin’s performance in previous seasons. Razo highlights the team's young roster and returning key pitchers for the upcoming season. The conversation covers coaching strategies across different sports, the balance between academic and athletic excellence at Roxbury Latin, and the recruitment challenges both for the school and for players aiming to play college baseball. Razo also shares personal insights into his coaching philosophy, influenced by his upbringing with legally blind parents, and discusses the importance of fostering team unity and player development.
Topics
00:37 ISL Fall Season Changes
01:38 ISL Post-Season Tournament
02:56 Reflecting on Last Season
04:05 Team Dynamics and Key Players
05:06 Fall Season Activities and Philosophy
06:14 Coaching Hockey vs. Baseball
08:33 Transition to Coaching
11:11 Recruiting for Roxbury Latin
15:28 ISL Competitors and Season Outlook
16:47 Personal Background and Coaching Philosophy
20:52 Three Up, Three Down Segment
28:36 Conclusion and Farewell
