Episode 011 | Chat with Kyle Wagner Baseball Guru and Educator | July 2020
In this episode of The MentalCast, host Dan Mickle sits down with coach and educator Kyle Wagner for a long-awaited conversation about coaching youth sports and keeping the game fun and meaningful.
A former standout high school baseball player, Kyle went on to play Division I baseball at Wake Forest University and spent a year playing professionally. He was also part of the coaching team behind the historic 2015 Red Land Little League squad that won the United States Championship.
Dan and Kyle dive into coaching philosophy, player development, and the importance of fostering joy and curiosity in young athletes. This is a must-listen for anyone passionate about youth sports and positive coaching practices.
Topics covered:
How to keep sports fun for young athletes
Coaching philosophy for youth sports
Lessons from the 2015 Red Land Little League team
Player development and long-term success
The role of education in coaching
Guest links:
How the RiverCats Won Amazon Book (Insert exact link if you’d like)
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