The Dugout Podcast

The All Ripken Standard - Live from Aberdeen with Dawson Dickman

What does it truly mean to play "The Ripken Way"? Live from Cal Senior’s Yard in Aberdeen, The Dugout Crew sits down with All Ripken Operations Coordinator Dawson Dickman

The Politics of Youth Baseball

Youth baseball used to be won and lost between the white lines, but today it is increasingly litigated on Facebook, manipulated in group chats and engineered in political

The Boerne Blueprint

Ever wondered what truly builds resilience in young athletes? It's not just about mental toughness on game day. Dive into Tim Christ’s inspiring story of Boerne, Texas, a

Plastic Rings & Shiny Things

In episode 7 of The Dugout Podcast, the crew examines marketing hype surrounding 'elite' youth sports teams, the importance of genuine player development, and the pitfall

The Arm Care Blueprint

"Are we willing to trade a championship trophy in June for a surgery in July?" In this high-stakes episode, the Dugout Crew is joined by Gil Kania and Al Sharr from the

The Unwritten Rules

"If you're out there winning, you are NOT allowed to wash your clothes. Period." ⚾️🤢 Welcome to episode 5 of The Dugout Podcast, where we’re getting weird. We’re talking

The Recovery Room

Step into "The Recovery Room" with our latest episode! Most youth sports injuries aren't just bad luck—they’re preventable. In Episode 4 of The Dugout, the crew is joine

The Daddy Drama

Is "Daddy Ball" killing youth sports, or the only thing keeping it alive? This week, the crew gets raw about the most controversial label in the dugout. We’re breaking d

The Proliferation

This episode tracks the evolution of SOMD travel ball from its "elite" origins to the current saturated market. We pull back the curtain on the "pedestal problem" and the

The Bridge

In the inaugural episode of The Dugout Podcast, RJ, Jimmy, Ryan and Mikey discuss the challenges and opportunities within youth baseball in St. Mary's County. They explor