Talkin Shop with Coach Ballgame, Chop, and Flikke
Coach Ballgame, Coach Chop, and Coach Flikke want to change the culture of youth sports. This win at all costs mentality is an epidemic, and it's doing major damage to the mental and physical health of our next generation.
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Talkin Shop | The Final Episode. (opens the original)
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One last time.🎙️ After countless conversations, laughs, stories, and a whole lot of baseball… it’s time to close up shop. Today, the boys bring you the **final episode of Talkin’ Shop** going out the only way they know how: talking about what really matters. Thanks for being part of the ride. Make sure to keep up with us on socials @coachballgame and at coachballgame.com!
Did We Just SAVE Little League? | REPLAY (opens the original)
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What if a few simple rule changes could completely transform Little League? In this episode, the boys tackle the biggest issues in youth baseball and share the rule changes—and mindset shifts—they believe would make the game more fun, more competitive, and better for every kid on the field. Did we actually save Little League? We'll let you decide. ⚾ Which change do YOU think would make the biggest difference? Drop it in the comments!
The Truth About Travel Ball | REPLAY (opens the original)
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Travel ball can create incredible opportunities—but it can also bring pressure, burnout, and plenty of unforgettable stories. In this episode of Talkin' Shop , Coach Ballgame, Coach Chop, and Coach Flikke dive into the realities of travel baseball, sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly from years spent coaching, parenting, and living the game. Whether you're already in the travel ball world or wondering if it's the right path for your family, this conversation will challenge assumptions, spark
No Scholarships. No Excuses. The Evan Longoria Story | REPLAY (opens the original)
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This week on Talkin' Shop, Coach Ballgame sits down with three-time All-Star and Gold Glove winner Evan "Longo" Longoria. Longoria shares the unlikely path that took him from receiving zero college scholarship offers to becoming one of baseball's premier third basemen. Along the way, he opens up about perseverance, humility, preparation, and the character that sustained him throughout his career. It's an honest conversation about earning every opportunity, embracing setbacks, and becoming the ki
What Makes Great Teammates? With Brad Johnson | REPLAY (opens the original)
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This week on Talkin' Shop, the boys sit down with Super Bowl Champion and 17-year NFL quarterback Brad Johnson. From overcoming adversity to leading at the highest level, Brad shares the lessons that shaped his career, the teammates who inspired him, and why coaching kids became his next calling after football. It's a conversation about leadership, resilience, mentorship, and building a legacy that lasts far beyond the scoreboard. Whether you're a coach, parent, or athlete, you'll walk away with
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