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March 18, 2025 85 mins

Summary


In this episode of the You Goin Pro podcast, host Syvel Lowery interviews Coach Trent Mongero, a former Division I baseball player and now a coach and author. They discuss Trent's early athletic journey, the challenges he faced transitioning from high school to college baseball, and the importance of junior college baseball as a legitimate pathway for aspiring athletes. Trent shares insights on the realities of college baseball, including the competitive nature of Division I programs and the importance of perseverance in an athlete's journey. In this conversation, Coach Trent Mongero and Syvel Lowery discuss the intricacies of coaching and player development in baseball. They delve into the importance of having difficult conversations with players, the qualities that make a complete player, and the realities of competition at the college level. They also share insights on transitioning from college to professional baseball, dealing with adversity, and the inspiration behind the 'Winning Baseball' books aimed at unifying coaching efforts across youth and high school levels. In this conversation, Coach Trent Mongero shares his journey in baseball coaching, detailing the development of his instructional materials and the evolution of coaching in the digital age. He reflects on his favorite players, memorable plays, and the life lessons learned through sports, emphasizing the importance of character and faith over accolades.


Chapters


00:00 Introduction to Coach Trent Mangero

02:07 Trent's Early Athletic Journey

06:04 Transitioning from High School to College Baseball

11:59 The Importance of Junior College Baseball

17:55 Understanding College Baseball Opportunities

24:02 Realities of Division I Baseball

27:13 Navigating Difficult Conversations in Coaching

30:34 The Path to College Baseball: What It Takes

31:03 Becoming a Complete Player: Skills and Mindset

36:46 The Reality of Competition in College Baseball

40:15 The Journey from College to Professional Baseball

51:39 Dealing with Adversity in Sports

55:49 Inspiration Behind 'Winning Baseball' Books

57:13 Building a Baseball Legacy

01:00:03 Navigating the Digital Shift in Coaching

01:01:34 Mount Rushmore of Baseball Players

01:08:34 Memorable Plays in Baseball History

01:12:59 Post-Game Reflections and Life Lessons


Contact: YouGoin Pro

Youtube.com/@yougoinpro

Twitter.com/@YGPSports

IG:@YouGoinProSports

Web:www.YouGoinPro.co


Trent Mongero:

www.TrentMongero.com

IG:TrentMongero

YouTube: Coach Trent Mongero



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