Building a Program: Coach Mike Guy on Recruiting, Development & The Future of College Baseball

In this episode of the Are You In The Book? podcast, host Eric Wubbena sits down with Wilkes College head coach Mike Guy to discuss his journey from community college player to head coach and how the landscape of college baseball is rapidly evolving. Coach Guy shares insider knowledge on recruiting, emphasizing the importance of finding the right fit for student-athletes, especially with major changes like the transfer portal and roster size reductions. He breaks down why academics, financial considerations, and campus culture should play a crucial role in a player’s decision-making process. 📢 Key Topics: ✅ The impact of the transfer portal & shrinking rosters on recruiting ✅ Why academics & campus fit are just as important as baseball ✅ Coach Guy’s philosophy on recruiting versatile, high-character athletes ✅ How Wilkes College is building a winning culture ✅ What parents & players need to know about navigating today’s college baseball process ✈️ Special Thanks to Our Travel Partner! Shoutout to Low-Cost Airlines—helping families and teams save big on baseball travel! Whether you're flying out for tournaments, college visits, or scouting trips, they search every airline to find the best fares. Call 866-984-4800 and start saving today! ⚾ If you’re serious about playing college baseball, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss! #CollegeBaseball #Recruiting #FindingYourFit #AreYouInTheBook #LowCostAirlines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices