Tom Downey is a scout for the Philadelphia Phillies. He helps run the Titans Baseball Organization, Blue Chip Prospects, is the Director of CatcherMTRX Long Island, and Prime Infield Clinic.
00:00 Intro
05:14 Culinary Adventures: Cooking as a Passion
11:14 Navigating Life After Baseball
17:04 Curiosity and Lifelong Learning in Coaching
32:30 Navigating the Balance of Winning and Development
39:58 Fostering Creativity in Young Athletes
48:11 Cultural Differences in Baseball Training
01:00:24 Understanding Player Development and Intangibles
01:18:11 The Challenges of Scouting and Team Collaboration
01:26:24 The Evolution of Coaches and Players
01:33:07 The Value of Relationships in Coaching
01:41:21 Memories and Lessons from COVID-19
01:42:52 The Importance of Making the Most of Every Day
01:43:46 Understanding Player Readiness for College
01:51:02 The Role of Family and Social Media in Player Development
02:00:17 The Impact of Draft Changes
02:06:01 The Importance of Multi-Sport Participation
02:14:13 Fostering a Love for the Game
02:21:17 Qualities of Successful Players
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