Nick Fanti is a professional left-handed pitcher with an incredible story. He’s pitched for the Philadelphia Phillies organization, for Team Italy in the World Baseball Classic, and most recently with the Long Island Ducks.
00:00 Introduction
03:22 The Transition to Competitive Play
09:05 The Balance of Sports and Burnout
26:40 Recruitment Challenges and Growth
32:21 Overcoming Early Challenges in Baseball
38:22 The Mental Grind of Pitching
44:01 Process Over Results
50:46 Commitment to College Baseball
56:53 Pitching in Front of Scouts
01:04:31 Draft Day Experience
01:12:11 The Journey of Competing and Growth
01:17:17 Understanding Personal Identity and Work Ethic
01:20:27 The Draft Experience and Public Speaking Challenges
01:29:07 The Decision: College vs. Pro Ball
01:34:24 Transitioning to Professional Baseball
01:40:35 Adjusting to Life as a Pro
01:46:02 Development and Overcoming Adversity
01:58:09 Injuries and Comebacks
02:14:55 The Road Ahead: Future Aspirations
02:23:48 Rebuilding and Rediscovering Passion for Baseball
02:35:35 Coaching and Mentoring the Next Generation
02:45:13 Reflections on Personal Growth and Future Aspirations
02:56:03 Podcast Outro
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