# WALKING away from the SHOW

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Podcast: [Travel Dads Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/travel-dads-podcast-7681385)
Published: 2026-06-04T10:43:03+00:00
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Duration seconds: 8333

## Resource

@isaacsampen ( Canes National Coach ) https://canesmidwestbaseball.com/ @cathers.collective ( Josh Couch ) https://www.bardstownbourbon.com/ https://greenriverwhiskey.com/ The conversation begins with an introduction and discussion of team challenges, followed by a conversation about adapting to change and making decisions. This leads to a transition to travel ball and player recruitment, and finally, the introduction of the guest and a discussion about his baseball journey. The conversation covers the high school recruiting process, the decision to decommit from FIU and transition to JUCO, the impact of potential and position flexibility, the transition to UCF and the influence of professional coaching, and the experience of summer ball and skill development. The discussion emphasizes the importance of routine, adaptability, and the quality of training in player development. The conversation covers the journey to Pro Ball, the impact of COVID on college baseball, lessons learned at UCF, the importance of routine in baseball, physical training and nutrition in college vs. Pro Ball, balancing college life and professional aspirations, the reality of college baseball dreams, the draft experience and transition to Pro Ball, the role of catchers in professional baseball, the psychological aspect of catching, the importance of the mental game in baseball, and the application of the mental game in baseball. The conversation delves into the unique superstitions of baseball players, the demanding role of catchers in professional baseball, the impact of nutrition and lifestyle on players, and the realities of pursuing a baseball career. It highlights the challenges and sacrifices involved in the pursuit of a professional baseball career, as well as the importance of balancing p…

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