Kyle Wagner Interview (Ep. 011)

Episode 011 | Chat with Kyle Wagner Baseball Guru and Educator | July 2020

In this episode of The MentalCast, host Dan Mickle sits down with coach and educator Kyle Wagner for a long-awaited conversation about coaching youth sports and keeping the game fun and meaningful.

A former standout high school baseball player, Kyle went on to play Division I baseball at Wake Forest University and spent a year playing professionally. He was also part of the coaching team behind the historic 2015 Red Land Little League squad that won the United States Championship.

Dan and Kyle dive into coaching philosophy, player development, and the importance of fostering joy and curiosity in young athletes. This is a must-listen for anyone passionate about youth sports and positive coaching practices.

Topics covered:

• How to keep sports fun for young athletes

• Coaching philosophy for youth sports

• Lessons from the 2015 Red Land Little League team

• Player development and long-term success

• The role of education in coaching

Guest links:

• How the RiverCats Won Amazon Book (Insert exact link if you’d like)

• Green Light Hitting Book Website

• Green Light Hitting on Facebook

Contact the show: podcast@mentalcast.com

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