Casey Kreider

Joining the conversation are Casey Kreider, the Head Coach at UMBC, and Andy Bass, a Mental Skills Coach for the Pittsburgh Pirates. They tackle the challenges of maintaining player engagement during the summer months and the pressure of trade deadlines. Kreider sheds light on the importance of fit in recruitment, while Bass discusses effective communication strategies to foster player buy-in. They emphasize the need for rapport and innovative training methodologies, making a strong case for narrative-based coaching in building a resilient and motivated team.