Coach Joey Gonzalez shares how the Marathon Dolphins baseball program has transformed into one of South Florida's hottest teams, capturing back-to-back conference championships and their first district title in 2025. He reveals the program-building philosophy that combines academics with athletics, explaining how his coaching staff has created a complete development pathway from youth leagues through high school.• Marathon's 2025 season included hosting regionals with record crowds of 600 fans• The team succeeded with just five seniors who maintained a remarkable 4.25 GPA average• Coach Gonzalez played for Louis Leo, who later mentored him and entrusted him with coaching Leo's twin sons• The program faces unique travel challenges, requiring up to $50,000 in annual fundraising• Discipline is identified as the most crucial element in developing successful baseball players• Every member of Marathon's coaching staff has deep ties to the Keys baseball community• The summer program includes 6:30 AM workouts with 15 dedicated players focused on strength training• Marathon's athletes balance academics with late-night returns from games, completing homework on bus ridesMusic Licensed via SoundstripeTalk to JoySupport the show

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