Coach Trent Mongero shares his journey from a small-town baseball player to a respected infield instructor and mentor. In this insightful conversation, he discusses the shifting landscape of youth baseball, the impact of specialization, and the challenges coaches face in developing well-rounded players. Mongero emphasizes the importance of trust, baseball IQ, and teaching the ‘why’ behind techniques to foster true understanding. He also reflects on the role of coaches in shaping not just athletes, but strong-minded individuals, navigating social media’s influence, and promoting a championship mindset.Guest: Trent MongeroHttps://coachmongero.comChapters00:00 Introduction to Trent Mongero and His Background02:31 The Journey from High School to College Baseball05:11 Experiences in Competitive Baseball and the Importance of Sandlot Play12:03 The Shift in Youth Baseball Culture and Specialization15:08 Understanding the Game: Coaching Challenges and Player Development20:43 The Importance of Mental Makeup and Baseball IQ25:14 Navigating Conflicting Coaching Philosophies30:10 Teaching the Game: The Importance of the 'Why' in Coaching37:13 Vince Lombardi: The Teacher and Coach40:29 Building Trust with Players41:18 Influential Coaches in Early Life44:40 Learning from Bad Coaching Experiences46:46 The Importance of Team Chemistry51:05 Respecting the Game: A Cultural Shift54:01 Teaching Respect and Sportsmanship01:00:17 Creating a Championship Mindset01:06:36 Connecting with Players: Instruction and DevelopmentThat’s a wrap! 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to Moore to Consider! Stay connected for more bold takes, deep dives, and conversations that matter.🔗 Website: mooretoconsider.com🐦 Follow on X: @MooreToConsiderLegal Disclaimer:The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by guests appearing on this podcast are solely those of the guests and do not reflect the views, policies, or positions of the host, the producers, or any affiliated entities. The host and producers make no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any information presented by guests and expressly disclaim any and all liability for any actions, damages, or consequences resulting from the use or reliance upon any information provided.That’s a wrap! 🎙️ Thanks for tuning in to Moore to Consider! Stay connected for more bold takes, deep dives, and conversations that matter.🔗 Website: mooretoconsider.com🐦 Follow on X: @MooreToConsider🐦 Follow on YouTube: @MooreToConsider🔗 Follow on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-7489741 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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