SummaryIn this episode of the You Goin Pro podcast, host Syvel Lowery interviews Coach Trent Mongero, a former Division I baseball player and now a coach and author. They discuss Trent's early athletic journey, the challenges he faced transitioning from high school to college baseball, and the importance of junior college baseball as a legitimate pathway for aspiring athletes. Trent shares insights on the realities of college baseball, including the competitive nature of Division I programs and the importance of perseverance in an athlete's journey. In this conversation, Coach Trent Mongero and Syvel Lowery discuss the intricacies of coaching and player development in baseball. They delve into the importance of having difficult conversations with players, the qualities that make a complete player, and the realities of competition at the college level. They also share insights on transitioning from college to professional baseball, dealing with adversity, and the inspiration behind the 'Winning Baseball' books aimed at unifying coaching efforts across youth and high school levels. In this conversation, Coach Trent Mongero shares his journey in baseball coaching, detailing the development of his instructional materials and the evolution of coaching in the digital age. He reflects on his favorite players, memorable plays, and the life lessons learned through sports, emphasizing the importance of character and faith over accolades.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Coach Trent Mangero02:07 Trent's Early Athletic Journey06:04 Transitioning from High School to College Baseball11:59 The Importance of Junior College Baseball17:55 Understanding College Baseball Opportunities24:02 Realities of Division I Baseball27:13 Navigating Difficult Conversations in Coaching30:34 The Path to College Baseball: What It Takes31:03 Becoming a Complete Player: Skills and Mindset36:46 The Reality of Competition in College Baseball40:15 The Journey from College to Professional Baseball51:39 Dealing with Adversity in Sports55:49 Inspiration Behind 'Winning Baseball' Books57:13 Building a Baseball Legacy01:00:03 Navigating the Digital Shift in Coaching01:01:34 Mount Rushmore of Baseball Players01:08:34 Memorable Plays in Baseball History01:12:59 Post-Game Reflections and Life LessonsContact: YouGoin ProYoutube.com/@yougoinproTwitter.com/@YGPSportsIG:@YouGoinProSportsWeb:www.YouGoinPro.coTrent Mongero:www.TrentMongero.comIG:TrentMongeroYouTube: Coach Trent Mongero

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