For a lot of young players, baseball starts the same way it did for me—fun. Backyard games, rec league Saturdays, and travel tournaments with friends. There’s no scoreboard pressure, no scouts with …
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This week, Major League Baseball gave us a full course meal—past, present and future. The 2025 MLB All-Star Week culminated yesterday with the All-Star Game, a celebration of excellence on the field. …
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This past Saturday, during the LEAD Ambassador Select Team orientation, our CEO, Kelli Stewart, taught a powerful lesson on the difference between receiving exposure and being exposed. It is a …
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As a baseball coach, I often hear the phrase, "Development is important." It’s a well-worn sentiment in our sport, but what does it truly mean? To me, development isn't just about improving skills; …
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As August rolls around each year, I find myself returning to one of my core values: excellence. To me, excellence isn't about going above and beyond every single time; it's about meeting expectations. …
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In everything I do, whether with my family, my business Diamond Directors or through the LEAD Center for Youth, excellence stands as the cornerstone of my efforts. But what exactly is excellence? For …
