Welcome to 'Your Family's Softball Journey,' where we're dedicated to elevating the world of girls' fastpitch softball! Join us as we dive deep into the heart of the sport, engaging in enlightening conversations with influential figures in the softball community. Our weekly episodes are packed with invaluable insights, covering a wide range of topics essential to your softball journey. We provide help with navigating the recruiting process, player development or targeted insight from current ...
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John Ashley/ Impacting female athletes the past 25 years | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.029
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John Ashley, Northern California softball coach, shares his vision for competitive softball. He talks about the importance of balancing competitiveness with player well-being, fostering a team mentality based on mutual support and discipline, and motivating young people to trust their coaches and teammates. He also reflects on the challenges of rec…
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Jimmy Kolaitis/ College’s first full-time Athletic Director | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.028
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Jimmy Kolaitis, with over 20 years of coaching experience, is now Northeast Alabama Community College’s first full-time Athletic Director. Discussing batting philosophies, player recruitment, and skill development. Also exploring aspects of the sport such as team travel, chemistry between players, and financial challenges at events and tournaments.…
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University of Utah's 6th year standout Haley Denning | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.003
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Haley talks about working through injury, trying to get back to the world series and not being ready to walk away from the game.Randy Kaye által
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Arizona State University Alumna Breanna Macha Peterson | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.004
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Arguably one of the best high school pitchers to ever come out of Arizona. Bree talks about winning the 6A State Championship in softball 4 straight years and how her decision to stay commit to ASU. She also speaks about the "lost art" in today's athlete.Randy Kaye által
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Coach Scott Woodard from Texas State University | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.005
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Coach Woodard talks about #collegerecruiting , his philosophy of the 3 phases of #hitting and the two most important things every #fastpitch coach can do to help a team. #podcast #caughtup #coaching #coach #softball #athleteRandy Kaye által
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Dave King founder of Triple Crown Sports | Caught Up W/ Randy Kaye Ep.006
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Dave talks about the evolution of Triple Crown Sports and his desire to find ways to place his players in #college and one piece of the #mentalhealth problem with players The evolution of #coaching as we enter the professional #coach and how data will shape #collegerecruiting and evaluation by 2030 #podcast #caughtup #softball #athlete…
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Coach Eli Ginnis - 25 years of coaching travel softball | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.007
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Coach Eli Ginnis is from Orange County California and has over 25 years of #coaching and relationship building in #competitive softball. He talks about the early days coming up and learning from some of the best #travelball coaches in the game, about the early days in OC and what he learned early in his career that has helped him be a successful #c…
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Krista Crawford Event Director at TC Fastpitch | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.008
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Krista breaks down the #nationalpowerpools selection process for the Colorado 4th of July #recruiting event. She talks about what #coaches can do to advocate for their teams and how they can build a resume to improve their chances to get into the National Power Pools, Supplemental Power Pools or Fireworks Power Pools. #podcast #caughtup #softball #…
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Coach Kiley Eskridge from Grind Time Softball | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.009
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Coach Kiley talks about training player in all aspects of the game, #cognitive training and the experience of running her own organization. Kiley talks about what she things can help grow the game of #fastpitch softball. #podcast #caughtup #softball #athlete #coaches #recruiting #coaching #collegesoftball #travelball #clubsoftball…
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Amador Fordie Torres from TNT Training | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.010
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Fordie talks about how he went from #coaching baseball to #fastpitch softball, training players since the mid 90's and his journey with his daughter Alynah Torres. He goes back to his day with Todd Judge, the #recruiting process and her #college journey from ASU to winning a National Championship with the Oklahoma Sooners. #podcast #caughtup #softb…
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Victor Hambrick from PHP Sports | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.011
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Victor talks about why he wasn’t willing to RUIN kids, the perception vs reality of #fastpitch #softball and how we all as coaches carry a heavy burden as to what we tell players. #podcast #caughtup #athlete #coaches #collegesoftball #travelball #clubsoftball #metricsRandy Kaye által
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Tyler Pazik from The Pazik Performance Group | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.012
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Randy and Tyler discuss the importance of a performance coach and some of the systems that can be used to work through to control your thinking in stressful situations. #podcast #caughtup #athlete #coaches #collegesoftball #travelball #clubsoftball #metrics #recruiting #hitting #playermindset #coach #mentalperformancecoach…
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Jacie Hambrick Senior RHP from the University of Minnesota | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.013
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Jacie talks about her journey as a player, verbally committing in 8th grade, starting travel ball in a small town, transferring to Minnesota and her goals to use softball as a vehicle to get her education paid for. She also talked about what she would tell the younger players coming up and what she wishes she learned early on. #podcast #caughtup #a…
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Scott Smith Director of Bombers Fastpitch | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.014
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Randy and Scott talk about running a travel organization and the growth of Bombers Fastpitch, the decision to run #patriotgames in Colorado, his thoughts on Alliance and PGF and coaching in college at Texas Lutheran University. #podcast #caughtup #athlete #coaches #collegesoftball #travelball #clubsoftball #metrics #recruiting #hitting #playerminds…
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Jorge Araujo Women's National Team Head Coach | Caught Up W/ Randy Kaye Ep.015
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Jorge talks about International play, The Mexican National Team, Coaching travel ball, recruiting and what type of players coaches should recruit. #podcast #caughtup #athlete #coaches #collegesoftball #travelball #clubsoftball #metrics #recruiting #hitting #playermindset #coachRandy Kaye által
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Brittney Matta Associate Head Coach UTEP Softball | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.016
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Brittney shares her journey coaching and playing, she talks about recruiting and the influential people who have helped her advance her career. #podcast #caughtup #athlete #coaches #collegesoftball #travelball #clubsoftball #metrics #recruiting #hitting #playermindset #coachRandy Kaye által
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Rhoda Horn Recruiting Consultant/Owner of Recruiting with Rhoda | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.017
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Rhoda talks about helping others with their recruiting process. What she does and does not do for her clients and how she and her daughter Samantha found a way to be ready through COVID and the 2020 season. She turned what she learned into a business and loves staying connected to softball and the organization. #podcast #caughtup #athlete #coaches …
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Rob Behymer founder Top Gun Events | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.018
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Rob shares his journey in the event business and the impact of his father's coaching on his decision to make a difference. He started Top Gun Events in 2013 and has since grown it into a successful company with over 30 events annually, attracting some of the top travel ball programs in the country. Rob shares his pride in the talent and competitive…
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Stacy May-Johnson Head Coach Fresno State University Softball | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.019
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Stacy May-Johnson, head coach of Fresno State softball, discusses her career as a player and coach. She talks about the busy offseason and the challenges of recruiting in the Transfer Portal. Stacy also discusses the changing landscape of pitching in softball and the use of staff pitching. She emphasizes the need for athletes to make smart decision…
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Jaff Decker from professional baseball to girls fastpitch softball | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.020
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Jaff Decker, a former professional baseball player, discusses his transition from playing to coaching softball. He shares his background in baseball, including playing for Team USA and getting drafted by the San Diego Padres. Decker talks about the importance of coaching and how he wants to make a positive impact on young athletes. He also reflects…
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Donnie Hagberg longtime OC travel ball coach from Explosion Premier | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.021
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Randy and Donnie discuss their experiences in the world of softball coaching. They talk about the challenges of coaching without having a daughter on the team, the importance of finding good people to surround yourself with, and the stress of qualifying for nationals. They also touch on the early planning and recruiting that happens in the softball…
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Gabbie Garcia From High School Star to Oklahoma Sooner | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.022
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Gabbie, a standout softball player, discusses her journey from playing club softball to committing to the University of Oklahoma. She talks about the challenges and excitement of transitioning to college and the importance of finding a supportive and welcoming culture. Gabby also reflects on her early years in softball, the influence of her mom as …
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Derek Allister Co-Founder of OnDeck Softball | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.023
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In this conversation, Randy and Derek discuss the upcoming 2024 recruiting season in softball, the impact of the transfer portal on recruiting dynamics, and the significance of the On-Deck OTE event. They explore the evolving landscape of recruiting, emphasizing the importance of persistence and adaptability for athletes. Derek shares insights on t…
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Ray McDonald President of the Warriors Academy | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.024
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In this conversation, Randy interviews Ray McDonald, the president and head coach of the Warrior Academy. They discuss Ray's journey into coaching, the influence of family in sports, the importance of female coaches, and the structure of successful softball programs. Ray shares insights on practice routines, player development, and the recent succe…
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Paul Boyd Umpire / Owner of Heather & Blue officials | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.025
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Paul Boyd, a seasoned umpire with a rich background in youth development and personal challenges. Paul shares his journey from growing up in Los Angeles to becoming a respected figure in the softball community. He discusses the impact of COVID-19 on the sport, the evolution of professionalism in travel ball, and the joys and challenges of umpiring.…
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Steve Appel HC / Founder of Arizona Rising | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.026
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Steve Appel discusses his journey as a travel ball coach and the founding of Arizona Rising. He reflects on his transition from AZ Storm to establishing his own organization, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, trust with parents, and the challenges of starting a youth sports organization. #podcast #caughtup #athlete #coaches #collegesoftb…
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Ramsey Harkness Mojo Fastpitch / Owner 1 Swing Events | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.027
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Ramsey Harkness, a travel ball coach and event director, about his journey from being a chef to a prominent figure in the softball community. They discuss the upcoming Veterans Day NIT event, the challenges of coaching, the importance of building strong programs, and the evolution of recruiting in softball. Ramsey shares insights on team building, …
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University of Arizona's senior 2B Allie Skaggs | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep. 002
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Allie talks about expectations after hall of fame Head Coach Mike Candrea retired, her thought process on hitting, the pressures of being an elite college athlete and her journey with coach Josh Bloomer.Randy Kaye által
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Derek Allister Co-Founder of OnDeck Softball | CAUGHT UP W/ Randy Kaye Ep.001
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Derek discusses 23 years of player evaluation, metrics capture, dirty data and the origin of OnDeck Softball.Randy Kaye által
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