Korey Messick

[Matthew Dudley @mattd_media]

Just got a page one cover story on the Columbia Missourian newspaper and website. Biggest milestone of my career so far.

COVER STORY: Kids find a voice and a safe space at Columbia's P.E.A.C.E. & H.O.P.E Center for Youth

https://t.co/0A0r00Nyfq

[Benedictine Baseball @RavenBaseball]

Excited to announce @hiboyjim as our newest corporate sponsor!

[Matthew Dudley @mattd_media]

Hexagon Alley offers after-school programs for children.
Check out my story below
https://t.co/pnEBzWOqFa

[Matthew Dudley @mattd_media]

Columbia Public School Board to host listening sessions.
Check out my first published story here.
https://t.co/nvpHdwUMlc

[Eric Peterson @EricPeterson713]

I am currently working on a project with sophomore @RavenBaseball player @MikeMccavitt to connect with small start up baseball companies specializing in protective gear and equipment to partner with!

My DM’s are open
My email: [email protected]

Would love to connect!

[Lynden Bruegman @bruegman_lynden]

All Glory to God! #GBR

[Lightning Performance KC @lightningperfkc]

Coaches, Mentors, and Dads: Everyday Heroes or Villains in Disguise?

In the lives of athletes, students, and young people, coaches, mentors, and fathers are often the everyday heroes. They don’t wear capes, but they’re a source of wisdom, compassion, guidance, and sometimes, tough love. These figures give pieces of themselves in ways that shape lives, laying the foundation for success, resilience, and confidence. They set an example—good or bad—and offer their experiences as lessons to help others grow.

How they communicate this guidance makes all the difference. Unfortunately, some heroes become villains in disguise.

When we think of “tough love,” it’s easy to imagine yelling or harsh criticism. Yet true tough love isn’t about tearing someone down; it’s about building them up with honest, caring feedback that inspires growth.

Tough love and positive guidance walk hand-in-hand, but effective communication is essential. Here’s how coaches, mentors, and fathers can ensure they’re empowering rather than discouraging:

Use Constructive Feedback Instead of Hypercritical Language

•Constructive feedback: Acknowledge strengths while providing specific, actionable advice on areas to improve. For example, “Your speed is great, but focusing on your footwork can make you even faster.”
•Avoid hypercritical comments: Constantly pointing out faults without balancing with encouragement can erode confidence. Instead of “You keep messing up,” try, “Let’s break down that part you’re struggling with and find a way.”

Men, we must be better in how we handle those we pour into to break generational cycles of problems.

#PositiveCoaching #PositiveParenting #LeadByExample #SportsMedicine #GenerationalChange #Coaching #Athlete #AthleticTrainer #Mentor

[KC Collegiate Baseball League @KCCBL1]

Judd strikes out the side.

Missouri 6
Kansas 7

End 5

[Ben Kerby @BenKerby5]

2/4 today with double and a bomb. Batting .400 and .559 OBP with 4 games left of the season @damagehitter @KCCBL1

[Best in the US Showcases @BUSShowcase]

Grayson Harris (@graysonh48) with an absolutely ridiculous few rounds of BP yesterday. Unbelievable athlete for his size, 6'3 245lbs, ran a 6.9 and sent quite a few 100+ EV bombs out here at KSU. '25 from Lee's Summit, MO.

6.95 60 l 81 IF Velo l 101.9 EV l
@Noble_Bats Uncommitted Player Spotlight!

[C You In The Major Leagues Foundation @CYITML]

THANK YOU to our donors for bringing the joy of tee ball to our League of Smiles players! Here's a glimpse at the fun. ⚾️

[Cooper Hart @CooperHart8]

I’m excited to announce that I will be furthering my academic and athletic career at Moberly Area CC. Through all the injuries and setbacks I’d like to thank all the coaches who have helped me along the years. @MACC_Baseball @ABA_Elite @LSCoach13 @KCthrowing @HartWildcat

[SLAM @SLAMonline]

Hear that? Here comes the BOOM. 💥

The OKC Thunder cover SLAM 247. https://t.co/yXRIDdTIjg

[Aaron Kolie @aaron_kolie_]

I am now committing to Bible Baptist College. Thank you to all the coaches, players, family and friends who helped me get to where I am.

[Kavon Redmon @kavon_redmonn]

Check my week 3 highlights! https://t.co/hywIeC5n8G

[VanHornHoops @vanhornhoops]

@Bdean232 looking good in his new Iowa Western Gear! Keep representing for the Horn! #TTW

[SSA Hoops @SSA_Hoops]

Forgot this one for @miguel_ortega25

🔥🔥🔥

[UAFS Basketball @UAFSMBB]

Men's Basketball announces 2023 recruiting class https://t.co/4jcSdXFyrb

[Braydon Gant 2026 @TheGant13]

Thank you Titans Elite for having me play with you this weekend. Had a good weekend batting .462 (6/13), .588 OBP (10/17).

[Cooper Hart @CooperHart8]

Summer season pitching highlight reel. Just wrapped up my summer season going to be working hard this off-season.
FB 83-86
SL 72-75
CH 80-83
@ABA_Elite @LSCoach13