Coaching nuggets Iβm reminded of while watching u7 soccer:
- check for understanding, what you say & what athletes hear arenβt always the same
- coaching is awesome, clear direction & free play is even more awesome
- practice planning is vastly underrated & a huge cheat code
Mikey Romero is still a prospect that intrigues me.
The 22-year-old hasnβt hit for as much power in 2026, but has seen his Contact% sit nearly at 80% compared to 70.8% last year.
Romero still hits the ball hard (AvgEV of 91.1 mph). His EV90 and EV50 are both well above-avg, and with a profile that does a solid job of elevating the ball, still has the threat of hitting for more power.
π₯: @Hunter_Noll
Justin Gonzales is a dynasty riser π
His 2026 statline: .270/.388/.459, 19 HR, 69 RBI, 80 R
The Red Sox's No. 2 prospect is one of 10 climbers on James Anderson's 2026 fantasy rankings.
More: https://t.co/Fo4lKWq6H3
Justin Gonzales had an unreal night for the Sea Dogs on Saturday!
He tallied 4 hits, including a double, and made a perfect throw for an outfield assist in right.
@Harker31@CostaSunglasses Coach, I flipped over to @BlendersEyewear a couple years ago, and havenβt gone back since.
I stay away from their Coach Prime model but even got some prescription glasses that are my daily drivers when not in contacts.
No brand deal, but an avid wearer.
You canβt underestimate how good Franklin Arias is defensively at shortstop.
While the bat has been very impressive this year, his defense is just as good.
Congratulations to our own Coach Marker on this amazing and well deserved recognition. Being selected by his coaching peers is a testament to his impact to the game, his players, and fellow coaches!
@coachmarker@ABCA1945#OrangeBaseball | #ICCU
New York @Yankees Manager Aaron Boone (@AaronBoone) on how he grows leaders within his clubhouse:
πͺ Leadership is like a muscle, and if you stretch it consistently it will grow incrementally. You can challenge your leaders to be better just like you challenge players to be more disciplined.
π’ Leadership starts with example, but CULTURE permeates from communication. The origin of accountability is where the BEST players ensure standards are clearly communicated and consistently reinforced.
πΌοΈ The art of leadership is seeing invisible gains in the invisible margins. Meaning micro improvements that don't show up in the short term, but come with lasting long term impact.
π¨ Texas Coaching Principles
β’ Be Empathetic - the Game is Hard
β’ Criticizing is Easy from the Sidelines
β’ Leadership is Lonely
βοΈ Culture starts from the top. Treat your players w/ respect & they will do anything for you.