Less Kids Playing Baseball & Emotional Gas Tanks - Academy Youth Baseball Podcast EP 36 | Driveline Baseball

Participation numbers in youth baseball are going down. That isn't good. Let's talk about how to fix it. Emphasis on Youth Baseball Education: The conversation highlights the significance of not just instructing what to do in youth baseball but also explaining the reasons behind these practices. This reflects a commitment to deeper understanding and education in youth sports. Participation in the ABC Youth Summit: The hosts discuss their participation in the second annual ABC (American Baseball Coaches Association) Youth Summit held in Kansas City. They share insights from being in a room with key stakeholders in youth baseball, discussing both the challenges and common paths forward in the sport. Focus on Systemic Issues in Baseball: A key topic of discussion is the systemic issues facing baseball, particularly concerning umpiring. The hosts address the aging demographic of current umpires and the lack of a younger generation to follow, highlighting this as a significant challenge for the future of the sport. Commonality in Path Forward: The episode also touches on the common goals and perspectives shared among stakeholders in youth baseball. The hosts reflect on the first ABC Youth Summit, noting that it was more about gaining perspective on the issues in youth baseball, such as umpire shortages, and how these systemic challenges are being addressed collectively. ⬇️ Hosts ⬇️ Deven Morgan https://twitter.com/devenmorgan Jeremy Tecktiel https://twitter.com/jeremytecktiel 🚨 Follow Driveline Academy on Social Media 🚨 https://twitter.com/DrivelineYouth https://www.instagram.com/drivelineyouth https://www.facebook.com/drivelineyouth 🔽 Follow Driveline Baseball on Social Media 🔽 https://twitter.com/DrivelineBB https://www.instagram.com/drivelinebaseball https://www.facebook.com/drivelinebaseball https://www.tiktok.com/@drivelinebaseball 🔽 For training equipment, apparel, tech & more visit our shop 🔽 https://www.drivelinebaseball.com/shop

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