
Baseball Forward is a podcast that aims to inspire and elevate the next generation of baseball players, coaches, and families. Hosted by former college/MiLB player Ross Hawley and 3X National Champion Coach Jim Schwanke, the podcast focuses on growth, leadership, and the process of becoming your best—both on and off the field.Through weekly topics and interviews with some of the most respected coa... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Jim Schwanke, the hitting coach behind LSU's Gorilla Ball era, joins Ross Hawley for the first live session of the BLAST Training Series. Jim built BLAST to give players and coaches a simple, progressive set of drills that help every hitter find and ... more
On today’s episode, 120 of The Baseball Forward Podcast, Ross Hawley talks with a MiLB Coach in the Miami Marlins organization and friend of the show, Mr. Cam Vega.
The two discuss Cam's jump into pro ball, biggest surprises vs. college, daily sched... more
On today’s episode, 119 of The Baseball Forward Podcast, Ross Hawley talks with a former Wichita State Shocker standout, who is now the founder and owner of Hammer Hands, Mr. Garrett Kocis.
The two discuss Garrett's upbringing in Omaha and the impac... more
On today’s episode, 118 of The Baseball Forward Podcast, Ross Hawley talks with the Head Baseball Coach of Northern Oklahoma College-Tonkawa, Mr. Jonathan Monk. The two talk about NJCAA DII level, the current recruiting landscape, how NOC-Tonk uses a... more
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Unfortunately, this is a christian-god centric religious podcast that overlays baseball as an excuse to talk about “god and beliefs”. It’s a bummer to me that the commentary on baseball is framed through the lens that overtly states that in order to be fulfilled in baseball you must follow the same christian god the hosts follow (to be fair much of the baseball commentary is very good and from experienced coaches and players who have a lot of wisdom to impart). Are the host so obtuse to not r... more
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A show focused on growth, leadership, and the long arc of development in baseball, from grassroots coaching to college and beyond. Episodes frequently feature coaches, players, and industry insiders sharing practical guidance on recruiting, program building, culture, and mindset, with a strong emphasis on relationships, preparation, and leadership under pressure. Notably, guests span college coaches, pro prospects, and sport-science experts, creating a resource for players, families, and coaches aiming to elevate performance and careers. A recurring strength is translating high-level baseball philosophy into actionable tactics for everyday practice, recruitment, and personal growth.
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Recent guests on The Baseball Forward Podcast include:
1. Garrett Kocis
2. Jonathan Monk
3. Chris Hanks
4. Shane Hawk
5. Jake Angier
6. Eric Dillinger
7. Josh Crouch
8. Rhett Massey
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