This category covers podcast episodes focused on baseball and softball coaching, including coaching philosophy, session planning, skill development, and supporting players at different stages. Episodes share real-world coaching insights drawn from years of experience in grassroots and competitive baseball and softball environments.
Starting a new season is exciting — but for a child who’s never played before, walking into an unfamiliar team can feel daunting. In Episode 12 of Inside the Game, Matt Redman is joined by returning guest Steph Lewer to talk about one of the most important — and most overlooked — parts of junior…
If your child is just starting out in T-ball or junior baseball, one of the trickiest concepts to wrap your head around — as both a player and a parent on the sideline — is how outs actually work. In this episode of Inside the Game, Matt Redman breaks down the three main ways the…
In Episode 10 of Inside the Game, Australian baseball coach Matt Redman breaks down a simple, effective hitting approach for young baseball and T-ball players. Drawing on decades of grassroots coaching experience through RBI Australia, Matt explains how simplifying game-day thinking helps young hitters stay relaxed, confident, and ready to hit the ball hard. Welcome…
In Episode 09 of Inside the Game, Australian baseball coach Matt Redman shares the single most impactful thing parents can do to help their children improve in baseball and T-ball. Drawing on decades of coaching experience at grassroots level through RBI Australia, Matt explains why simply playing catch at home builds confidence, skill, and connection,…
In Episode 08 of Inside the Game, Australian baseball coach Matt Redman sits down with women’s state league player and coach Steph Lewer to share three practical tips for building inclusive environments for girls in baseball. The conversation focuses on language, equal opportunity, and coach education, offering simple changes that can make a lasting difference…
In Episode 07 of Inside the Game, Australian baseball coach Matt Redman is joined by Steph Lewer, women’s state league player and coach, to discuss player pathways, coaching girls in baseball, and building inclusive club environments. The episode explores Steph’s journey from player to coach, the importance of community and belonging, and how parents and…
In Episode 06 of Inside the Game, Australian baseball coach Matt Redman shares practical tournament tips for coaches, players, and parents. The episode covers preparation, nutrition and hydration, shade and recovery, energy management across multiple games, and simple ways to keep teams motivated during long tournament days. About Matt Redman and RBI Australia Matt Redman…
In Episode 05 of Inside the Game, Australian baseball coach Matt Redman explains the importance of body language in coaching and parenting young baseball and T-ball players. The episode explores how positive body language builds confidence, supports learning, and creates a healthy environment for player development, both on the field and on the sidelines. About…
In Episode 04 of Inside the Game, Australian baseball coach Matt Redman shares practical game day hacks for T-ball coaches. The episode covers planning lineups, building a simple game day support team, managing the dugout, warming up effectively, and using player of the week awards to keep kids engaged and motivated. About Matt Redman and…
In Episode 03 of Inside the Game, Australian baseball coach Matt Redman explains how to run an effective, fun, and organised training session for T-ball and junior baseball teams. The episode covers session planning, keeping drills fun and gamified, using small groups for constant movement, and involving parent helpers to maximise learning and engagement. About…
