Post By: Scott Abramson
Jeff Forehand, Head Coach of Lipscomb’s Baseball program, is experienced with over 600 wins, conference titles, elite players that have gone on to play in the MLB, and an Atlantic Sun Conference Coach Award just last year. Jeff Forehand knows the system of NCAA Baseball and the types of players that can play at the collegiate level. He shares his experiences and advice for prospects in this podcast episode of The Prospect Blueprint.
Get in Front of Coaches Any Way You Can
Kelly Kleinman: “What events do you prioritize?” “Is it PG (Perfect Game), travel ball tourneys, college summer leagues, the portal, JUCO?”
Jeff Forehand: “All of the Above”
Be the Best Player You Can Be… and the Best Person
Rick Dempsey: “How do you get guys to Lispcomb?”
Jeff Forehand: “We look for the 5-tool player, but we also look for the 5-tool person”
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Compete
Rick Dempsey: “How do you handle showcases? Are they good for your program?”
Jeff Forehand: “You want to see guys’ instincts and a few at-bats. You like to see those pitchers be able to compete.”
Know the Fundamentals and Develop Your Game
Rick Dempsey: “What are you looking for in your recruiting?”
Jeff Forehand: “The game tells you all you need to know, you just need to watch it.”
Jeff Forehand, an experienced winning head coach, shares his experiences and advice on this podcast episode of The Prospect Blueprint.
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* Originally published on June 5, 2023, by Prospect Blueprint