Coach Beede Podcast — “The 2025-2026 College Recruiting Crisis: Rosters Full & Athletes Decommitting”

Presented by: ProLine Training Balls — the trusted choice of MLB and elite programs nationwide. Get game-real flight and durability for both baseball and softball training. Bluebook Sports — Download the app today and connect directly with college programs, coaches, and recruiters nationwide. Episode Overview: Walter Beede dives into one of the most talked-about topics in amateur baseball — the recruiting crisis that’s unfolding as college rosters fill up and top high-school players are forced to decommit or delay their dreams. Joining Walter are two of the most respected voices in the game: Rob Bruno , founder of NorCal Baseball, one of the nation’s premier travel organizations. Sergio Brown , Assistant Coach & Recruiting Coordinator at USC , former shortstop for Cal State Fullerton’s 1995 National Championship team. Together, they tackle the changing landscape of recruiting — from the shrinking MLB Draft to JUCO alternatives, the rise of the transfer portal, and why physical development and patience are now more important than ever. Key Highlights: ⚾ Why early commitments often fail — and what to do instead. 💪 The real reason strength and conditioning matter more than showcases. 🎓 How JUCO and DII/DIII programs are becoming the new development hubs. 🔁 The impact of the transfer portal and NIL on high school recruiting. 💡 Actionable advice for the Class of 2026 and beyond. Call to Action: 👉 Download Bluebook Sports today to explore every college program, connect directly with coaches, and take control of your recruiting journey. 👉 Train smarter with ProLine Training Balls — the choice of champions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices