Scouting In The World of Travel Baseball with Jered Goodwin

Let's dive into the world of travel sports. In this episode, I sit down with Jered Goodwin, the VP of Scouting Operations at Perfect Game, to explore the intricate world of travel baseball and player development. He shares over two decades of experience in high school and travel ball. We dive deep into the indispensable role that dedicated coaches play in a player's journey, offering insights that often go unnoticed by scouts. We delve into the Perfect Game ranking system, the mental aspect of the game, and how players should engage in self-reflection, identifying personal strengths and areas for improvement. Tune in to learn the balanced approach that prioritizes player development alongside competitive success. HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Jered's journey as a player. 03:15 How did you utilize your experience as a player and a coach to scouting? 05:45 The perks of mentorship in youth sports. 09:30 Why development and teamwork important than relying on scoreboard results. 13:00 The BTS work, goals, and mission of Perfect Game. 17:15 Why you should prioritize development and showcasing skills over exposure? 23:00 How Perfect Game rankings are created? 30:45 How many times a year do players' re-rank. 34:00 How important is the national for being selected in the all-American game? 36:45 What should players do to prepare for the national? 41:15 How do you identify if a player has more potential than others? 01:02:00 What advice would you give to a 13 year old kid who wants to reach his potential? 01:06:00 Jered's advice to players being open to versatility. RESOURCES + LINKS Learn more at aligndsports.com Book a 1:1 Consultation HERE FOLLOW Jered Goodwin: @jeredgoodwin3 Matt Hannaford: @mfhannaford