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In this episode, the full Brewin Crew gets together for the first episode in nearly a month. The guys spend some time in the beginning of the show talking about USF Football and the upcoming matchup with Tulane. The majority of the show is dedicated to an update on the USF Baseball Alumni currently playing professional baseball. The guys go player by player in alphabetical order through all of the Pro Bulls.
0:00 - Intro
1:10 - catching up since the last show
3:17 - talking USF Football
13:20 - talking USF Baseball alumni in professional baseball. The following #ProBulls were discussed during the show in this order (alphabetical by last name): Austin Adams, Nelson Alvarez, Drew Brutcher, Nick Davila, Tommy Eveld, Jimmy Herget, Jack Jasiak, Orion Kerkering, Carmine Lane, Brad Lord, Shane McClanahan, Hunter Mink, Joaquin Monque, Coco Montes, Andrew Perez, Carson Ragsdale, Phoenix Sanders, Peter Strzelecki, Collin Sullivan, and David Villar.
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In this episode, Mark and Matt catch up with USF Baseball’s Director of Player Development, Chris Cates. Coach Cates played in Omaha as a college player for Louisville, played 5 years in professional baseball, and after retiring from playing he’s been a coach at the college level for 12 years. Here’s what the guys talked about with Coach:
0:00 - Intro
1:09 - Welcome Coach Cates
5:01 - his Tampa roots
8:08 - his playing career at Louisville
13:55 - what playing in Omaha was like
18:27 - lessons from 5 years of playing pro baseball
24:25 - a common trait in guys that make the MLB
27:57 - post playing, the coaching journey
41:14 - recruiting future Bulls in Puerto Rico
46:08 - traits of successful college players
51:34 - being back at USF, his hometown team
59:56 - working for Coach Hannahs as Director of Player Development
Hosts:
Mark Giardino (@usfbaseballfans)
Matthew Giardino (@basesonbulls)
Guest:
Chris Cates (@chrcates)
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In this episode, Matt and Adam catch up with USF legend Jim Louk. Since 1983, he’s been the voice of USF Athletics calling basketball, baseball, football games, and more on radio and TV. The guys ask Jim about his observations and memories from calling over 40 years of USF Baseball and other Bulls sports:
0:00 - Intro
1:10 - Welcoming Jim to the show
4:49 - MLB Bulls that Jim called college games for
5:20 - Ross Gload as a Bull, 10 year MLB vet
7:56 - Scott Hemond as a Bull, 7 year MLB vet
9:17 - legendary USF coaches Eddie Cardieri and Robin Roberts
13:40 - why he’s grateful for a certain Shane McClanahan moment
14:30 - the nastiest pitcher he saw in 40+ years of calling USF games
16:49 - Jim’s most memorable USF athletics moments
17:27 - Drew Brutcher’s Super-Regional game tying home run
20:47 - USF Men’s basketball memories
27:15 - USF Football memories and Lee Roy Selmon
39:48 - how Jim came to USF and stayed here for 40+ years
47:12 - the buzz around USF Athletics heading into 2024-2025
Hosts:
Adam Cartwright (@Adam12James)
Matthew Giardino (@basesonbulls)
Guest:
Jim Louk (@USFJimLouk)
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In this episode, Matt and John catch up with Daniel Cantu. Daniel played at USF from 2019-2023 as a 1B/OF. During the 2021 season, Daniel helped the Bulls win their first conference tournament championship since 1995 and he was named the Most Outstanding Player of that tournament. He also helped the Bulls make it to the school’s first ever Super-Regional that year. He had 1 year of baseball eligibility left (due to COVID) after he graduated from USF in 2023 with a degree in Health Sciences and decided to take his talents to Tallahassee for a 1 year stint with FSU. During this past season, he helped the Noles earn a top 8 national seed and a trip to Omaha as their starting first baseman. Here’s what the guys talked about:
0:00 – Intro
1:10 – catching up with Daniel
5:32 – his grad season at FSU
8:01 – “The Animals” fan group at FSU
10:37 – his approach to hitting
12:30 – what was it like playing against USF
14:15 – how his team made it to Omaha
16:35 – what was it like playing in Omaha?
24:02 – the decision to retire from baseball
26:16 – what career will he pursue instead
30:49 – what life is like after baseball
35:10 – his thoughts on USF Baseball & an FSU transfer
38:43 – closing thoughts
Hosts:
John Kaplan (@johnnykii)
Matthew Giardino (@basesonbulls)
Guest:
Daniel Cantu (@daniel_cantu33)
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In today's episode, John and Matt catch up with Brad Lord, a 2022 USF Baseball Alum and current pitcher in the Washington Nationals organization. Brad (age 24) is having a breakout season and has one of the lowest ERAs in all of minor league baseball (2.11 ERA in 111 IP). He recently was moved into the Nationals "Top 30 prospects" list and is currenty at Triple-A in Rochester. Topics discussed include:
-reflecting on his time at USF
-the day he got drafted
-learning to be a professional pitcher
-how he's transformed his game as a pro
-advice for up and coming pitchers
-his thoughts on the future of USF Baseball
And much more!
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In today’s episode, Mark sits down with Jeff Davis who played at USF Baseball from 1971-1973 and then spent almost two decades working for USF as an Assistant Coach, Interim Head Coach, Assistant Athletic Director and Interim Head Athletic Director until he moved on in 1989. Topics discussed include:
· Playing for USF Baseball in the program’s very early years
· Coaching under Robin Roberts, USF’s 3rd Head Coach and MLB Hall of Famer
· Helping USF Baseball make its first ever NCAA Tournament in 1982 as a Coach
· Navigating USF Athletics through financial struggles in 1985
· Thoughts on the current state and direction of USF and USF Athletics
And much more!
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In today’s episode, the guys sit down with new USF Baseball Head Coach, Mitch Hannahs. Topics discussed include:
· Why he wanted to come to USF
· Building out his assistant coaching staff
· His approach to building a successful baseball team and program
· Goals for the upcoming season
· What he looks for in recruits
And much more!
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On this weeks episode, Adam and John sit down with special guest Andrew Perez (2016-2018 USF Baseball LHP). Andrew gives an update on his pro ball season in Mexico and the trio discuss topics such as the new USF Baseball coaching staff, USF athletics facilities (past, present, and future), and Andrew’s fun stories from his time as a Bull!
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In today’s episode Mark sits down with USF Baseball alum, Jarrett Eaton (2021-2022). Jarrett helped the Bulls make it to their first ever NCAA Super-Regional in 2021. During the 11 postseason games that season, Jarrett batted .368 with a .968 OPS and 9 RBIs. In the Regional Championship game vs. South Alabama which the Bulls won 6-4, he went 3 for 3 with 3 RBIs.
Topics discussed in today’s show include what Jarrett has been up to since his USF playing days, the hiring of Mitch Hannahs as USF Baseball’s new Head Coach, and the College World Series in Omaha which is starting this weekend. Jarrett played in Omaha as a freshman with Auburn in 2019 and we talked about what it’s like to be there from a player’s perspective.
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Link to Coach Hannahs introductory press conference - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/mitch-hannahs-introductory-press-conference/id1638981774?i=1000659057205
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In today’s episode, Adam sits down with special guest and current #ProBull Andrew Perez! Andrew updates Bulls fans on playing professionally in Mexico and his experiences there, his work with younger players, NIL culture in college baseball and the state of USF baseball as we search for a new head coach. Andrew also gives his thoughts on a few of the coaching names that have been floated around on social media!
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In this episode, Mark (@USFBaseballFans), Adam (@Adam12James), and John (@JohnnyKII) recap the season, reflect on the Mohl era, and talk about the open Head Coach position.
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0:00 - Intro
1:47 - season recap
6:53 - tip of the cap to Billy Mohl
12:00 - key traits needed in new Head Coach
27:20 - Mike Silva is a great candidate
31:15 - Joe Urso would be elite
32:57 - Alex Sogard a strong option
36:31 - Discussing those 3 names
38:41 - Brewin Crew’s appeal to Joe Urso
43:12 - a couple more names to consider
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In today's episode Mark recaps last night's 7-2 win over UNF and looks ahead to a big weekend of baseball at The Red. The Bulls are set to face UAB and if they win the series, they will advance to play in the AAC Championship in Clearwater next week. If they lose the series, their season will be over. Tune in to hear everything you need to know before this week's pivotal matchup!
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In this episode Mark sits down with Jared Plummer of @ECUJungle to talk some college baseball as we look ahead to the series between the Bulls and Pirates in Greenville, NC this weekend.
0:00 - Introduction
1:52 - welcoming Jared of @ECUJungle onto the show
4:16 - how has ECU been so consistent over the years?
10:25 - what to know about ECU's squad for this weekend
27:28 - the inspirational story of Parker Byrd
33:10 - what is "The Jungle"?
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In this edition of Thirsty Thursdays, Mark and John are joined by Richard Pereira who covers FAU athletics for the "Inside the Burrow" podcast to talk about the upcoming series between the Bulls and the Owls. Mark and John also dive a little deeper into the matchup, talk about the Bulls' recent results, and give their "Picks to Click" for the upcoming weekend.
0:00 - Talking the FAU/USF series with Richard Pereira
15:05 - Mark and John's thoughts on the upcoming series
21:36- Discussing the past couple of weeks and how the Bulls can get right
35:32 - Picks to click for the upcoming weekend
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We have a jam packed show for you today.
Mark and John sat down with Coach Mohl and discussed the season so far, players who have stood out lately, finding consistency with the pitching staff, and some key injury updates.
At the 26:40 mark, Adam and Matt deliver their weekend recap!
0:00 – Introducing Coach Mohl
2:28 – Coach’s take on the Tulane series
6:20 – Two players that have excelled since our last chat with Coach
10:00 – How he’s preparing the team for the 8 game homestand
14:53 – How he’s addressing the pitching issues of the past weekend
19:01 – Coach provides injury updates
22:40 – Cut for the Cure on April 28th
25:00 – Coach’s message to fans ahead of the homestand
26:40 – Matt & Adam give a weekend recap
30:58 – Matt & Adam look across the AAC
34:41 – Name that Bull
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John dives into several different USF Baseball (20-13, 6-3) topics as the team prepares to head to New Orleans for a big series with Tulane.
0:00 - Intro
0:58 - Bethune Cookman recap
5:27 - Tulane weekend preview
9:01 - State of the Bulls
11:48 - John power ranks our top bullpen arms
20:03 - Other team news and thoughts
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