In this episode, Patrick shares the unfiltered truth behind what it really takes to get recruited to play college baseball in 2025. After talking to dozens of coaches, watching games across the country, and helping players from coast to coast, he breaks down the exact roadmap players and parents need to follow — including what most people get completely wrong.

Whether you're just starting the process or deep into your recruiting journey, this is an episode you can't afford to miss.

What You’ll Learn:

The only reasons to enter the transfer portal (and why most players shouldn’t)

Updates on roster size rules and how it impacts recruiting

The most important question every player must ask before starting the process

Key recruiting timelines for Power 4, mid-major D1, D2, D3, NAIA, and JUCO

Which showcases actually matter (PBR vs. Perfect Game)

How college coaches actually evaluate players (hint: it’s not just stats)

Why the best prospect isn’t always the best player

Position-by-position breakdown of recruiting priorities

What you should be doing from freshman to senior year

Social media strategy that gets attention — without hurting your visibility

Why cold emails to coaches almost never work (and what to do instead)

Resources:

Book a $60 Recruiting Consultation: https://patrickjonesbaseball.com/recruiting

Connect With Patrick:

Twitter: @pjonesbaseball

Website: https://patrickjonesbaseball.com

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In this episode, I’m joined by Jared Gaynor- founder of Pitching Coach U and former pitching coach in the Minnesota Twins organization. We dive into what actually matters in pitching development: fastball command, pitch design, identity, and the mental side of competing under pressure.

We talk about why bullpen success doesn’t always translate to games, how a pitcher’s mindset can make or break them, and why the recruiting landscape is more competitive (and confusing) than ever.

If you’re a player or parent trying to make sense of college recruiting, I offer 30-minute consultations to help you build a clear plan. You can book one at patrickjonesbaseball.com/recruiting

Follow Jared on Twitter

Jared's pitch design course

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On this week's episode of Patrick Jones Baseball, we welcome Victor Rojas, Assistant Head Coach and Recruiting Coordinator at Ottawa University - Arizona (OUAZ). Victor has one of the most unique journeys in baseball—he played minor league ball, worked as a GM, became a broadcaster for ESPN and MLB Network, and now, he’s coaching college baseball.

In this episode, Victor shares:

• His path from broadcasting to coaching and why he chose the NAIA level.
• What recruits and parents need to know about NAIA baseball and how it compares to other levels.
• His coaching philosophy and how he develops players mentally and physically.
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If you're a player or parent looking to understand the college baseball recruiting process—especially at the NAIA level—this episode is a must-listen.

🔗 Follow Victor Rojas & OUAZ Baseball:

• OUAZ Baseball Website
• Victor Rojas on Twitter

🔗 Need help in the recruiting process?

Book a free 15-minute call

👉 PatrickJonesBaseball.com/recruiting

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