The Baseball Forward Podcast
Baseball Forward is a podcast that aims to inspire and elevate the next generation of baseball players, coaches, and families. Hosted by former college/MiLB player Ross Hawley and 3X National Champion Coach Jim Schwanke, the podcast focuses on growth, leadership, and the process of becoming your best—both on and off the field. Through weekly topics and interviews with some of the most respected coaches, players and influencers in the baseball world, Baseball Forward provides an entertaining and valuable resource for those looking to improve and reach their potential in the game of baseball. Whether you’re a player, coach, a family member, or a fan, this podcast offers insight and advice to help you develop your skills and mindset, in baseball and in life.
Episodes
Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with the Pitching Coach for Tarleton State University, Mr. RD Spiehs. Here’s Episode 63 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with the the winningest pitching coach in NCAA D1 history, Mr. Brent Kemnitz, of Wichita State University. Here’s Episode 62 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with the Pitching Coach for The Air Force Academy, Mr. Kyle Winkler. Here’s Episode 61 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with the Head Coach of The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Mr. Chris Morris. Here’s Episode 60 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with former Wichita State RHP, the son of Jim and Stephanie, Mr. Willie Schwanke. Here’s Episode 59 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with my former teammate, best friend and twin brother, Mr. Ryan Hawley (Part 2). Here’s Episode 58 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with the Head Coach of Odessa College, Mr. David Wood. Here’s Episode 57 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
On today's episode, Ross and Jim discuss the evolution of Baseball Forward. They discuss the 5 Pillars of Baseball, Baseball Forward's Mind Map Series and what they're wanting to accomplish with Baseball Forward, as a company. Here’s Episode 56 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with a former OF/1B for the Texas Rangers, Mr. Jason Botts. Here’s Episode 55 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with Sean McKinney, Associate Head Coach for NCAA Division II power Colorado Mesa University. Here’s Episode 54 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with a former World Series Champion and RHP who spent 14 seasons in the big leagues, Mr. Chad Durbin. Here’s Episode 53 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with the South Texas/Louisiana Area Scout for the Arizona Diamondbacks AND the Chief Operating Officer of the Texas Twelve, Mr. Justin Seely. Here’s Episode 52 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with the Head Baseball Coach at Rockwall High School in Rockwall, TX, Mr. Barry Rose. Here’s Episode 51 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
On today's show, Coach Schwanke breaks down what a good approach looks like for any hitter, at any level. Here’s Episode 50 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with a Tampa Bay Rays farmhand. He was their 11th Round Selection in the 2024 MLB Amateur Draft out of The University of Houston, RHP, Mr. Cade Citelli. Here’s Episode 49 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with the back flippin' electric LHP, wearing #99 for the Kansas State Wildcats, Mr. JJ Slack. Here’s Episode 48 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with the Pitching Coach at Kansas State University, Mr. Rudy Darrow. Here’s Episode 47 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with Head Baseball Coach at Denison University in Granville, Ohio, Mr. Mike Deegan. Here’s Episode 46 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with former MLB catcher and current Assistant Coach at Blinn College, Mr. Cameron Rupp. Here’s Episode 45 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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Join hosts Ross Hawley and Jim Schwanke as they elevate the next generation of ballplayers and coaches.
Today’s guest conversation is with Head Baseball Coach for The Baylor University Bears, Mr. Mitch Thompson. Here’s Episode 44 of the Baseball Forward Podcast.
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