More Than Velocity
Maximizing your full potential in baseball using data-led monitoring and individualized training. Experts discuss what works and why at every level of baseball, from the Big Leagues on down.
Episodes
Former MLB pitcher and 1996 #1 overall draft pick Kris Benson joins the More Velocity Podcast to share his journey—from Clemson standout and Olympic medalist to Major Leaguer and now high school coach and ArmCare advocate.
Benson discusses:
- How modern arm care could have changed his career
- The evolution of pitching strength and recovery from the 90s to now
- Why youth athletes need strength before velocity
- His philosophy behi...
In this episode of More Than Velocity, Jordan and Matt sit down with Tommy Vessella, head baseball coach at Hillsdale College. A former professional pitcher drafted in the 11th round by the Houston Astros, Vessella spent seven seasons in the minors with both the Astros and San Francisco Giants, reaching AAA with the Fresno Grizzlies before moving into coaching.
Now entering his fifth season leading Hillsdale, Vessella has guided th...
In this episode of the More Than Velocity podcast, hosts Ryan Croton and Jordan Oseguera talk with Steve Bumbry from The St. James, a world-class sports and performance facility.
In this conversation, they discuss Steve’s journey from pro baseball with the Baltimore Orioles to shaping the next generation of athletes. How The St. James uses cutting-edge technology—strength sensors, range of motion testing, and data-driven programmin...
In this episode, we sit down with Northeastern Junior College Head Baseball Coach Andrew Kachel.
Recent notables include a 35-25 overall record, best in school history, and secured the 2025 Region IX Championship. Coach Kachel shares his journey from standout catcher to program-builder, recounting stops across the country and the mentors who shaped his path. We discuss how
ArmCare and Crossover Symmetry transformed NJC's approach t...
In this episode of the More Than Velocity podcast, we sit down with Blaine Jones, performance coach at Velocity Athlete Development in Canton, Georgia, and a rising leader in quarterback training.
Blaine shares how he’s integrating the ArmCare system—originally built for baseball—into his quarterback development programs with game-changing results. From NFL draft prep to high school combines, Blaine breaks down how ARM scores influ...
In this episode of More Than Velocity, we sit down with Dan Cabuling—Director of Strength & Conditioning at KPI (Kinetic Performance Institute)—to break down the current state of softball training.
In this episode we discuss:
- Why many softball players are burning out or quitting before college?
- The myths about softball throwing and how it's “safe” because it’s underhanded.
- Common performance gaps and injury risks unique to...
In this episode of More Than Velocity, we sit down with Texas A&M pitcher Myles Patton along with Jason Smith, the Director of Baseball Recruiting at the Ballengee Group, to discuss the journey of an elite pitcher and what it takes to maximize potential.
Myles shares how he developed his process, refined his training, and implemented ArmCare’s data-driven approach to optimize arm health, velocity, and performance. From navigati...
In this episode of More Than Velocity, we sit down with pitching coach and ArmCare Elite member Lou Kolasky to discuss how to train pitchers smarter, prevent injuries, and maximize performance.
Lou, a National Pitching Association (NPA) coach in the Great Lakes region, has worked with some of the top pitchers in the state—helping them refine their mechanics and manage their workload and has developed an elite understanding of the A...
In this episode of More Than Velocity, we sit down with veteran high school baseball coach Ryan Strickland to discuss how he’s transformed his program using ArmCare.
With nearly two decades of coaching experience in South Georgia, Ryan shares how he manages two-way players, optimizes pitching rotations, and keeps his athletes throwing harder, longer, and healthier.
Key topics covered:
- How ArmCare helps automate player workload...
In this episode of More Than Velocity, we’re joined by Alex Beebe, a physical therapist and owner of Diamond Performance and Rehab.
Alex shares his journey from working in traditional insurance-based PT to creating his own facility to focus on holistic, data-driven rehab and performance programs for baseball players. Discover how Alex uses the ArmCare platform to solve common rehab challenges, prevent...
The latest MoreThanVelocity podcast covers Zach Dials and John Geisel from Bullpen Pitching & Performance Training, a top-tier training facility in Northern Virginia. From guiding high school players to the big leagues, Bullpen is redefining player development with a "grinder mentality" and a focus on building self-reliant, resilient athletes.
Zach and John break down how they use data-driven assessments and arm care programmin...
In this episode of More Than Velocity, the ArmCare team sits down with Erik Wagle, the CEO of Kinetic Performance Institute (KPI), a premier baseball training facility in Silicon Valley.
Erik shares his insights on leveraging real-time data and technology to improve player performance, especially focusing on how KPI uses the ArmCare sensor to prevent injuries and enhance athlete longevity.
Listen in as Erik discusses the challenges...
In this episode of the More Than Velocity podcast, we sit down with Josh Kauten, founder of K's Training Academy in Bloomington, Illinois. Josh takes us through his journey from growing up in small-town Iowa to being drafted by the Detroit Tigers and ultimately establishing a premier training facility that has impacted hundreds of athletes.
Josh shares the unique approach of K's Training Academy, which integrates strength and pitch...
In this episode of More Than Velocity, Jordan Oseguera and Ryan Crotin dive deep into the journey of Nolan Cruz at Backyard Baseball Lab.
Nolan, who came in with shoulder and elbow issues, transformed from throwing 74 to 88 mph thanks to meticulous training and the Arm Care App.
The team discusses the importance of consistency, discipline, and a data-driven approach to player development. Kyle and RC from Backyard Baseball Lab brea...
In this episode of the More Than Velocity Podcast, we dive deep into the intersection of strength and spin in pitching with special guests from PitchLogic and Louisiana Tech University. Join this team of experts as we explore the impact of training and forearm strength on spin characteristics.
We’re excited to welcome Larry Sorenson and Steven Cukiernik from PitchLogic to discuss their groundbreaking pitching measurement system. S...
This week we welcome Dr. Nick Serio from Velocity University along with our hosts Ryan and Jordan as they dive into the intricacies of training, focusing on arm strength and velocity, and how data-driven approaches at VeloU are revolutionizing how athletes train and prevent injuries.
Dr. Serio shares his journey through kinesiology, strength and conditioning, and performance psychology, emphasizing the importance of individualized ...
The Prospect League is a collegiate summer baseball league consisting of teams spread across the Midwest.
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The Prospect League aims to foster a competitive environment for college players to hone their skills during the off-season. The league sets itself apart by focusing on providing unique, minor league-like venues t...
In this episode of More Than Velocity, Jordan and Ryan talk with Tim Collins and Matthew DeMarte, founders of Vaulted Baseball (https://vaultedbaseball.com/), a company that merges analytics with practical baseball experience.
Tim, with his substantial major league experience, including a World Series win with the Kansas City Royals, and Matthew, a data scientist with a background in player development and analytics, share their jo...
We meet with Tyler Tortora in this episode of More Than Velocity.
He's a young coach and top athlete himself who has overcome a ton of adversity in his own journey. Tyler shares real-life examples and data, highlighting his impact on the progress of athletes across a number of sports.
Specifically, we dive into his training with softball and football players, along with baseball. It's a glimpse into potential future applications fo...
In this episode of More Than Velocity, our hosts Ryan and Jordan talk with José Vázquez, the Texas Rangers Strength & Conditioning Coach since 2006.
They take a deep dive into the nuances of strength training, conditioning, and player development at the highest level of baseball. They cover José's expansive knowledge as a strength coach and physical therapist, which includes his role in leading a team to a World Series victor...
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