This week Denny talks to childhood star from "The Wonder Years," Jason Hervey! Denny and Jason talk Dodgers, Yankees and how to make it in Hollywood! If you think baseball is a game of failure, wait until you hear the backstories of Hollywood.
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This week Denny talks to Notre Dame and future UCLA Baseball standout Dean West. Dean and Denny talk about college life, the MLB draft and what it takes to become a Division 1 prospect. Plus, do parents really sacrifice time, money and well being to help their future prospects be the best they can really be?? Of course they do and Dean will break it down.
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This week learn about the future of Coaching and Training for Baseball! Denny talks to Mike Castellani and Trey Hannam, the founders of the new baseball training tool, Baseball IQ . App. If you want to learn how to talk baseball with your player you need to check out the latest episode of “Swing Hard” in case you hit it with Denny Barrett!
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This week Denny talks to Dove Tail Bat maker Paul Lancisi! Paul went from Cabinet Maker to Bat Maker to a Major League Baseball mover and shaker. Paul and Denny share stories about Pete Alonzo, Giancarlo Stanton, Freddy Sanchez, Shohei Ohtani, Bryce Harper and many more. If you think you know something about bats you better think again and listen to “Swing Hard” in case you hit it.
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This week Denny talks to Notre Dame Baseball Standout Jake Stromsborg. Jake shares his story of battling cancer and how it’s made him mentally and emotionally stronger. This episode will make you laugh, make you cry and it’ll be one of the most inspiring baseball and human stories you’ve ever heard.
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It’s the 100th Episode!! Denny Talks to 2022 CIF Champion Matt Magallon, Head Coach of Burroughs High School in Burbank. Denny and Matt talk about what it takes to be a Champion. Plus, how parents play an important role in players' outlook on the game. And some breaking news about Denny and Matt coaching together this Summer.
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This week on Episode 99 of “Swing Hard” in case you hit it, Denny is live at the Boras Classic where Notre Dame takes down JSerra! Plus, Denny and Rob talk about the 30th anniversary of the baseball classic “Sandlot” and Denny shares his 0 for 80 hitless streak story. Lots of laughs and stories this week on “Swing Hard."
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This week Denny talks to Detroit Tiger Scout and Crespi Alum Joe Ferrone! Joe and Denny do a little trash talking about Crespi and Notre Dame. Plus, Joe shares some great wisdom about what it takes to make it to the Big Show!
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This Week on Episode 97, Denny and Producer Rob give their take on the World Baseball Classic. Did Trout and Ohtani bring back the wonderment of Baseball? Plus, Denny breaks down why Notre Dame High School is ranked #1 in the CIF! And “Swing Hard” talks about March Madness. Denny spends some time talking about his childhood friend and TCU basketball Coach Jamie Dixon!
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We hate to name drop but this week Denny talks to Super Scout Bill Geivett about Greg Maddux, Tim Lincecum, Pedro Martinez, Tom Glavine, Tommy Lasorda, Derrick Jeter, Mariano Rivera, Andy Petite, Cody Bellinger , Walt Weiss and many more in another compelling episode of “Swing Hard” in case you hit it.
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On Episode 95 Denny sits down with lifelong friend Michael Baron and talks Baseball, Parenting, Xerox, UCLA Basketball, NBA Basketball and a potpourri of other topics that will leave you scratching your head. It’s hilarious and informative all in one Podcast! “Swing Hard” in case you hit it.
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On Episode 94 of “Swing Hard” in case you hit it, Denny talks to actor and baseball dad, Dominic Pace. You may have seen Dominic on TV in "The Mandalorian, " "Superstore," or "NCIS: Los Angeles." Denny and Dominic talk about youth baseball, acting and his unique baseball bucket list! Swing Hard in case you hit it.
"Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
On Episode 93 of “Swing Hard” in case you hit it, Denny talks to former De Anza College Head Coach Frank Garcia. Denny and Frank talk about the advantages of going to Junior College vs. Division 1 right out of school and the importance of practice….that’s right we said practice! Swing Hard in case you hit it.
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This Week Denny talks to Richard Zelniker, an award winning director, writer, actor and author of 4 no hitters as a youth in Montreal! Denny and Richard talk about coaching, competing and how to “grind your way” to success in sports and Hollywood.
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This week Denny talks to Bryan Kaye, Sales and Operations at Easton/Rawlings Sporting Goods. Bryan and Denny talk about the hottest Easton bats on the market and they share stories about playing and coaching at Chaminade High School, Pierce College and Glendale College.
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This week Denny talks to John Pattyson. John is a director of the Directors Guild of America. He has led programming for CBS-TV, NBC-TV, ABC-TV, FOX-TV, HBO, TLC, Discovery, Showtime, TBS, Lifetime, ESPN, and the Tennis Channel. He has produced behind-the-scenes for hundreds of Hollywood's biggest films and interviewed hundreds of celebrities from film, music, TV and sports. Denny goes to Hollywood for Episode 90 of “Swing Hard."
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On episode 89 of “Swing Hard'' (in case you hit it), Denny talks to the First Base Coach of the Pittsburgh Pirates, Tarrik Brock. If you want an inside look at what it takes to be a Big Leaguer then you are going to love Tarrik's inspiring words. Plus, Denny and Tarrik share some great tips for young coaches struggling to relate to their players.
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On episode 88 of "Swing Hard," Denny continues his talk with the brain trust of the Sherman Oaks Little League, Southern California’s largest Little League. Denny talks tryouts, the Draft Daddy Ball and Little League parents. All of your little league questions and more will be answered on part two of this special episode of “Swing Hard."
"Swing Hard in case you hit it!" Denny Barrett
This week on “Swing Hard” (in case you hit it), Denny talks to the brain trust of the Sherman Oaks Little League, Southern California’s largest Little League. Denny talks tryouts, the Draft Daddy Ball and Little League parents. All your little league questions and more will be answered on this two part episode of “Swing Hard”.
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In part two of this two part episode, Denny goes toe to toe with his biggest foe…Parents! In this special "Travel Ball Parents" round table session, Denny talks about high school, game changers, parent gossip in the stands, social media and recruiting. You are going to love this special edition of “Swing Hard” in case you hit it!
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