Swing Hard
It's time to "Swing Hard" with Coach Denny Barrett! Coach Denny has been coaching at the high school and collegiate level for almost thirty years. He has also recruited and coached some of the top collegiate and professional athletes. Throughout his career, Denny has also been involved in all aspects of the athletics programs including recruiting, coordinating programs, budgeting, staffing and maintenance. And, with his successful BATRS program, he and his staff provide preparation for young players to succeed at the high school level and beyond! With the "Swing Hard" podcast, it doesn't matter if you play baseball or not - just step up to the plate and get some life inspiration every week with Coach Denny!
Episodes
230 episodes
SWING HARD EPISODE #230- BASEBALL AND THE HOLIDAYS
Denny and Robert discussed Denny's current health issues and the importance of taking breaks in sports, particularly in baseball. They explored the benefits of year-round practice for developing muscle memory in sports and shared personal exper...
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Season 2
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Episode 230
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24:20
SWING HARD EPISODE #229 - PLAYER DEVELOPMENT
Denny and Producer Rob discussed the Dodgers' World Series victory and its impact on the Dodgers-Giants rivalry, leading to a conversation about the psychology of sports fans and their relationship with successful teams. They explored various a...
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Season 2
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Episode 229
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26:51
SWING HARD EPISODE #228 - ADAM SARANCIK
This week Denny talks to our in house Professor of baseball, Adam Sarancik! Adam and Denny talk about the World Series Champion, Dodgers. Plus Adam introduces a special “Dodger great” guest to the podcast. And Professor Adam wraps up the episod...
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Season 2
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Episode 228
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33:27
SWING HARD EPISODE #227 - SETH MOIR
This week Denny talks to Seth Moir, pitching coach and recruiting assistant for Cal Poly! Seth talks about life as a Division 1 coach plus he shares terrific insight on what top notch colleges like Cal Poly are looking for in a scholar athlete....
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Season 2
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Episode 227
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48:10
SWING HARD EPISODE #226 - JASON SKLAR
This week Denny talks to Jason Sklar, one half of the Sklar Brothers. Jason shares some great stories about Kirk Gibson, Michigan football, Max Scherzer, Jack Buck, and Ozzie Smith. Plus Jason and Denny make their World Series predictions.
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Season 2
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Episode 226
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24:44
SWING HARD EPISODE #225 - PODCAST FALL PREVIEW
Denny and Rob preview Notre Dame baseball. Plus, Denny previews the Fall podcast line up including guests and topics coming up in future episodes.
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Season 2
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Episode 225
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20:43
SWING HARD EPISODE #224 - RJ GORDON
This week on the Swing Hard Podcast, we get an update on the Pro Baseball career of BATRS alum RJ Gordon. Denny and RJ discuss life as a New York Mets prospect. Plus RJ talks about his preparation in the off season and what’s next in his pro ca...
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Season 2
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Episode 224
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50:28
SWING HARD EPISODE #223 - ADAM SARANCIK
This week Adam Sarancik joins Denny on the swing hard podcast. Denny and Adam talk Dodger playoffs and the Top 10 things coaches should be doing in the off season.For questions on the podcast, email Adam at
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Season 2
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Episode 223
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47:34
SWING HARD EPISODE #222 - BASEBALL FALL PREVIEW
This week on the Swing Hard Podcast, Denny and Rob discuss Paul Skenes vs. Hunter Green, the MLB playoffs, the Dodgers scouting team and a couple great BATRS/ travel team stories. Swing hard in case you hit it.
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Season 3
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Episode 222
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27:55
SWING HARD EPISODE #221 - KEVIN BERG
This week Denny talks to Kevin Berg, father of Notre Dame pitching sensation Beckett Berg. Kevin takes you on an amazing behind the scenes look of a recruiting trip to University of Texas. Plus Denny and Kevin talk about the parent’s role in ra...
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Season 3
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Episode 221
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56:39
SWING HARD EPISODE #220 - ADAM SARANCIK
This week Denny talks to our in-house Professor of baseball, Adam Sarancik. Denny and Adam talk about the pros and cons of fall baseball. Plus Adam discusses the possible alternatives.For questions on the podcast, email Adam at
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Season 3
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Episode 220
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39:15
SWING HARD EPISODE #219 - GUY DEES
This week Denny and Rob talk to Tehachapi High School baseball coach Guy Dees. Denny and Guy talk about their philosophy on coaching. Plus Guy shares some insight on this year’s team and the challenges and advantages of coaching in the Central ...
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Season 3
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Episode 219
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50:15
SWING HARD EPISODE #218- BECKETT BERG
“A day in the life of a Division 1 baseball recruit...” This week on the Swing Hard Podcast, Denny follows up with Notre Dame pitching standout Beckett Berg. Beckett talks about the midnight phone calls and texts he received from D1 baseball co...
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Season 3
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Episode 218
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39:02
SWING HARD EPISODE #217 - SUMMER RECAP 25
This week Denny and Rob break down the summer baseball season plus Denny shares recruitment news about some of his former BATRS players and a sneak preview of what’s ahead in the Fall with the Swing Hard Podcast.
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Season 3
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Episode 217
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28:31
SWING HARD EPISODE #216 - ADAM SARANCIK Part Two
This week Adam Sarancik is back! And he'll answer some important questions on this episode like...“What is a mentor?" “What should you be asking college recruiters? And..."What questions should recruiters be asking you?...
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Season 3
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Episode 216
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34:44
SWING HARD EPISODE #215 - ADAM SARANCIK
This week Adam Sarancik is back!For questions on the podcast, email Adam at asarancik@gmail.comAdam Sarancik is the author of four Amazon Top 100 Best Selling books, Coa...
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Season 3
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Episode 215
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31:54
SWING HARD EPISODE #214 - JACK WILSON PART 2
This week in part 2, Jack Wilson shares tips on how to flush an error and work through a slump with “Iron Mike.” Plus, Denny talks about Big leaguer Jacob Wilson (Jack’s son) and how he is adjusting to major league life. And, Jack reveals some ...
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Season 3
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Episode 214
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29:23
SWING HARD EPISODE #213 - JACK WILSON
This week Denny talks to former Major Leaguer Jack Wilson. Denny and Jack talk about rising superstar and Big leaguer Jacob Wilson (Jack’s son). Denny dives into the challenges and rewards of coaching and fathering a young major leaguer. Plus, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 213
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29:54
SWING HARD EPISODE #212 - BECKETT BERG
This week Denny talks to Notre Dame High School standout pitcher Beckett Berg. Denny and Beckett talk about the pressure of being a starting pitcher in the mission league. Plus Denny shares valuable insight on college recruiting, and competing ...
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Season 3
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Episode 212
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58:23
SWING HARD EPISODE #211 - ADAM SARANCIK
This week Adam Sarancik is back with the most powerful information and insight yet. Adam and Denny talk about how to choose a college. They also discuss the pros and cons of playing multiple sports. And Adam answers the question, is a col...
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Season 3
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Episode 211
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55:34
SWING HARD EPISODE #210 - ETHAN PRICE & ISAIAH HEARN
This week celebrates 4th of July by talking to two of the premiere outfielders in the Mission League, Ethan Price from Harvard Westlake and Isaiah Hearn from Chaminade. Denny talks about college recruiting, summer league, Jackie Robinson, Willi...
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Season 3
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Episode 210
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44:25
SWING HARD EPISODE #209 - DEAN WEST Part 2
This week it’s Part 2 of Denny’s conversation with UCLA lead off man Dean West. Dean and Denny talk about all the obstacles the Bruins had to deal with this season. Plus, Dean shares some insight on how the Bruins will get back to the 2026 Coll...
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Season 3
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Episode 209
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32:30
SWING HARD EPISODE #208 - DEAN WEST
This week on the Swing Hard Podcast Denny talks to UCLA Bruin lead off hitter Dean West. Dean talks about his experience in this year’s College World Series plus he shares details on his interesting superstition and talks about the hugely succe...
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Season 3
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Episode 208
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28:30
SWING HARD EPISODE #207 - ADAM SARANCIK
This week Denny talks to our in house Professor of baseball, Adam Sarancik. Adam breaks down the five most neglected aspects of an Athletes Training Regimen. Plus, Denny shares some off season training tips. And, Denny and Adam tease an upcomin...
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Season 3
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Episode 207
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44:05
SWING HARD EPISODE #206 - PBR Baseball Tournament
This week Denny is in Georgia for the prestigious PBR baseball tournament. Denny talks to coaches from Harvard Westlake and J Serra about what the tournament is all about. Plus Denny has Hall of Fame breaking news. Join us for another episode o...
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Season 3
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Episode 206
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15:59