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Five Tool Baseball Senior Editor Dustin McComas and Scouting Director Drew Bishop cover the latest in amateur baseball in Texas and offer unique insight into the game they love with help from coaches, scouts and more.
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Thursday Oct 05, 2023
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
It's been a while since the last episode and the guys have been busy traveling, coaching/watching baseball and much more. So, there is a ton to talk about. Most importantly, the Five Tool Podcast is now presented by HITFORTH - the high-tech development center located in Austin, TX that produces pound-for-pound the most powerful and complete hitters in the state. Dustin discusses his recent visit to HITFORTH and the guys explain why they believe so deeply in development center. Plus, they recap the Arizona Fall Classic, Five Tool Academic teams, JUCO standouts from Arizona, the MLB playoffs, and DFW Twins Scout Day. And, of course, they end with Texas/OU predictions.
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Drew and Dustin recap the loaded Texas Scouts Association Games, which were presented and powered by Five Tool. The list of underclass and upperclass standouts is an extensive one. Plus, the two discuss the upcoming Arizona Fall Classic and Five Tool Academic teams.
Thursday Sep 14, 2023
Thursday Sep 14, 2023
Half of the podcast duo celebrated a birthday today. Drew didn't have any deep life lessons to deliver on his special day, but he did have plenty of baseball to talk about. He and Dustin gave thoughts on the North Texas Scout Team vs. Panola and Grayson and also the Dodgers Scout Team vs. San Jacinto. Plus, the two previewed this weekend's Texas Scouts Association / Deron Rombach Memorial Tournament and discussed Texas football, the Cowboys and why the Steelers suck.
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
Drew and Dustin were joined by two fantastic guests who share a deep passion for simply throwing the baseball. Baseball guru Alan Jaeger of Jaeger Sports and Texas head coach David Pierce joined to discuss an array of very important topics like arm care, benefits of long toss, the importance of feel and athleticism, the year-round throwing calendar and much more. But most importantly, the two shared a passion for and explained the importance of simply throwing and getting back to the basics of throwing.
Thursday Aug 17, 2023
Thursday Aug 17, 2023
After reviewing each Area Code Underclass team, Dustin and Drew return to go through each team during the Upperclass competition. Which players boosted their stock in Texas the most? Who was the best hitter? Which uncommitted pitcher impressed the most? All that and more.
Tuesday Aug 15, 2023
Tuesday Aug 15, 2023
Back from San Diego sporting much better tans, Dustin and Drew recap a loaded Area Code Underclass Games. The two go through eight of the eight teams and highlight standouts, share their notes and much more.
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Tuesday Aug 01, 2023
Five Tool is heading back to Area Code in sunny San Diego for the second-straight year. Dustin and Drew preview both the Underclass and Upperclass event with players from each team they're excited to see. Plus, the two discuss recruiting now that 2025 members can officially be contacted.
Friday Jul 28, 2023
Friday Jul 28, 2023
Drew and Dustin are back and discuss a couple of topics they've been meaning to get to: the final 2023 Five Tool Texas 55 and the MLB Draft. Plus, they share some thoughts from yesterday's Texas Scouts Association All-Star Game at Minute Maid Park in Houston.
Tuesday Jul 18, 2023
Tuesday Jul 18, 2023
The 2023 AABC Don Mattingly World Series, Five Tool's premier 17U event, was a smashing success. The 64-team field was loaded with players. Stars performed like stars and new names to know emerged in front of 122 college coaches or pro scouts. Dustin and Drew recap teams, standouts and much more.
Wednesday Jun 28, 2023
Wednesday Jun 28, 2023
Drew and Dustin get Pittsburgh Pirates Regional Supervisor Trevor Haley to break the news of who the Pirates are taking No. 1 overall in the upcoming MLB Draft!!!!
(just kidding)
Both Dustin and Drew have known Haley for over a decade and he offers his unique perspective on what it's like to be a professional scout, what they look for, what the scouting calendar is like, how much the type of person the player is matters, what it's like to be in a MLB Draft room and much, much more.