The Five Tool Baseball Podcast

Ep 134 (presented by HITFORTH): Recruiting trends, observations; previewing 2025 Five Tool Texas 55, more

Dustin and Drew highlight some trends happening in college baseball recruiting right now and where the talent in the region is going and what it means. Plus, the two discuss the surprising amount of college baseball coaching turnover and what it means for recruits. The 2025 Five Tool Texas 55 is complete and the gang previews the debut of the list along with some football discussion and more.

Ep 133 (presented by HITFORTH): Rangers win World Series, more Signing Class Discussion (A&M, Tech, LSU, OU, Sam Houston, UTA, JUCO)

Dustin and Drew are back with more signing class discussion during the Early Signing Period but first... THE RANGERS WON THE WORLD SERIES! The two then go into detail about A&M, Tech, LSU, OU, Sam Houston, UTA's recruiting classes and also discuss 10 more individual JUCO commits they like. 

Ep 132 (presented by HITFORTH): Signing Classes Discussion (Texas, TCU, Houston, Baylor, Texas State, DBU, JUCOs)

We're a week away from the first day 2024 prospects can begin signing NLIs and Drew and Dustin begin signing class discussions with reports on six programs - Texas, TCU, Houston, Baylor, DBU and Texas State. Also, the two highlight 10 of their favorite individual JUCO commitments who are set to sign next week. 

Ep 131 (Presented by HITFORTH): HITFORTH Director of Performance Andrew Chappell

This is a must-listen for any youth/high school player. 

Former AA Strength Coach of the Year and current HITFORTH Director of Performance Andrew Chappell joins Drew and Dustin and discusses HITFORTH's personalized approach to developing pound-for-pound the strongest hitters. He explains the importance of movement/form, why strength development isn't just about weight, how HITFORTH is accountable and measures development, what a workout is like, how they're using data, age-appropriate, personalized plans, how it correlates to hitting and much, much more. 

Ep 130 (presented by HITFORTH): More of our favorite uncommitted players, MLB playoffs, recruiting

Drew and Dustin continue highlighting uncommitted players in the 2024/2025 and JUCO classes with 36 more names colleges should be tracking. Plus, the duo discusses a bit of general recruiting topics, dishes on the MLB playoffs and asks the most important question of the day - did Drew make the right fantasy football trade? We're presented by HITFORTH and we explain why HITFORTH's Instagram page recently published a reel that perfectly describes why it's the best development center in Central Texas. 

Ep 129 (presented by HITFORTH): Recruiting advice for fall/winter; favorite uncommitted players; MLB playoffs; football

Now that recruiting has entered a "quiet" period for D1 coaches and the fall season is winding down, what should uncommitted players be doing to help themselves? Drew and Dustin discuss that and also list some of their favorite uncommitted 2025 and 2024 players. Plus, the two discuss the MLB playoffs, the crazy end to the Phillies/Braves game and recap a lackluster football weekend.

Ep 128 (Presented by HITFORTH): AZFC, Five Tool Academic teams, HITFORTH visit, MLB Playoffs, TX/OU

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. 

Ep 127: Recapping Texas Scouts Association Games

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. 

Ep 126: North Texas and Dodgers Scout Teams; TSA Preview; Drew’s birthday and football

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. 

Ep 125: ’Throwing: Back to the Basics’ with Alan Jaeger and Texas head coach David Pierce

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.