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Ask Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The Source

Ask Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The Source

By: Aaron Thigpen & Erik Johnson
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Straight talk on the culture of sport, athletic development and sports performance. For athletes, parents coaches, trainers and anyone enthusiastic about the current state of youth, high school and college sports.Aaron Thigpen & Erik Johnson
Episodes
  • Mixed Bag- Current State of Baseball Summer 2026

    Mixed Bag- Current State of Baseball Summer 2026
    Jun 13 2026

    Explore the shifting landscape of collegiate baseball recruiting. Learn why dedicated baseball player development is more crucial than ever for high school athletes to succeed in the new NCAA environment and beyond.
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    27 mins
  • Don't Hit the Panic Button: A Guide to Navigating Poor Performance in Youth Sports

    Don't Hit the Panic Button: A Guide to Navigating Poor Performance in Youth Sports
    Apr 12 2026

    The spring season is underway, and with it comes the excitement of competition. But what happens when the first weekend doesn't go as planned? Your young athlete strikes out, misses a shot, or posts a disappointing time. The immediate instinct for many parents and coaches is to sound the alarm and demand immediate changes.

    This "knee-jerk reaction" to a poor performance is a common pitfall. According to youth sports coaches, this approach can do more harm than good, derailing long-term progress for short-term fixes. The key is to shift the focus from a single bad day to the overarching journey of athletic development.
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    20 mins
  • Common Training Killers and How to Avoid Them

    Common Training Killers and How to Avoid Them
    Mar 29 2026

    Discover the biggest mistakes athletes make that kill their off-season gains. Learn why consistent in-season training is crucial for peak performance, injury prevention, and long-term development.
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    28 mins
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