Roland Fanning and the Austin Peay Rise

Coaches Corner Podcast

Walter Beede

July 8, 202531 min
Baseball

Roland Fanning and the Austin Peay Rise

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Episode Notes

In this high-energy episode of Coach’s Corner, we sit down with Roland Fanning, the head coach of Austin Peay Baseball, whose bold leadership and blue-collar approach are turning heads across the college baseball landscape. Coach Fanning shares how he’s built a championship-caliber program with grit, transparency, and a focus on player development — not promises. From the impact of the transfer portal to what high school athletes need to know, this episode is packed with insights for players, parents, and coaches alike.

Key Highlights:

  • Austin Peay’s rise to back-to-back A-Sun titles under Fanning

  • Why mid-majors are now legitimate Omaha contenders

  • How Coach Fanning retains his top players and builds authentic relationships

  • What he looks for in recruits (hint: it’s not just metrics)

  • The truth about JUCO and how it's reshaping college baseball

Call to Action:
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