Coach’s Corner: Chris Pollard – Leading the Next Era of College Baseball

Coach Walter Beede welcomes Chris Pollard, Head Coach at the University of Virginia, for a deep dive into the evolving world of college baseball. After 13 seasons at Duke, Pollard returns home to Virginia to lead one of the most tradition-rich programs in the ACC.

They discuss the realities of modern recruiting — from roster crunches and the shrinking MLB Draft to how high school athletes can stand out in an older, more competitive game. Pollard shares practical advice for players and parents on preparation, mindset, and accountability, stressing that success comes from sleep, nutrition, and routine as much as from skill.

You’ll also hear his take on the revival of two-way players, the overlooked value of base running, and how mental training is shaping the next generation of college athletes.

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