Episode 144: Interview with National Scout and Hitting Coordinator for the Kansas City Royals Joe Raccuia

In this episode, we sit down with former college baseball coach Joe Raccuia — now a National Scout and Minor League Hitting Coordinator for the Kansas City Royals. We dive into his playing career, his path into coaching, and what his current role looks like inside a Major League Baseball organization.

Coach Raccuia shares valuable insight into the college baseball recruiting process, offering perspective from both sides: as a longtime coach and as a parent navigating the journey with his own family. He also delivers powerful stories about development, setbacks, and the importance of persistence for players chasing their dreams.

Whether you’re a player, parent, or a fan of the game, this episode provides real-world advice and inspiration for anyone involved in baseball.

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Presented by Kali Gloves - www.kaligloves.com

Chapters

• (00:00:02) - Kevin Smith's Cali Gloves
• (00:01:12) - Former Mariston Baseball Coach Keith Glasser on The Dugout Dish
• (00:09:20) - Choosing the Right College for You
• (00:16:44) - How to Sell Camps to Your Parents
• (00:23:18) - Offering a Freshman an Offer
• (00:29:47) - Be Dedicated to Your Goal
• (00:37:29) - Scouts on Prospects: Makeup Can't Deter You
• (00:43:05) - Reasons for College Baseball Recruiting
• (00:50:36) - How to Get Out of Struggles in Baseball
• (00:57:44) - Bat Coach: Can We Fix Our Kids'?
• (01:04:26) - Tyler Schwarber on His Hit Skills
• (01:12:26) - Should You Bring a Prospect Up to the MLB?
• (01:20:54) - Timothy Howey on the Defensive Side of Prospects
• (01:29:52) - Andy Wells on High School Baseball
• (01:34:52) - All About It