PODCAST EPISODE ALERT- Respect & Discipline
- Heather Wright
- Jan 17
- 2 min read
Respect, Discipline, and What You Do When No One’s Watching
At Dingerz Nation, we talk about a lot more than home runs and highlights.
This week, Jordan “Thunderbird” Sanchez kicks off a conversation that matters just as much as batting averages and exit velocity: respect, discipline, and practicing when no one is forcing you to.
Because here’s the truth about youth baseball that doesn’t get talked about enough:
Talent might get attention, but discipline keeps you on the field.
What Coaches Really Notice
Most kids think coaches only care about:
Big hits
Fast throws
Winning games
Those things matter, but coaches are always watching more than that.
They notice:
How you treat your teammates
How you listen during practice
Whether you hustle on drills you don’t like
How you act when you’re not starting
And yes, they notice who is putting in work outside of team practice.
Practicing on Your Own Isn’t Punishment
Practicing on your own doesn’t mean:
Being perfect
Training all day
Having expensive lessons
It can be simple:
Throwing into a net
Swings in the backyard
Footwork drills in your room
Watching baseball and learning the game
Those small habits add up fast.
Jordan talks about how doing just a little extra builds confidence and helps you feel ready when game day comes.
Respect Is Part of the Game
Respect in baseball isn’t about being quiet or scared to speak up.
It’s about:
Respecting your coaches’ time
Respecting your teammates’ effort
Respecting the game itself
When you show respect, coaches trust you more. And players who earn trust usually earn more opportunities.
From a Kid’s Perspective
This episode is different because it’s not an adult lecture.
It’s one kid talking to other kids about:
What actually helps
What actually matters
What makes baseball more fun and less stressful
That’s what Dingerz Nation is becoming: A place where youth baseball is talked about honestly, from the player’s point of view.
What’s Next for Dingerz Nation
Dingerz Nation is growing from a magazine concept into:
A youth baseball podcast
A community-driven directory
A resource for players, parents, and teams
Over the next few months, you’ll see:
Interviews
Local features
Training tips
Real conversations about youth sports
All led by kids, for kids.
Watch the Episode
🎧 Respect, Discipline & What You Do When No One’s Watching
Hosted by Jordan “Thunderbird” Sanchez
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