This is where youth baseball gets real, real ugly, and real fun! We cover the home runs, the meltdowns, the balks, the walks, the pickles and everything in between. It’s for parents, coaches, kids, and umpires too… who all live at the ball field (or feel like you do). From throwing helmets and tantrums to using illegal bats and ineligible pitchers, we talk about the good, the bad, and the just plain silly. Topics include dugout drama, overzealous parents, late-night uniform hunts... we’ve lived it, laughed about it, and even cried about it. Charged at the gate to watch your kid play in a travel tournament you drove two hours to get to so you can see YOUR kid’s team get beat by players who were flown in from Latin America to pitch? We will rant about that too! Daddy ball? Oh, you betcha! We’ll share honest stories, hot takes, lots of guests, and maybe a few disagreements as well. Hosted by Russ Riba, a ”horrible” youth baseball coach, an ”awful” umpire, a ”mediocre” walk-up announcer, and a ”really bad” podcast host... but you decide.
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This is where youth baseball gets real, real ugly, and real fun! We cover the home runs, the meltdowns, the balks, the walks, the pickles and everything in between. It’s for parents, coaches, kids, and umpires too… who all live at the ball field (or feel like you do). From throwing helmets and tantrums to using illegal bats and ineligible pitchers, we talk about the good, the bad, and the just plain silly. Topics include dugout drama, overzealous parents, late-night uniform hunts... we’ve lived it, laughed about it, and even cried about it. Charged at the gate to watch your kid play in a travel tournament you drove two hours to get to so you can see YOUR kid’s team get beat by players who were flown in from Latin America to pitch? We will rant about that too! Daddy ball? Oh, you betcha! We’ll share honest stories, hot takes, lots of guests, and maybe a few disagreements as well. Hosted by Russ Riba, a ”horrible” youth baseball coach, an ”awful” umpire, a ”mediocre” walk-up announcer, and a ”really bad” podcast host... but you decide.
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Recent Episodes
July 11, 2025
Daddy Ball with Coach Derik | Season 1: Top of the 3rd
In this episode of Baseball Ready, host Russ Riba sits down with longtime friend and coaching partner, Coach Derik, for a deep dive into the highs, lows, and hilarious moments of youth baseball. From long-haired ballplayers to coaching rivalries, they discuss what it really means to coach your own kid—and the fine line between “Daddy Ball” and legitimate development. You'll hear stories of building all-star teams, coaching philosophies, frustrations from the other side of the fence, and how youth sports can forge lifelong friendships. Whether you’re a parent, coach, or just love the game, this episode hits close to home with laughs, lessons, and real talk from the dugout. Whether you're a baseball parent, coach, or fan of youth sports, this one’s for you. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or the podcast platform of your choice… and also seen on YouTube.Subscribe for more real-life youth baseball stories!
July 8, 2025
Season 1 | Bottom of the 2nd | Run Rabbit Run – Part 2
Host Russ Riba examines the pervasive issue of cheating in youth baseball, including altered equipment and rule violations, revealing the detrimental impact on young athletes and character development.
July 1, 2025
Top of the 2nd | Run Rabbit Run (Part 1)
Host Russ Riba examines the controversial "Run Rabbit Run" tactic in youth baseball, revealing how coaches exploit loopholes and manipulate rules to gain an unfair advantage.
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