Straight talk on the culture of sport, athletic development and sports performance. For athletes, parents coaches, trainers and anyone enthusiastic about the current state of youth, high school and college sports.

Erik Johnson & Aaron Thigpen - The Brand & The Source
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Straight talk on the culture of sport, athletic development and sports performance. For athletes, parents coaches, trainers and anyone enthusiastic about the current state of youth, high school and college sports.
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Recent Episodes

July 19, 2026
From Prospect to Pro: Unpacking the Modern MLB Draft Process
<p>n a recent episode of "Ask Aaron and Ask EJ," they pull back the curtain on the modern draft. Drawing from their experience with three recently drafted athletes—Tyler Spangler (Phillies, 1st round), Paulie Contreras (Yankees, 4th round), and Jacob Johnson (Cardinals, 17th round)—they revealed a process that has evolved far beyond old-school scouting.</p>

June 13, 2026
Mixed Bag- Current State of Baseball Summer 2026
<p>Explore the shifting landscape of collegiate baseball recruiting. Learn why dedicated baseball player development is more crucial than ever for high school athletes to succeed in the new NCAA environment and beyond.</p>

April 12, 2026
Don't Hit the Panic Button: A Guide to Navigating Poor Performance in Youth Sports
<p>The spring season is underway, and with it comes the excitement of competition. But what happens when the first weekend doesn't go as planned? Your young athlete strikes out, misses a shot, or posts a disappointing time. The immediate instinct for many parents and coaches is to sound the alarm and demand immediate changes.</p><p>This "knee-jerk reaction" to a <strong>poor performance</strong> is a common pitfall. According to youth sports coaches, this approach can do more harm than good, derailing long-term progress for short-term fixes. The key is to shift the focus from a single bad day to the overarching journey of athletic development.</p><p><br /></p>
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