Hitting Life’s Home Runs: Lessons From My Journey in Baseball
Baseball has given me more than just games, trophies, or stats—it has given me perspective. I chased two big dreams: playing at Florida State University
From Hope to Harvest: Building the Bridge This Fall
August, September, and October are what I call assessment months—the Fall Baseball season. It’s the time when players are attending travel team tryouts and showcases
From Forest to Frontier: The Journey Every Hitter Must Take
Every hitter dreams of reaching the frontier. In baseball terms, that frontier might look like signing a college scholarship, cracking the lineup in the Power
The Making of Elite: From Entry to Excellence
Everybody wants to be elite. The word itself carries weight. But before you can reach elite status, you have to pass through two very important
From Freshman to Grad Student: Bryce Johnson’s Safe at Home Journey
Some stories come full circle – and Bryce Johnson’s is one of them. From stepping onto the field as a nervous 14-year-old freshman at Maynard
Stop Hoping. Start Aligning. How to Build a Season That Counts.
Last week, we talked about competing with purpose, not pride. This week, I want to go deeper into what I believe is the true measure
From Home to Home: Terrance Wright’s Journey with LEAD and the Safe at Home Game
By C.J. Stewart | August 2025 When we talk about the mission and vision of LEAD – Terrance Wright is one of our credentials. He
Entry. Emerging. Elite. What It Takes to Level Up in Youth Sports
As August kicks off the assessment season, it’s the perfect time to reset expectations and refocus efforts. In youth sports—and in life—success is not just
