The Citadel's James Reeves | How Discipline Builds Elite Baseball Players

In this episode of The Ripple Effect Podcast, we sit down with James Reeves—former SoCon Pitcher of the Year, Yankees draft pick, and current pitching coach at The Citadel.Coach Reeves shares his incredible journey from being an under-recruited high school pitcher topping out at 81 MPH to becoming a dominant college arm, getting drafted, and reaching AAA. More importantly, we dive into what actually matters in player development—finding the right fit, embracing adversity, and building real discipline.This episode is packed with value for players, parents, and coaches:* Why chasing big-name schools isn’t always the answer* How discipline and structure can accelerate development* What college coaches really look for in recruits* The importance of consistency over perfection* How pressure and preparation shape elite competitorsIf you’re serious about development, this conversation will challenge how you think about success in baseball—and in life.Listen now and take the next step in your journey.----------------------------------------Subscribe for more episodes of The Ripple Effect PodcastNew conversations every week with players, coaches, and leaders in the game.