Eric Cressey

Parents, do you want to really know how college coaches evaluate and who/how they recruit? Written by former a NCAA Head coach and most importantly a baseball dad, THE PROCESS, shares with you what it takes to get there from little league ages through high school. Walter is a baseball dad who played and coached for the last 40 years and helped develop both of his sons to play in college and helped his son Tyler play for the San Francisco Giants. Having lived through the entire process as a student athlete, college head coach and as a father, Walter knows what matters most for your child. This is the guide that you will want to have before you spend countless hours researching and learning all about the landscape of travel baseball and player development. Many claim to have the solution to your fears, Walter gives you the playbook you'll need to navigate THE entire PROCESS. With a forward written by legendary head coach Tim Corbin, of Vanderbilt University. THE PROCESS will be the book you reference for years to come. " "I have known Walter for over 35 years and there are not many other people around with his vast knowledge of baseball. He has played professionally, he has coached collegiately, and he has had two sons who have taken different, yet both successful paths in the game of baseball - these experiences make him uniquely qualified to share his knowledge and opinions. I am most excited that Walter has put together his thoughts to pen and paper. He is a very talented father, baseball coach and teacher who has contributed to our baseball community through a very thorough and concise piece of work. Thank you, Walter for bettering the game and helping families through your passion for this great game." Tim Corbin, Head Baseball Coach, Vanderbilt University "Walter Beede brings a wealth of knowledge as a baseball player, coach, and father to what can definitely be a very confusing process. While baseball is a great game, it can sometimes be a terrible "business," but with someone like Walter in your corner to navigate the waters, the college recruiting process can go much smoother." Eric Cressey, President, Cressey Sports Performance -New York Yankees Director of Player Health/Performance Having known Walter since 2008, I can truly attest to his passion and drive as both a coach and as a parent. He has seen the entire landscape of youth baseball, high school, college and professional levels of the sport. Not many parents have been a part of the MLB draft process of a two time first-round draft pick as well as have the extensive NCAA head coaching experience. He speaks from life experience. I can think of no one better as a trusted resource than Walter. Matt Blake, New York Yankees Pitching Coach There are very few people in the business that know this process firsthand as much as Walter as a player, coach, teacher and Dad. Jayson King, Head Coach University of Dayton"I have known Walter for many years and had the privilege of being on the same TEAM as his son Tyler while he was in college. Walter has been involved in baseball for many years and has developed many trustworthy connections throughout the entire country on both the amateur and professional levels. Walter has been such a help to not only me but to many families when it comes to identifying the “right” fit! I can say without hesitation that Walter has the best interest of all parties when it comes to helping find a college HOME. Without hesitation, I would recommend Walter and The Baseball Process! Thank you, Walter, for all you do for the young men and their families that you come into contact with. Look forward to our continued relationship both on and off the field." Travis Jewett Head Baseball Coach Tulane University

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