He Coached His Son to the MLB Draft—Craig Holman on What Really Matters
What if everything you thought about youth baseball, travel ball, and scholarships was upside down? In this emotional and eye-opening episode of Most Valuable Agent, host Matt sits down with former pro pitcher, travel ball coach, and baseball dad Craig Holman—father of LSU standout and MLB Draft pick Luke Holman.
This isn't just about rankings, exposure, or getting a D1 scholarship. This is about what really matters—the relationship between parent and child, the power of presence, and how chasing the wrong things can rob families of the joy that sports are supposed to bring.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:✅ "Be a Dad First" – Why your relationship matters more than your kid's batting average
✅ Development > Exposure – The dangerous lie most travel baseball families believe
✅ The College Decision – What every parent should know before their child commits
✅ Coaching Without Regret – How to pour into your kids without expecting a return
✅ Visualizing Success – The mental strategies Craig used as a pro and taught his kids
✅ Lessons from the Draft Process – What Craig learned representing his own son
✅ The Wolf at the Door – Why staying uncomfortable can be the greatest gift
✅ The Most Important Investment – Why time spent with your child is the ultimate ROIWhether you're a baseball parent, aspiring athlete, or coach, this episode is a masterclass in humility, leadership, and legacy.
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