Inside Indiana Baseball: Cooper Trinkle on Recruiting, Rankings & The Future of the Game

Randy Lewandowski - Indianapolis Indians

In this episode of Chasing the Game, we sit down with Randy Lewandowski—a man who’s spent more than 30 years building a career in baseball from the ground up. From his early days as an intern to leading the Indianapolis Indians, Lewandowski shares what it takes to grow within the game, adapt through change, and lead an organization that’s become a staple in the community. This conversation goes beyond the front office. It’s about patience in a fast-moving world… leadership when no one’s watching… and the long game it takes to build something that lasts. If you’ve ever wondered what it really looks like to stay in the game—this one’s for you. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Cooper Collins: From Vincennes to Team USA

Cooper Collins is quickly becoming one of the top catchers in the Class of 2027. A Team USA standout and Texas A&M commit, Collins credits his development to competing with the Indiana Bulls, where his game behind the plate took off. In this episode of Chasing the Game, he shares his journey from small-town Indiana to the national stage, the responsibility of leading a pitching staff, and what’s ahead as his career continues to climb. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Chasing the Game- Dan Held, Indiana Bulls President

On this episode of Chasing the Game, we sit down with Dan Held, president of the Indiana Bulls, one of the top travel baseball organizations in the Midwest. Held discusses how the Bulls built their reputation for developing high-level talent and helping players reach the next level of the game. We talk about the growth of travel baseball in Indiana, what truly separates elite programs from the rest, and how recruiting has evolved in today’s landscape. Held also shares his philosophy on player development, the importance of culture within an organization, and what young athletes—and their parents—should know if they want to compete at the highest levels of the sport. It’s a great behind-the-scenes look at the modern youth baseball world and what it really takes to chase the game. ⚾ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Aiden Smith: From Shelbyville to the SEC

Shelbyville High School standout Aiden Smith joins Chasing the Game to talk about his journey from Indiana high school baseball to committing to Kentucky and the SEC. We dive into the recruiting process, what separated Kentucky from the rest, how Indiana baseball continues to rise, and what it takes mentally and physically to prepare for college baseball at the highest level. If you’re a player chasing that next step — or a parent navigating recruiting — this episode delivers real insight from someone living it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Inside Indiana Baseball: Cooper Trinkle on Recruiting, Rankings & The Future of the Game

Indiana baseball continues to grow — and few people see it closer than Cooper Trinkle of Prep Baseball Report Indiana. On this episode of Chasing the Game, Cooper joins Phil Sanchez to break down the evolution of high school baseball in the Hoosier State, how recruiting has changed in the NIL and transfer portal era, and what college coaches are really looking for right now. They dive into player development, exposure events, rankings, the rise in velocity across the state, and why Indiana continues to produce high-level talent year after year. If you're a player, parent, or coach navigating today’s recruiting landscape — this is one you won’t want to miss. 🎙️ Chasing the Game — where Indiana baseball stories live. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].