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Just a quick playoff update and during the MLB divisional round, some Abilene Flying Bison news and personal update and an update about the direction of the podcast.  Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!  X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen behind.the.glove Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com

Eric is co-host of the Earned Fun Average podcast, season ticket holder for the Wichita Wing Surge and an avid baseball traveler. Get to Eric him as w discuss all aspects of his fandom. You'll be jealous when you find out how many different baseball games at all levels of the gamer he gets to attend each year.  Follow Eric and The Earned Fun Average on social media: X - @EarnedFunAvg / @EPro04 Instagram - EarnedFunAvg / theinfluencerep Blueshy & Threads - EarnedFunAvg Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!  X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen behind.the.glove Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com

Stacie is an OG employee of the Abilene Flying Bison. This episode delves into Stacie's childhood relationship with her dad and sports, some interesting brushes with famous people through the years, and how time and providential circumstance has guided her into living her childhood dreams as the in-game host for the Abilene Flying Bison.  Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!  X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen behind.the.glove Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com

George Falkowski is a retired sports reporter with a wealth of experience and encyclopedia of stories. Author of two successful books, George shares how his love of sports led a lifelong Yankees fan to become a beat reporter for the Boston Red Sox. By the end, you'll want to know whether the ball bounced or not and how this ethical dilemma played a huge part in young George's life.  Follow George on social media: Instagram - Geosports X - @GeorgeFalkowski (3-6-3 DP) Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!  X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen behind.the.glove Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com

Joe Brown is an Abilene Flying Bison season ticket holder and baseball fanatic. A sports fan in general, hear how Joe became a baseball fan at a young age and what his hometown Abilene Flying Bison do well to maintain his loyalty.  Joe and I also discuss the experience Joe had at the NBC World Series and how he felt about completing the 'Round the Clock Challenge.  Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!  X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen behind.the.glove Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com

Eric Proffitt, Virgil Brooks and Chris Storm join me to discuss the 2026 National Baseball Congress World Series Baseball 'Round the Clock challenge we all completed together, along with other family and friends. You'll enjoy our discussion of the highlights, and a few lowlights, of the weekend.  Follow these guys on social media: Eric: X-@EPro04       Instagram-theinfluencerep Virgil: X-@thelostgumbel    Instagram-lostgumbel Chris: X-@hatstorm     Instagram-hatstorm   Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!  X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen behind.the.glove Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com

I had the pleasure to interview Bryce Boudreaux, on field host for the Lake Charles Gumbeaux Gators. The Gators have recently completed the 2026 season as Texas Collegiate League runners-up and winners of the much ballyhooed Bayou vs Big Country Challenge against the Abilene Flying Bison. You are sure to enjoy our conversation.  Follow Bryce on social media: Instagram - @Bryce_boudreaux Facebook - Bryce Boudreaux Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!  X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen behind.the.glove Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com

Terry takes time to report on the results of several summer collegiate baseball leagues, including the NBC World Series.  Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!  X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen behind.the.glove Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com

Meet the manager of the Abilene Flying Bison, Kyle Dison. Kyle is not a person to seek the spotlight, so I appreciate Kyle for giving up his time to talk to me. Kyle discusses his experiences and tells a few stories from his perspective as on field chief.  Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!  X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen behind.the.glove Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com

I take a look at how several summer collegiate league are performing as the calendar turns from June to July. I look at the standings, talk about some interesting points I've noticed around summer ball and discuss the upcoming NBC  World Series. Apologies to Roger Ward, GM? and Head Coach of the Great Bend Bat Cats and Katie Woods, director of the NBC World Series. My recorded files were corrupt and couldn't be uploaded-I appreciate your time more than you know.   Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!  X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen behind.the.glove Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com

Meet recent Big Country Athletic Hall of Fame inductee Jason Marshall. Jason was an all-American member of 2 state championship teams at Abilene Cooper HS, Texas A&M and the Kansas City Royals organization. Jason has also had a decorated career in coaching at both McMurry University and UTSA. Despite his many accolades on the playing field, his greatest accomplishments are those of husband and father. He talks briefly of the difficult decision to step away from the spotlight in order to fulfill the role of dad and how he has been blessed since making this decision. You'll be encouraged and challenged as you hear Jason's story. I know I was.  Hear what drives other athletes to succeed check out behind.the.glove on Instagram. If you or someone you know might want to share your story, fill out this form https://tinyurl.com/5x6sbw3t Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!  X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen behind.the.glove Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com

Meet Ryan Beaty, college baseball player and outdoorsman. You'll enjoy Ryan's stories of alligator hunting as well as hearing how baseball has influenced his life. Ryan has experienced some of the highest highs and lowest lows, and he shares how he has handled those situations. Follow Ryan on Instagram - @18_beaty Want to share what drives you? Instagram - behind.the.glove Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!  X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen behind.the.glove Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com

Deven Kirtley has battled injuries and position changes during his baseball career. Listen to how his faith, hard work and tenacity have gotten him to the brink of signing a free agent professional contract. A young man with a bright future, Deven openly shares the ups and downs he's faced and how God has guided the journey. Follow Deven on Instagram - Devenkirtley_2 Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!  X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen behind.the.glove Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com

Kyzer Dunbar is one of the best young middle distance runners in the country and a future sports journalist. Out of New Orleans, Kyzer recently completed his freshman year at Texas Tech. He discusses his successes, some funny stories and his motivation to compete. You'll also be encouraged to learn how co-host Kinsey Lawrence was led to introduce herself to Kyzer and begin collaborating with him. You're sure to enjoy this episode with Kyzer Dunbar.  Follow Kyler on Instagram: yk_ky1 Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!  X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen behind.the.glove Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com

Repeat guest Kinsey Lawrence, media director for the Bryan Yard Dogs of the Mid America League, shares what has been going on in her life. Her first year at Texas Tech has taken down a long and winding road. Together, she and I are also announcing a collaboration that we hope will be both exciting and encouraging. We are happy to introduce Behind the Glove! Instagram - behind.the.glove.   /    Kinsey.___.rae        Simple Thoughts of a Simple Man!  X - @tbmccutchen Instagram - @terry.mccutchen behind.the.glove Threads - @terry.mccutchen www.foultipsandbatflips.com