In this episode, we sit down with AJ Gonzalez, a rising name in the world of college baseball coaching. AJ’s journey has taken him from standout player to player development leader, and now into key coaching roles at the collegiate level. Most recently, the Interim Head Coach at St. Peter’s University. AJ is now stepping into his next challenge as Assistant Coach at SUNY New Paltz.

We explore his standout playing career across programs like SUNY Ulster, Concordia, STAC, and SUNY Oneonta, and how those experiences built the foundation for his transition into coaching. From his early work with NY Silverbacks and Brewster Baseball Garage to running JV and Varsity development at Dominican University, AJ breaks down what it means to lead, to build a culture, and to help players succeed on and off the field.

AJ shares lessons from his time as a head coach, his approach to recruiting, and how he sees college baseball evolving. This episode is full of practical takeaways for young coaches, college hopefuls, and anyone who believes in the value of development over destination.