Hosted by Kristyna Engdahl, Beyond the Ballpark is your go-to podcast for navigating Omaha—especially during the excitement of the College World Series. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a longtime fan returning for another summer of baseball, this podcast is packed with everything you need to make the most of your time in the city.
Each episode features Kristyna and local experts from the Hurrdat ONE team, diving into Omaha’s top restaurants, hidden gems, family-friendly attractions, nightlife, and the rich history behind the College World Series. You’ll get insider tips on where to eat, how to get around, what neighborhoods to explore, and how to make the most of your trip.
Special guests include Coach Darin Ruf from the University of Nebraska–Omaha and Amy Hornocker, Executive Director of College World Series of Omaha, Inc., who share unique insights from both sides of the diamond.
Whether you're here for the games or just looking for a great time in Omaha, Beyond the Ballpark is your all-access guide to everything the city has to offer.
This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts and MCWS content on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel!
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Hosted by Kristyna Engdahl, Beyond the Ballpark is your go-to podcast for navigating Omaha—especially during the excitement of the College World Series. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a longtime fan returning for another summer of baseball, this podcast is packed with everything you need to make the most of your time in the city.
Each episode features Kristyna and local experts from the Hurrdat ONE team, diving into Omaha’s top restaurants, hidden gems, family-friendly attractions, nightlife, and the rich history behind the College World Series. You’ll get insider tips on where to eat, how to get around, what neighborhoods to explore, and how to make the most of your trip.
Special guests include Coach Darin Ruf from the University of Nebraska–Omaha and Amy Hornocker, Executive Director of College World Series of Omaha, Inc., who share unique insights from both sides of the diamond.
Whether you're here for the games or just looking for a great time in Omaha, Beyond the Ballpark is your all-access guide to everything the city has to offer.
This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts and MCWS content on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel!
Weather at Bat: Darin Ruf on How Weather Impacts Play
Beyond the Ballpark: Hurrdat ONE's Guide to Omaha
43 minutes
5 months ago
Weather at Bat: Darin Ruf on How Weather Impacts Play
Omaha native and nine-year MLB veteran Darin Ruf joins meteorologist Brigit Mahoney and HD1’s Kristyna Engdahl to explore how weather influences baseball—from strategy and player performance to stadium dynamics. Now an assistant coach at the University of Nebraska - Omaha, Ruf shares insights drawn from his professional career with the Philadelphia Phillies, San Francisco Giants, New York Mets, Milwaukee Brewers, and South Korea’s Samsung Lions.
Darin explores:
· Adjusting gameplay strategies in response to changing weather conditions
· Memorable games where weather played a pivotal role
· Myths and facts about weather effects. Do hotter days lead to more home runs?
· How stadium orientation and wind patterns at Charles Schwab Field affect play
Whether you're a baseball fan or curious how weather plays into the game, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at how it all comes together.
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This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts and MCWS content on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel!
Beyond the Ballpark: Hurrdat ONE's Guide to Omaha
Hosted by Kristyna Engdahl, Beyond the Ballpark is your go-to podcast for navigating Omaha—especially during the excitement of the College World Series. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a longtime fan returning for another summer of baseball, this podcast is packed with everything you need to make the most of your time in the city.
Each episode features Kristyna and local experts from the Hurrdat ONE team, diving into Omaha’s top restaurants, hidden gems, family-friendly attractions, nightlife, and the rich history behind the College World Series. You’ll get insider tips on where to eat, how to get around, what neighborhoods to explore, and how to make the most of your trip.
Special guests include Coach Darin Ruf from the University of Nebraska–Omaha and Amy Hornocker, Executive Director of College World Series of Omaha, Inc., who share unique insights from both sides of the diamond.
Whether you're here for the games or just looking for a great time in Omaha, Beyond the Ballpark is your all-access guide to everything the city has to offer.
This is a Hurrdat ONE Production. Hurrdat ONE is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts and MCWS content on the Hurrdat ONE Network by going to Hurrdat ONE Website or visit Hurrdat ONE YouTube Channel!
