South Carolina Gamecocks star Matthew Becker steps into the batter’s box this week for an all brand new episode of Whole Lotta Glove! Becker shares his story and reflects on his electric first career start against Texas that left baseball fans in awe! The senior left-handed pitcher discusses his iconic 11-strikeout debut, growing up as a Carolina fan, and the lessons he’s learned navigating the challenges of SEC baseball. From balancing academics and athletics to developing his signature changeup, Matthew opens up about the dedication and mindset that have shaped his success.
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 – Intro
03:20 – Growing Up as a Carolina Fan
05:50 – Impact of High School Football
08:40 – Key Lessons from Freshman Year
10:55 – Insights from Sophomore Year
14:06 – Experiences in Junior Year
15:26 – Preseason Preparation
16:48 – Transitioning Between Pitching Coaches
18:33 – Coach Paul Mainieri Hiring Impact
20:40 – New Energy with Coach Kingston
20:50 – Balancing Academics and Athletics
23:03 – Pitching Style Influences
24:23 – Adjusting Routine by Role
29:36 – Defining a Successful Season
30:38 – Feeding off Crowd Energy
33:04 – Future Aspirations in 5 Years
34:32 – Hobbies Outside of Baseball
35:26 – Closing Remarks
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