Lou LaMedica

Lou LaMedica

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⚾ Seeing What the Box Score Misses

Jul 3, 2025

A reflection on what it’s like to watch the Mets find new ways to lose, why situational baseball still matters, and how it feels to see the same patterns over and over while everyone else says it’s just variance.

When No Is the Right Answer

Jul 2, 2025

A reflection on the hard but necessary practice of saying no with empathy—and why boundaries are what make adult relationships work.

Beans & Greens: Corona Bean, Broccoli Rabe and Ditalini Soup

Jun 28, 2025

A comforting, pantry-friendly soup for gray days when you’d rather stay in. Corona beans with their broth, tender ditalini pasta, and bright greens come together in a thick, rustic tomato base. Perfect with warm bread and a good movie.

Garlicky Chicken Thighs with Lemony Giant Corona Beans & Saffron Ragout

Jun 27, 2025

Golden chicken nestled into brothy beans with lemon, garlic, rosemary, and saffron. Cozy and bright—comfort food without the heaviness.

Buffalo Chicken Power Salad with Feta, Giant Corona White Beans & Apple Spice Ranch

Jun 26, 2025

Rotisserie chicken turned into a bold, spicy salad with giant Corona white beans,feta, panko, and Apple Spice ranch. Crunchy, creamy, herbaceous, and fully satisfying.

Shrimp & Giant Corona White Bean Bowl with Lemon-Dressed Arugula

Jun 25, 2025

One pan, big flavor. This warm-weather bowl came together with things I had on hand, but turned out so layered and satisfying I had to write it down. The beans carry all the flavor from searing the shrimp, the broth is rich but light, and the dressed arugula keeps things bright and punchy. Definitely going in the rotation.

The Day I Peed on Myself and Stopped Caring What People Think

Jun 25, 2025

This is the story of how I once pissed myself on a stalled New York City subway train—and why I wouldn’t trade that night for anything. It’s about shame, letting go, and realizing the world doesn’t revolve around you. Thank God.

How We’re Training Shortstop This Summer (Simple Offseason Plan for 12U Fall Prep)

Jun 23, 2025

We’re using this summer to focus on real development — no games, just high-quality reps. This 2x/week indoor shortstop routine is helping my son build better glove work, footwork, and confidence heading into fall ball. If you’re looking for a simple, repeatable plan to sharpen your player’s infield skills, this might be a good place to start.

Teaching a Young Catcher: My 10U Catcher Training Plan (With Videos)

Jun 23, 2025

A look at the 8-week plan I’m using to teach my daughter to catch in 10U softball. We focus on short, consistent sessions that build confidence in receiving, blocking, footwork, and leadership. Includes a printable tracker and video links to follow along — even if you’re not a pro.

The Cool-Down Wrap: Pesto Chicken, Roasted Peppers & Apple Spice Ranch

Jun 23, 2025

After a long row on a scorching day, I wanted something cool, fresh, and satisfying. This wrap—grilled pesto-yogurt chicken, roasted peppers, arugula, and our house herb ranch—was born from leftovers but turned into a go-to summer meal.

Why I Don’t Lead with Answers Anymore

Jun 23, 2025

I used to think leadership meant having the answer. But over time—through parenting, running a business, and watching one brilliant baseball coach reframe a moment—I’ve come to believe something else: asking the right question might be the most powerful move we can make. This post is about the shift from control to curiosity, and what happens when we lead with belief instead of certainty.

Please Be Kind, Rewind

Jun 22, 2025

A love letter to four wildly different 80s movies—and what they still teach me about wonder, responsibility, growing up, and sharing joy with my kids.