While looking around a bit at the coaches in the Dodgers minor league system, I was pleasantly surprised at the trend that seems to permeate among those selected to be coaches down on the farm. Well actually, it was not as much of a surprise as a confirmation of what appeared to be a continuing trend. That is, a movement towards youthful coaches, often catchers, and an emphasis on dealing with young players not just in acquiring fundamental baseball skills but in helping to develop personal skills that will support the young men and last a lifetime.
Along the way I came across the Reggie Smith Athletics (RSA) site and the Reggie Smith Academy located in Encino, California.