The Standard at Huntington Beach Baseball

0:06 – Coach Benji Medure Joins the Show
Huntington Beach Head Coach Benji Medure is introduced and reflects on the expectations surrounding the Oilers program.

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1:54 – CIF Southern Section’s Single-Elimination Format
A discussion on how the CIF Southern Section’s single-elimination playoff structure makes postseason baseball uniquely challenging.

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2:14 – Southern California Baseball Standard
Coach Medure explains why Southern California continues to produce some of the best high school baseball in the country.

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6:41 – Jared Grindlinger Returns as Staff Ace
Top pitcher Jared Grindlinger reclassified to the Class of 2026, giving Huntington Beach a major presence on the mound.

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8:37 – Managing Pitching Depth
With a talented roster, balancing innings and roles within the pitching staff becomes one of the season’s biggest challenges.

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10:36 – Evaluating Players Beyond the Numbers
Coach Medure shares his philosophy of trusting experience and observation over analytics alone.

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15:33 – Competition Behind the Plate
A tight battle for the starting catcher role highlights the program’s depth.

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19:15 – Why the Catcher Runs the Game
Coach Medure explains how the catcher controls tempo, communication, and overall game rhythm.

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23:07 – The Rise of Junior College Baseball
New transfer rules have elevated the level and opportunities within JC baseball.

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32:05 – Practice Is Everything
Coach Medure discusses the non-negotiable standard that defines his program: preparation through practice.

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35:51 – Structured Practices for Maximum Development
Practices are carefully planned in five-minute segments to maintain intensity and focus.