Canadian right-hander Landen Bourassa joins Andrew for a wide-ranging chat on how a kid from Lethbridge, Alberta became a cornerstone of the Sydney Blue Sox turnaround—and why he’s back to anchor the rotation alongside Alex Wells this season.

Landen shares stories from a true baseball town (Spitz Stadium, Bulls, PBA), his path through Lane CC and USF, the summer that connected him with manager Brooke Knight in Corvallis, and the “buy-in” mentality Brooke looks for. We dig into the pro grind with Winnipeg, what habits travel best to the ABL, how he and Wells complement each other at the top, and what’s sustainable from last year’s leap.

Andrew sits down with Sydney Blue Sox manager Brooke Knight for an in-depth conversation about baseball, leadership, and the future of the game in Australia.

Brooke reflects on the unique experience of managing against his son in the ABL, and shares insight into his distinct managerial style—a blend of tournament urgency and long-season strategy. We dig into what it takes to build a competitive roster, the importance of team dynamics and player development, and how the Blue Sox are leaning into local talent to strengthen community ties and identify the next generation of stars in New South Wales.

We also look back on the journey of last season—the highs, the heartbreak, and the lessons learned—and look ahead to the future of the ABL and what fans can expect from the Blue Sox this year.

We’re joined by Luke Wilson, the Sydney Blue Sox Director of Player Health & Physical Performance and co-owner of Switch Physical Performance. Luke has been at the forefront of launching The Blue Sox Way—a new, innovative platform designed to support players, parents, coaches, and associations across New South Wales.

We take a deep dive into what The Blue Sox Way actually is, why it’s focused on the critical youth age groups, and how better use of training methods, injury prevention, and data-driven insights can keep more kids in the game and raise the standard of baseball in Australia.

Luke also shares his own journey through elite sport—including his experience in the NRL—and how it’s shaped his approach to building healthier, stronger, and more resilient baseball athletes.

For questions and information contact Luke at luke@switchperformance.com.au