The Grind Behind the Glory | Your Next Hack with Vahn Lackey

On this episode of Your Next Hack Podcast with host Chan Hicks, catcher VahnLackey of Georgia Institute of Technology joins the show. A top catching prospect for the 2026 MLB Draft, Vahn shares his journey from being a late bloomer with no offers to becoming one of the most talked-about players in college baseball. They talk about: How Vahn fell in love with baseball and grew into the catcher position. The recruiting process that led him to Georgia Tech. Balancing elite academics with the daily grind of D1 baseball. Playing for USA Baseball in Japan and lessons learned from international competition. How he prepares mentally and physically for a long college season. Why staying focused on the next hack—on and off the field—has fueled his rise to the top. 📢 Follow Chan on Instagram at @_chanhicks and TikTok/YouTube at @chanhickstv. 📢 Follow Vahn on Instagram at @Vahn_lackey. 💥 This episode is sponsored by: Bluebook Sports — The ultimate hub for players, coaches, and fans. Download the app today on Apple or Google Play. CorVive — Get 30% off your first order with code BLUEBOOK at corvive.com. Your Next Hack Podcast – Real conversations. Real journeys. Real hustle.