Inside the Game, Bob Costas, MLB Network, segment two of four

We continue here on flexxCOACH's "Inside the Game" with Bob Costas from MLB Network.

He tells of how he wound up the radio voice of the Sprits of St. Louis in the ABA. Everything about the league was wild and fun. Bob said looking back on his career his first two jobs, EHL and the ABA were some of the best times in sports he ever had.

We also talk about preparing for a broadcast and how Bob gets ready to call a game on television. History of the game and sport are vital to being a successful broadcaster. Also, seasonal story lines are very important, he keep files on every team in baseball even if he won't see some teams. Information is the key to success. When he prepares for game he usually starts about 48 hours from the start of the game to get ready.

Bob also stresses don't over use information. If you use about 20 percent of what you prepared during a broadcast you are in good with preparation. Always, however prepare for the unexpected. Don't get caught without knowing about something during the broadcast.

This is a great segment for the young broadcasters to hear from Bob.