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Misfits, Diamond Queens, Sweet Heat, and the Cotton Candy Crushers. Team Mizuno, BatBusters, Athletics Mercado. Those of you in the softball space will relate to team names like these. All have their stories. We have ours. Our goal is to tell our story in hopes the next generation of softball players and parents, along with other sports, will be able to navigate through those ups and downs in a positive way.
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30 | From Small Town Dreams to National Champs: Sam Banister-Collaro Inspiring Journey (Part 1)
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Send us a Text Message. In this first part of a two-part interview, join co-hosts Rusty Ham and Lacie as they sit down with Sam Banister, a two-time national champion with the University of Arizona. Sam shares her journey from growing up in Petaluma, California, to becoming a standout player in travel softball and college. She discusses the recruit…
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29 | Delaney Spaulding on Mental Health and Overcoming Adversity at UCLA
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of 'Catching You,' co-host Rusty Ham and his daughter Lacie are joined by special guest Delaney Spaulding. The conversation delves into Delaney's journey through UCLA, focusing on mental health challenges, athletic pressures, and the importance of strong support systems. Delaney shares her struggles with PTSD…
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28 | Olympian Delaney Spaulding: From Softball Beginnings to UCLA and Beyond
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Send us a Text Message. Join Rusty Ham and his daughter Lacie in this episode of 'Catching You' as they welcome special guest Delaney Spaulding. Delaney shares her journey from growing up in Rancho Cucamonga and playing softball in her childhood to becoming an Olympian and playing for UCLA. The conversation delves into her experiences with travel b…
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27 | Journey Through Softball: Lacie's Highs and Lows
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Send us a Text Message. In this heartfelt episode of Catching You, co-host Rusty Ham is joined by his daughter Lacie, who shares her experiences and reflections on returning home from college, her high school and travel softball journey, and college recruitment struggles due to various setbacks including a head injury and COVID-19. They discuss her…
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26 | Overcoming Adversity and Achieving Dreams
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Send us a Text Message. In this heartwarming and inspirational episode, co-hosts Rusty Ham and his daughter Lacie reflect on Lacie's challenging journey in her softball career, which was marked by injuries, setbacks, and the global pandemic. Despite the numerous obstacles, Lacie's determination and resilience shine through as she shares her experie…
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25 | Navigating Travel Softball: A Father-Daughter Journey and Advice
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of 'Catching You,' co-hosts Rusty and Lacie share their father-daughter journey through the world of competitive softball. The conversation covers the importance of selecting the right environment and influences for young athletes, highlighting their personal approach to choosing babysitters with strong acade…
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24 | Embracing the Journey: A Solo Softball Reflection
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Send us a Text Message. In this solo episode of the Catching You podcast, co-host Lacie Ham discusses her journey as a San Jose State softball player, addressing listener questions about training frequency and recruiting advice for young athletes. Sharing her personal experiences, Lacie emphasizes the importance of persistence in the face of recrui…
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23 | Paige Tonz: Girl Athlete Confidence Coach
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we dive into the importance of mindset in both sports and entrepreneurship, featuring Paige Tonz, who shares her experiences from growing up in the softball arena to embracing motherhood and adapting to social media changes. The conversation highlights the guest's journey through challenges, the shift in pri…
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22 | Part 2 With Fundamental Fastpitch The Podcast
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Send us a Text Message. This podcast episode, co-hosted by Rusty from Catching You, delves into the multifaceted experience of youth sports from the perspective of a parent and coach, exploring the challenges and rewards of nurturing a child's athletic journey. The conversation covers early sports involvement, the importance of supporting a child's…
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21 | Part 1 With Fundamental Fastpitch The Podcast
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Send us a Text Message. This episode features a special conversation with Rusty and Lacie Ham from the Catching You podcast on the Fundamental Fastpitch Podcast. They delve into the experiences of coaching one's child, transitioning from high school to college sports, and the mental aspects of competitive athletics. Rusty shares his background in c…
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20 | Catching You: A Father-Daughter Podcast Journey
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Send us a Text Message. This episode features a father discussing the importance and personal reasons behind starting a podcast with his daughter, Lacie. He highlights the rarity of father-daughter podcasts and shares their motivation for entering the podcasting world together. The father touches on his experiences with his own podcast about real e…
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19 | How Does a Coach Balance Discipline and Passion? Insights from Tim Raposa
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Send us a Text Message. Summary Tim Raposa shares his background in baseball and softball, discussing how he got involved in coaching both sports. He reflects on his coaching style and how it has evolved over the years, emphasizing the importance of adapting to the changing times and the needs of the players. Tim also discusses the value of being h…
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18 | Where Do Humility, Hunger, and Intelligence Fit in the World?
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Send us a Text Message. Summary In this conversation, Rusty and Lacie Ham discuss Lacie's experience in college softball and the challenges she faces. They talk about the demands of college softball and the transition from high school to college. Lacie also opens up about dealing with fear and PTSD after being hit by a ball. They then discuss the i…
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17 | How Humble, Hungry, and Smart Players Transform Teams
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Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode, Rusty discusses the book 'The Ideal Team Player' and how its principles can be applied to parenting in softball. He emphasizes the importance of being humble, hungry, and smart as a player and as a parent. Rusty reflects on his own experiences as a coach and parent, highlighting the impact of these v…
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16 | The Evolution of Softball Recruiting: What's Changed Since Coach Margo's Collegiate Days?
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Send us a Text Message. Summary In this conversation, Coach Mo shares her background as a softball player and coach, as well as her experiences with TikTok and recruiting. She emphasizes the importance of connections and social media in the recruiting process, while also discussing the pros and cons of using social media for showcasing skills. Addi…
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15 | Life After Softball: Preparing for the Inevitable Transition - Advice from a Pro
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Send us a Text Message. Summary In this conversation, Emily Watson, a former college softball player and podcast host, shares her journey in the sport and her transition to coaching and private lessons. She discusses the evolution of her podcast, the challenges she faced as a player, and the importance of support from parents and coaches. Emily als…
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14 | Three60Softball: Crafting a Complete Athlete Beyond the Field
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Send us a Text Message. SummaryIn this episode, Russell and Lacie Ham are joined by Coach Kate, Lacie's first pitching coach. They discuss Coach Kate's softball journey, her coaching career, and her business, Three60Softball. They also talk about coaching different age groups, the challenges of parenting and coaching, and the importance of keeping …
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13 | Surviving the Unthinkable: How do you mentally recover after taking a line drive to the head??
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Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode, Lacie Ham shares her experience of recovering from a traumatic head injury and returning to softball. She discusses her time in the ICU, the support she received from her teammates, and the challenges she faced in overcoming fear on the mound. Lacie also reflects on the impact of her injury on her co…
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12 | From Triumph to Trauma: Can a Line Drive Change Everything?
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Send us a Text Message. Summary In this conversation, Lacie and her parents discuss her recent 21st birthday, her growth in softball, and how she dealt with a pitching slump. They also recount a traumatic incident on Father's Day when Lacie was hit by a line drive during practice, resulting in a serious head injury. The conversation explores the im…
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11 | How does a change in teams impact an athlete's mental health and performance?
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Send us a Text Message. Navigating new teams and dynamics presents unique challenges and opportunities for growth, both on and off the field. In this episode, Lacey Ham shares her journey of transitioning between teams, highlighting the mental hurdles and victories along the way. From coping with different coaching styles to finding one's place in …
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10 | Can Lacie Navigate the Pressures and Expectations of Elite 14U Softball?
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode 10 of 'Catching You,' Rusty and Lacie navigate the intensified world of elite softball as Lacie steps into the 14U age division. With new teammates, heightened expectations, and the onset of college recruiting pressures, they delve into the complexities of transition and growth. The stakes are higher, the games mo…
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9 | What happens when a top-ranked softball team faces the pressure of PGF Nationals?
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode 9 of 'Catching You,' Rusty and Lacie Ham delve into the pinnacle of travel softball - the PGF Nationals. After a season of triumphs, they confront the pinnacle challenge, where the stakes are higher, and the spotlight shines brightest. Discover how Lacie and her team navigated the intense pressures and high expect…
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8 | What challenges did they face and how did they overcome them?
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Send us a Text Message. How did Rusty and Lacie Ham navigate the intense pressure and excitement of their second year in 12U softball? In the next episode of 'Catching You,' they dive into the grueling practice sessions, the adrenaline of key matches, and their experience in a national championship game. But it's not just about softball; it's about…
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7 | Are Travel Ball Rankings More Than Just Numbers on a Page?
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode 7 of 'Catching You,' Rusty and Lacie Ham tackle the intense world of youth sports as they step into their second year of 12U softball. They delve into the grueling regimen of double days, revealing the dedication and exhaustion behind the scenes. The episode also unpacks the emotional rollercoaster of leadership s…
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6 | Did you have team and individual goals in 12u?
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode 6 of 'Catching You,' Rusty and Lacie Ham recount their gripping journey through first-year 12U softball. They delve into the mental and physical challenges of PGF qualifiers, revealing the strategic risks that shaped their path. Lacie shares insights on coping with immense pressure from coaches and parents, and th…
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5 | How Does a Young Athlete Balance Sports and Becoming a Teenager?
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Send us a Text Message. In Episode 5 of 'Catching You,' Rusty and Lacie delve into the transformative years from 10U to 12U in youth softball. They candidly discuss the intricate balance between escalating sports demands and the personal growth of young athletes. As they navigate through this crucial period, they uncover the hidden challenges and u…
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4 | Batbusters and Believing in Your Child
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Send us a Text Message. In the fourth episode of "Catching You," Rusty and Lacie Ham explore the challenges and experiences of transitioning from first year to second year tens in competitive travel softball. Lacie, amidst her finals week, reminisces about her time playing for Team Mizuno and later, the prestigious Orange County Batbusters. The duo…
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Send us a Text Message. In episode 3 of "Catching You: A Dad and Daughter's Journey with Softball," Rusty and Lacie Ham transition from discussing rec ball to the more intense world of travel ball. They delve into Lacie's early impressions of travel ball, noting the significant physical and mental shift from recreational play. The episode illuminat…
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Send us a Text Message. In the latest episode of "Catching You: A Dad and Daughter's Journey with Softball," Rusty and Lacie Ham delve into the early days of Lacie’s journey into pitching. The episode provides a candid look at Lacie's initial forays into the sport with the Diamond Queens and Sweet Heat, her first pitching lessons with Coach Katie, …
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1 | From Rec Ball to All-Stars: A Father-Daughter Softball Story
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Send us a Text Message. In this heartfelt and insightful episode of "Catching You: A Dad and Daughter's Journey to 16 Years of Softball," join Rusty and Lacie Ham as they delve deep into the early chapters of their softball saga. From Lacie's first steps onto the rec ball field to her shining moments in All-Star games, this episode is a treasure tr…
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