Name: 30 | From Small Town Dreams to National Champs: Sam Banister-Collaro Inspiring Journey (Part 1)
Uploaded: 2024-06-25T12:00:28.000Z
Duration: 1676
Description: 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...

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 recruiting process, her experiences with injury and mental resilience, and her path from athlete to travel softball coach. Don't miss this inspiring story about overcoming challenges and finding purpose through the game.

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