This milestone 75th episode of Catching You marks a powerful reflection point in Lacie Ham’s journey as a Division I college softball pitcher. With over 10,000 downloads and a loyal listener base, Rusty and Lacie dive deep into what could be their most emotional and insightful conversation yet.
Coming off a sweep of Boise State to clinch a postseason berth, Lacie and the San Jose State Spartans were predicted to finish dead last at the beginning of the year. Instead, they ended the regular season ranked #1 in pitching and defense, proving how far hard work, belief, and team chemistry can take you.
Rusty and Lacie discuss their final series at San Diego State, the grind of D1 softball, the recruiting mistakes they want others to avoid, and what the mental and emotional demands of college athletics really look like. From thoughts on the transfer portal and NIL to day-in-the-life advice for young athletes, this is a must-listen for any parent or player navigating the road to college sports.
Plus, Lacie previews her next adventure—graduating cum laude and heading off to Puerto Rico and then Australia to continue her playing career while exploring grad school options.
It's been a ride full of lessons, love, growth, and grit—and it's far from over.
Catch Lacie’s final games this week and follow the podcast for what comes next in the Catching You journey.
00:00 Introduction and College Career Overview
03:00 Performance Analysis and Team Dynamics
06:05 Mentality and Coaching Impact
09:01 Competitive Landscape and Game Statistics
11:55 Rivalries and Upcoming Challenges
13:53 Reflections on College Experience
19:07 Advice for Future Athletes
24:01 Recruitment Insights and Realistic Expectations
29:56 Future Plans and Closing Thoughts