Catching You: A Dad and Daughter's Dive into Softball
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.
Episodes
She survived a skull fracture, battled panic attacks, and just pitched against College World Series legends in Puerto Rico.
In this powerful and raw episode of Catching You, Lacie Ham surprises Rusty for Father's Day—right after flying back from pitching in Puerto Rico—and they sit down for an unfiltered conversation about her mental health journey in softball, her pro debut, and what’s next in Australia.
Rusty and...
Join Rusty and Lacie as they chat with Kirstin Roose about her experience as a university transfer student. Keirstin shares her story time, discussing her experiences transitioning from Coastal Carolina University (CCU) to Georgia. They touch on various challenges and funny moments along the way.
What happens when your dream school never calls—and then you end up playing against the team you committed to? 💥<...
In this episode, Rusty and Lacie chat with Keirstin Roose about her transfer from Coastal Carolina (CCU) to UGA. She shares her softball highlights and what she's looking forward to with the lady bulldogs. This is a great episode for anyone interested in college softball.
Keirstin takes us from her first swings in T-ball to building a junkyard-inspired rec ball team called the "Little Scrappers"...
Lacie Ham is officially a pro! In this raw and hilarious episode of Catching You, Rusty and Lacie catch up from opposite sides of the map—Rusty in California, Lacie now living and pitching in Puerto Rico.
She’s traded textbooks for sun, sand, and Spanish—making her pro softball debut just days after graduating college. But as always, nothing’s ever that smooth. From dragging furniture down three flights of st...
In this heartfelt episode of Catching You, co-host Rusty Ham sits down with his daughter, Lacie Ham, for one final conversation as a collegiate softball pitcher. After wrapping up her NCAA career at San Jose State, Lacie opens up about the emotional weight of watching teams she competed against—and even beat—advance to the postseason, while her own team missed out on regionals.
They reflect on the bittersweet nature of...
In Episode 76 of Catching You, Rusty Ham sits down with powerhouse recruiting advisor Cheri Naudin, founder of Collegiate Sports Advocate, to have one of the most honest conversations about the evolving landscape of college softball recruiting. With Lacie Ham finishing her NCAA career and heading to play in Puerto Rico and potentially Australia, Rusty reflects on the ups and downs of her journey—and what he wished he’...
Ever wonder what a week in the life of a college athlete is really like? From intense training to balancing academics and games, this Podcast gives you an inside look at the grind of a student-athlete's final year. If you're a recruit, playing D1 sports, or just curious about the life of a college athlete, this video is a must-watch!
This milestone 75th episode of Catching You marks a powerful refle...
In this special solo episode of Catching You, Rusty Ham recaps a monumental senior weekend for his daughter and co-host, Lacie Ham, and the San Jose State softball team. Facing a must-win series against Boise State, the Spartans rose to the challenge—sweeping all three games, clinching a spot in the Mountain West Conference tournament, and exceeding preseason expectations that had them picked to finish last.
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In this emotionally rich and insight-packed episode of Catching You, Rusty and Lacie Ham catch up after a big weekend. After 17 years of playing softball, it's finally coming to an end. Watch as I reflect on my senior weekend, final game, defensive plays, ERA, and conference tournament experience.
They break down her latest games, including another gutsy performance on the mound against UNLV, a massive ...
In this episode of Catching You, Rusty and Lacie Ham dig deep into the real-life questions parents and players face in the world of youth travel softball. Inspired by a thoughtful message from listener Josh, the duo reflect on what it was like transitioning into 12U, navigating tryouts, and dealing with the pressure of being on elite teams like the Batbusters.
Lacie opens up about the emotional highs and lows of tryout...
In this candid and inspiring episode of Catching You, Rusty and Lacie Ham dive into what it takes to push through pressure, self-doubt, and tough losses during a grueling college softball season. With just weeks left in her senior year, Lacie reflects on a recent mindset shift—an intentional return to visualization, journaling, and self-affirmation that helped her deliver one of her best outings of the season against ...
In this heartfelt and revealing episode of Catching You, Rusty and Lacie Ham sit down for one of their most personal conversations yet. Following a tough series loss to Fresno State, Lacie opens up about the emotional highs and lows of her senior season at San Jose State, the weight of expectations, and the pressure of being a leader on a thin pitching staff.
Rusty, ever the proud but reflective dad, nudges L...
In this brief solo update, co-host Rusty Ham checks in with listeners of Catching You to explain the temporary pause in episodes. With Lacie deep in the heart of Mountain West Conference play, balancing her role as a student-athlete, founder of Mind Strong, and podcast co-host, life has been non-stop.
Rusty gives a quick rundown of:
✅ Why there was no full episode this week
✅ Lacie’s packed schedule and accom...
In this solo episode of Catching You, host Rusty Ham takes a heartfelt and introspective dive into the emotions, challenges, and lessons learned as a softball dad, while his daughter, Lacey, prepares to pitch in her senior conference opener.
This episode is a message to all parents—especially softball dads—on how to navigate the highs and lows of their daughter's journey in competitive sports. Rusty shar...
In this special Catching You episode, hosts Rusty and Lacie Ham welcome father-daughter duo Jason and Savannah Jones, diving deep into the intensity, sacrifices, and rewards of competitive softball.
The episode kicks off with nostalgic memories from 10U ASA Nationals, when PGF and Alliance didn’t even exist, and showcases how much the game has evolved. Savannah and Lacie share their journeys—from rec ball team nam...
In this special episode of Catching You, Rusty and Lacie Ham welcome their first-ever father-daughter guest duo, Jason and Savannah Jones. Their journey together began on the 10U travel ball fields, and now they share their experiences, lessons, and the sacrifices made along the way to college softball.
The conversation dives into early days of rec ball, unforgettable travel ball team names, and the grind of elite...
In this episode, Rusty and Lacie recap an unforgettable weekend at the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic, where Lacie experienced a full-circle moment—once a young fan collecting autographs, she is now the one signing for little girls with big dreams. She reflects on what it meant to play on the main field, the energy of facing Nebraska, and the surreal realization of inspiring the next generation.
The duo also ...
In this episode, Rusty and Lacie recap a huge turnaround weekend for San Jose State softball as the team bounced back from a rough start to go 5-0 in the Silicon Valley Classic. They discuss the importance of offensive run support, the mental game of pitching, and how Lacie adjusted after a tough outing to deliver a nine-strikeout, complete-game gem against UC San Diego.
Lacie shares insights into the strategic pitchin...
Join Rusty Ham in this solo episode of 'Catching You' as he shares invaluable insights on navigating the challenges of youth and travel softball. Rusty discusses the importance of balancing competitiveness with enjoyment, especially for young athletes like his daughter, Lacie, who has faced both significant successes and struggles.
From her early days in 10U rec ball to the pressures of playing Division 1 so...
Get inspired with this solo cast episode where Lacie discuss' setting goals, mental health, friendship, training, recruitment, and persistence. Tune in for a story of perseverance that will motivate you to never give up!
In this episode of the Catching You podcast, Lacie Ham reflects on her journey as a college softball player, discussing her training regimen, recruitment experiences, and the importance ...
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