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 Lacie to zoom out from the stats and results to look at the bigger picture—how far she’s come, how much she’s grown, and most importantly, how she wants to be remembered when this chapter ends.
From the realities of postgame self-doubt to finding meaning beyond ERA and strikeouts, this episode explores the unspoken truth many athletes face: what happens when your playing days are nearly over?
With raw honesty, a few jokes, and their signature father-daughter banter, Rusty and Lacie reflect on her softball legacy, her passion for being a great teammate, and her next adventure—playing pro softball in Puerto Rico.
If you’re a parent of an athlete, a young player chasing college dreams, or just someone navigating transitions, this one will hit home.
Lacie may be nearing the end of her college career, but this episode proves she’s just getting started on leaving her mark.
👉 Tune in for reflection, laughs, love, and a whole lot of heart.
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