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1KHO 605: Let Them Fall in Love First | Dan Blewett, This Slump Shall Pass
Kids don’t need earlier tryouts—they need more backyard joy. In this conversation, former pro pitcher Dan Blewett shares how he started “late” by today’s standards, fell in love with the game through free play, and built the grit to endure multiple career-threatening injuries. He argues that early structure can crowd out wonder, and that the deepest resilience is born from neighborhood games, missed catches, and a parent who shows up—often with a bucket of balls. You’ll hear why sampling many sports beats specializing, how to nurture lifelong athletic identity without burnout, and what really…
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