Baseball Builds Character: Cam & Corey with Washington’s Home Team at the American Legion Centennial
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American Legion 100th Anniversary — Mid-South Regional, Washington, MO
Hosted by Corey Schonhorst & Cam Janssen • Featuring Washington’s winning hometown squad: Brody, Andrew, and Drew.
A century of service, sportsmanship, and community—celebrate the American Legion’s 100th with a sideline conversation that captures why baseball still brings us together. Corey and Cam meet Washington’s hometown team fresh off a win to talk work ethic, role models, mechanics, mindset, and what it really takes to chase a dream on and off the field.
What We Cover
-Game recap & momentum: defense locked in, pitching on point, bats heating up
-Role models & baseball IQ: Yadier Molina, Matt Carpenter, Kolten Wong, Mason Winn—and what young players borrow from the pros
-Velocity & mechanics myth-busting: why radar “from the hand” vs “at the plate” matters, and how modern training + recovery changed the game
-Multi-sport advantage: baseball + basketball/track/hockey—building speed, balance, and competitiveness
-Low-cost development: at-home drills, cage reps, and learning from YouTube/film to sharpen mechanics
-Mindset & fears (real talk): snakes, open water, tornado country—handling nerves and uncertainty like athletes do
-Future paths: college ambitions—from physical therapy to engineering/architecture—and Cam’s advice to “hang with the builders”
-Community heartbeat: why American Legion baseball still teaches discipline, teamwork, and leadership that lasts a lifetime
Why It Matters
For 100 years, American Legion baseball has been a launchpad for character: respect for the game, respect for each other, and pride in the hometowns that raise us. This episode is a snapshot of that legacy—hard work, humor, and hope.
Call to Action
If this story inspired you, subscribe for more conversations from the diamond and beyond. Share this with a parent, coach, or player who loves the game. To support the mission, get involved with your local American Legion post, volunteer with youth sports, or donate to programs that keep these opportunities thriving.
Thanks to: The tournament hosts, the Washington community, and every volunteer making the Centennial Celebration unforgettable.
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