About the Guest(s):
Bob Bryson: Bob Bryson is a 72-year-old baseball player who has been playing in a summer baseball league in Greenup County, Kentucky since 1967. He started the league when he was a teenager and has continued to play in it ever since. Bob still plays multiple positions, including catching, although he has had to cut back on catching in the late games due to his arm strength. He also participates in 30 and over tournaments where he does a lot of catching. Bob is known for his dedication to the sport and his love for the game.
Lonnie Craft: Lonnie Craft is a baseball player who will turn 67 later this year. He plays in an adult baseball league in Greenup County, Kentucky alongside his two adult sons. Lonnie enjoys playing with his sons and has no plans to retire from the sport. He doesn't experience any physical issues and can still pitch and throw without getting sore. Lonnie's love for the game and the opportunity to play with his family keeps him motivated to continue playing.
Episode Summary:
In this episode of Kentucky Sports Memories, host Gary Fogle interviews Bob Bryson and Lonnie Craft, two senior baseball players who continue to play in an adult baseball league in Greenup County, Kentucky. Bob Bryson shares his experience of starting the league in 1967 and his dedication to the sport, even at the age of 72. He discusses his transition from catching to other positions due to his arm strength and his participation in 30 and over tournaments. Lonnie Craft talks about playing alongside his two adult sons and his love for the game, which keeps him motivated to continue playing at the age of 67. Both players emphasize their physical fitness and the joy they find in playing baseball.
Key Takeaways:
Bob Bryson has been playing in a summer baseball league in Greenup County, Kentucky since 1967, starting the league when he was a teenager.
Bob has transitioned from catching to other positions due to his arm strength but still participates in 30 and over tournaments where he does a lot of catching.
Lonnie Craft plays in an adult baseball league alongside his two adult sons and has no plans to retire from the sport.
Both Bob and Lonnie emphasize their physical fitness and the joy they find in playing baseball, which keeps them motivated to continue playing at their age.
Resources:
Listen to the full episode of Kentucky Sports Memories on Spotify to hear more inspiring stories from senior baseball players and their love for the game. Stay tuned for more engaging content from the podcast.
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