Rodriguez, Steve 2012-06-29
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General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Steve Rodriguez
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Date: June 29, 2012
Location: Lubbock, Texas
Interviewer: Daniel Sanchez
Length: 00:49:14
Abstract
Introduction, Parents, Grandparents’ experiences during World War II, Getting involved with sports, College Years, Recruiting, Team chemistry, Playing against competitors who were physically bigger, Pan-American games, Memories of going to the post season game, Omaha game recap, Playing on Team USA, Professional Years, Being a professional athlete, Different atmosphere in pro-ball with cut throat competition, Mingling with athletes from different countries, Transition from college baseball to big league baseball, Knowing someone wanted his spot forced him to play harder, Coaching Years, Went back to Pepperdine to coach, State of Pepperdine’s baseball, Talent pool and recruiting kids to play, Preparing for new player personalities each year, Communication methods of recruiting now versus before, Students’ constant need for technology, Balancing the role of being an instructor and coach while helping students cope with different problems and situations, College Baseball Hall of Fame, What it means to him to be inducted, Advice for aspiring coaches
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