Sundberg, James H. 2006-01-25

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James Sundberg discusses his life growing up playing baseball as well as at the collegiate and pro levels. He discusses the different aspects of being an athlete in college and the pros as well.


General Interview Information

Interviewee Name: James H. Sundberg

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Date: January 25, 2006

Location:

Interviewer: Daniel Sanchez

Length: 00:40:12


Abstract

Baseball; Draft; Recruiting; Dad loved baseball; College; Three seasons of play; Transition; Conditioning; Weight training; Coachable; Broadcaster; Techniques of past; Talent; College recollections; College years; Coaches; Schools played; Travel; College World Series; Playing atmosphere; Different venues; Teammates; Professionals; Toughest thing to do; Processing failure; Father and manager arguing; Passion; Parental Expectations; Fear of failure; Wrote a book; Able to push through hard times.


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Transcript: No transcript available



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