Recently, we sat down with Canadian ballplayer Evan Symons to trace an unconventional and inspiring baseball journey, from little league in East Vancouver to becoming an overseas MVP. Evan shares how walking on at the University of Ottawa (Canada), helping transform its club program, and embracing leadership roles off the field prepared him for life abroad playing baseball. He reflects on his first overseas contract in the Austrian second division, a breakout season in his second season overseas (see video clip below), and the powerful community impact of coaching youth players.
Evan also delves into his memorable performances with the Globetrotters at Finkstonball and in Milan against the Italian and Czech National teams, where he was served dugout snacks by World Series winner Jeremy Guthrie.
We invite you to listen to the entire interview on Spotify below.
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