Episode 8: Hometown Hero with UCLA's Kaitlyn Terry

In this episode, we’re thrilled to have Kaitlyn Terry, the freshman pitcher who has taken the Pac-12 by storm, join us. With accolades from her debut season that could fill an entire podcast episode, we’re focusing on the standout moments and insights from her incredible journey. Hosted by Erin White, here’s what you can expect from this exciting conversation:

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Early Beginnings:

• Kaitlyn kicks off by sharing her journey in softball, starting from a young age of 4 as a pitcher and catcher.
• Fascinating insight: Kaitlyn’s parents made her learn to pitch left-handed for a strategic edge, even though she is naturally right-handed!

Training and Recruitment:

• Kaitlyn dives into her rigorous training schedule that shaped her into an elite athlete and top recruit.
• She discusses which schools showed interest in her and reveals why she ultimately chose UCLA.

Stellar Freshman Year at UCLA:

• A deep dive into her standout freshman season, including her development of the drop ball—her most effective pitch of the year.
• Kaitlyn highlights the significance of the pitcher-catcher relationship, emphasizing how trust and chemistry on and off the field contribute to success.

Balancing Life at UCLA:

• Get an insider’s look at her daily life at UCLA, contrasting her fall schedule and preseason practices with the spring softball season.
• Kaitlyn also shares details about her summer workout routine and preparations for an even more successful 2025 season with the UCLA Bruins.

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To keep up with Kaitlyn’s progress and support the UCLA Bruins as she continues to make waves in collegiate softball make sure to follow her on Instagram.

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