Despite a childhood filled with abuse, poverty, and loneliness, Les used his
love of baseball to find peace and success in life.  Not one to be told “you’ll
never make it”, he used an iron will to become a Junior Olympic Gold Medalist,
Collegiate All-American, and eventually reaching his boyhood dream as a
player in the Major Leagues.  Now a sought after public speaker, entrepreneur
and radio personality, Les’ open, emotional and impacting style connects with
his audiences on a personal level.
A fearless competitor, compassionate leader and trained observer, Les
describes the skills it takes that led him along the path of success; a path only
possible by the grace and mercy of God!

“Les loves to share his life stories, centered around baseball and his
family, with audiences of all ages. You will be touched, just as I have
been many times, when you hear him speak from his heart”                      
Rod Handley, President & Founder, Character That Counts

“I’ve known Les almost 20 years since our playing days in Cleveland.  
Les is a man of many gifts…baseball player, teacher, speaker,
communicator, motivator, friend, husband, and dad.  A man of character
God has used to impact so many.”
Kevin Seitzer, 11 yr. ML Veteran & Current Hitting Coach, KC Royals

"Les Norman  effectively communicates invaluable life skills;
unfortunately, Les is an exception rather than the "norm" -no pun
intended- when it comes to coaching impressionable young men.  What I
admire about Les is he is an accomplished Christian athlete who wants
to bring out the best in young athletes in a most respectable way - what
you see is genuine.  He truly leads by living the example, every day,
both on and off the field."
Ronnell Kayhill, Former Running Back, University of Missouri

“Les is one of the most effective communicators that I know. He has the
ability to take a difficult or complex subject and break it down into
practical information that players, coaches or moms and dads can not
only understand, but, put into practice right away. Les speaks with
conviction, compassion and knowledge. He balances his subtle humor
with a unique sincerity and as a result, his entire audience will come
away from their time with Les extremely motivated and personally
challenged. Les’ range of topics spans greatly beyond the athletic fields
into issues of character, faith and home life – he genuinely cares for
others!”
Mike Lusardi, former KC Chiefs & Royals Chaplain         

"Each time I have shared a speaking engagement with Les whether in
person or on the radio I have come away with such a great feeling.  Les
is very professional, adapts to his audience, shares a great passion for
his listeners and challenges them to action.  Les understands the
importance of his faith, family and the influence he has as a former
major league player.  He has set the priorities for his life and is doing a
great job communicating his message to all of us."  
Bill Severns, Author, Keepers of the Sandlot  
TOPICS
Speaking topics include, but are not limited to:

Purpose
-Living Courageously
-How Living in the Past Robs Your Future
-Dealing with Failure

Addiction
-A Secret Life: The Devastating Effects of Hiding Addictions
-How to Gain Freedom in Christ-and STAY That Way!!
-The Subtleties of Satan: How He Attacks Your Weak Spots

Marriage
-Honoring God & Your Bride Through Selfless Living
-Helping HER Deal With YOUR Past
-Finding the Friend in Your Marriage

Fatherhood (Boys)
-Raising Boys: Developing Strong Men of Character
-Connecting With Your Kids: Legos, Wedgies, & Wrestling
-Handing Over the Map: A Fathers' Guide to Leading Boys into Manhood
Partial Client List:
Jackson County Casa
(Court Appointed Special Advocates)
The Jewish Community Center of Greater K.C
(The S.M.A.R.T. Men)
Character That Counts
Abundant Life Baptist Church
Lee’s Summit Community Church
Midwest Sports Advisors
Special Olympics
Lee’s Summit Education Foundation
Summit Bank of Kansas City
YMCA Challenger
Dare Programs

Schools:
Mount Zion, Greenwood Elementary, Voy
Spears, Lee’s Summit High School,Lee’s
Summit West High School, Lee’s Summit North
High School, Harrisonville High School, Lee’s
Summit Community Christian School, Moreland
Ridge, Delta Woods, Summit Lakes, Trailridge,
Meadow Lane, Mason Elementary, Summit
Pointe, Belton High School, Ruskin High
School, Adrian High School, Sunset Valley,
Westview, O'Hara High School
He also shares some of the pitfalls of fame, along with the perils of living outside God’s will with topics such as addictions,
fatherlessness, dealing with anger, and how to allow God to turn paralyzing fear into redemption and forgiveness.  The
transparent style of his presentations will help your audience move from a state of brokenness to victory in the One in
whom we gain our strength-Jesus Christ!
Les has been passionately motivating and inspiring others across the country, helping others turn anger into
forgiveness, weakness into strength and fear into Victory in Christ!  Experience the joy we can all find-through the
pain-in Him!
Les is married to his bride of 15 years Kristin, and has 2 young warriors-Mack (10) and Tayt (7).
les@lesnorman.com                                                          913-908-6183