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Growing up in a difficult abusive home, Les learned at an early age what it meant to face adversity.  Baseball became more than a game.  It became an escape, a source of hope, and eventually a path toward a life he once could only imagine built on faith, perseverance, integrity, and purpose.

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Through hard work, perseverance, determination and a refusal to allow circumstances to define him, Les achieved his lifelong dream of playing Major League Baseball with the Kansas City Royals. Yet the greatest lessons he learned weren't found on the baseball field. They were found in overcoming adversity, choosing character over comfort, and discovering that true success is measured by the lives we impact—not the accomplishments we achieve.

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Today, Les is a devoted husband and proud father who believes his most important leadership role begins at home. His family is his greatest blessing and daily reminder that legacy isn't built through awards or recognition, but through love, service, and the example we set for those closest to us.

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Whether speaking to organizations, businesses, schools, churches, or athletic teams, hosting Breakin' the Norm, or mentoring others, Les shares one timeless message: your past does not determine your future. Real success is found in resilience, integrity, faith, and the courage to keep moving forward when life is at its hardest.

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