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Behind the Bean Ballers

Behind the Bean Ballers

Written by: ILSportsWire
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Welcome to Behind the Bean Ballers, presented by ILSportsWire.

Behind the Bean Ballers takes you beyond the box scores and onto the personal journeys of the players, coaches, and staff who make up the Decatur Bean Ballers, the newest team in the Prospect League.

Throughout the season, we'll sit down with members of the organization to learn about their baseball careers, the challenges they've overcome, the moments that shaped them, and what it means to be part of this inaugural season in Decatur. From hometown stories and college experiences to future aspirations, we'll bring you closer to the people behind the game.

Whether you're a lifelong baseball fan or just getting to know the Bean Ballers, this podcast offers a unique look at the individuals building the foundation of a brand-new franchise.

This is Behind the Bean Ballers, brought to you by ILSportsWire.

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Episodes
  • Behind the Bean Ballers - From Newton to Decatur: The Carder Reich Story

    Behind the Bean Ballers - From Newton to Decatur: The Carder Reich Story
    Jun 24 2026

    Born and raised in Central Illinois, Carder Reich has stayed close to home while pursuing his baseball dreams. The Decatur native and Millikin University standout joins us to talk about his journey through the game, representing his hometown, and what it means to play in front of family, friends, and the community that helped shape him.

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    6 mins
  • Puerto Rico to the Prospect League

    Puerto Rico to the Prospect League
    Jun 18 2026

    At just 18 years old, Coach Arroyo made the life-changing decision to leave Puerto Rico and chase his baseball dreams in the United States.

    Now, years later, he's leading the Decatur Bean Ballers from the dugout and helping shape the next generation of players.

    In the latest episode of Behind the Bean Ballers, Coach Arroyo shares his incredible journey, the challenges he faced, the opportunities he embraced, and the lessons he's learned along the way.

    This is a story of sacrifice, determination, and a love for the game that never faded.

    🎙️ New episode available now.

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    10 mins
  • Taylorville Pride Meets Bean Ballers Baseball

    Taylorville Pride Meets Bean Ballers Baseball
    Jun 10 2026

    In the debut episode of Behind the Bean Ballers, presented by ILSportsWire, we sit down with a player who is already familiar to baseball fans throughout Central Illinois.

    Taylorville native Baron Odam joins the podcast to discuss his baseball journey and how he ultimately found his way to the Decatur Bean Ballers for the team's inaugural season. Odam reflects on the experiences that shaped him as a player, the people who helped him along the way, and the lessons he's learned throughout his career.

    From his early days growing up in Taylorville to competing at higher levels of the game, Odam shares stories about his past, where he stands today, and his goals for the future. Throughout the conversation, one thing remains constant—his connection to Taylorville and the community that helped him develop both on and off the field.

    Join us for Episode 1 of Behind the Bean Ballers as we get to know one of the local faces helping build baseball history in Decatur.

    Behind the Bean Ballers is brought to you by ILSportsWire.
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    7 mins
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