Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey Ep 1225 | The Savannah Bananas Player Bringing Jesus to Baseball | RobertAnthony Cruz (Coach RAC)
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Aug 1, 2025 Join Savannah Bananas player RobertAnthony Cruz, aka Coach RAC, as he shares his inspiring journey from a TikTok-viral baseball coach to a man deep in his Christian faith. He discusses his rollercoaster path after being released by the Nationals and how he found purpose through coaching kids to identify with their faith, not just their performance. Learn about the extraordinary impact of the Savannah Bananas on baseball and community, plus the joy of integrating faith with sports—proving that glorifying God can take center stage on and off the field.
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Faith Is Continuous Growth
- RobertAnthony Cruz describes his faith journey as continuous growth rather than a single conversion moment.
- He views the gospel as both simple and complex, and understands God as a personal presence.
Pro Baseball Imposter Syndrome
- Transitioning from college to professional baseball brought imposter syndrome to RobertAnthony Cruz.
- He felt uncertain about belonging amongst older, highly drafted players despite signing with the Nationals.
Unexpected Release from Nationals
- RobertAnthony Cruz was unexpectedly released from the Nationals shortly after arriving for spring training.
- He had to quickly pack up and leave, facing a sudden career setback far from home.
