A Mother’s Day story: Baseball has become a source of bonding for mom/coach Jamie Caro and sons

A Mother’s Day story: Baseball has become a source of bonding for mom/coach Jamie Caro and sons

Baseball has become a family thing for Jamie Caro and her sons (l-r) Janorrian, Janorri and Janorris Johnson. Credit: Jimmie Aggison/DefenderJust like many parents, Jamie Caro turned to sports when she started thinking about ways to keep her sons active and as a way to prevent them from getting into trouble.But when Caro found baseball as an outlet for her boys, it wasn’t enough for this single mom of three sons to cheer from the stands or serve…

'Thank You, Mom': Former UF Baseball Players Reflect on Women Who Shaped Them - ESPN 98.1 FM / 850 AM WRUF

“I love you, and thank you for everything.” Those were the simple, yet powerful words of former Florida Gators star and now Kansas City Royals top prospect Jac Caglianone when asked what he would say to his mom this Mother’s Day. And among all of the former UF players suiting up across professional baseball, there’s one big thing in common: gratitude runs deep. This isn’t about batting averages or big-league contracts. It’s about the quiet, powe…