In this week’s episode of “Mizzou Storytellers,” Nikki Barry and Dave Matter visit with first-year Mizzou baseball coach Kerrick Jackson. They discuss his upbringing in St. Louis, his unique playing career as a college student-athlete from junior college to HBCU to the Big 12. Kerrick talks about the many jobs he’s had across all levels of baseball over the last three decades and how those moves have shaped his career, including his stint as a Mizzou assistant coach and his decision to leave the program nine years ago. Kerrick details how his life has been defined by opportunities and reunions — reunions with his wife, Talia, longtime Tigers coach Tim Jamieson and, now, Mizzou’s baseball program. Kerrick shares the story of his 2021 health scare, his thoughts on being the first Black head baseball coach in SEC history and how he’s gone about constructing a diverse 2024 roster and coaching staff. Nikki and Dave wrap up the episode answering questions from Mizzou fans. 

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