Connie Mack World Series: Small Town, Big Impact

In this episode of The Den, the Lyons Group dives into the heart and history of the Connie Mack World Series in Farmington, New Mexico. With co-hosts Ben “The Big Bambino” Lyons, Shannon “The Boss” Martinez, and Paul “Hand Me the Rock” Barry, the conversation celebrates the tournament’s deep roots in the community, its impact on families, and the unforgettable memories it creates for players and residents alike.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
• Connie Mack World Series has been held in Farmington for over 60 years
• The tournament hosts top 18U baseball players from across the country
• Farmington residents serve as host families for players
• The event boosts local economy with full hotels and restaurants
• MLB stars like Ken Griffey Jr. and Mike Trout have played in the series
• The town hosts parades and festivities that make lasting memories for players
• Host families often stay connected with players for years
• The tournament creates potential for new residents to discover and fall in love with Farmington
• Social media and marketing efforts are helping grow the event
• Community pride and tradition make Farmington the ideal home for the series

BEST MOMENTS
00:00:04. “Today we're going to be talking about Connie Mack.”
00:01:56. “These are the best of the best high school players across the country.”
00:02:26. “Ken Griffey Jr played here. Barry Larkins, Mike Trout.”
00:03:29. “We become the adoptive parents for that week and a half.”
00:05:24. “I have fallen in love with this area.”
00:07:02. “It was really eye opening. I was thinking, yeah, this is fun.”
00:10:03. “You've got white pants again and red dirt, like, what do I do?”
00:11:27. “I will never forget my time in Farmington, New Mexico.”
00:14:55. “Bracy, your daughter... this her second time? Second time she did the national anthem.”
00:19:57. “It's a community wide thing, which is really impactful.”

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