The League of Angels | Tanner Kim and Sean Croker

In this episode, I sit down with Tanner Kim and Sean Croker, two college seniors from the University of Tennessee who founded The League of Angels, a baseball program for kids with special needs. What started as a small weekend event for 30 people has exploded to serving nearly 900 individuals in just one year. These young entrepreneurs share how they balance college life, future career plans, and running a nonprofit while living on "the Lord's timing." Tanner reveals the moment in church when he felt called to start this organization despite having no prior connection to the special needs community, and Sean explains how a coffee meeting turned into a life-changing partnership. They share powerful stories about watching participants hit their first home runs and seeing volunteers' perspectives completely transformed. We also dig into the challenges of fundraising, the pressure young people face to have everything figured out, and how to move forward in faith while actively pursuing your calling. This conversation is packed with wisdom for anyone questioning their next steps or looking to make an impact, regardless of their experience or resources. We Meet: Tanner Kim, Founder of League of Angels & Sean Croker, Operations and Community Builder Connect: Connect with Rick: https://linktr.ee/mrrickjordan Connect with Tanner & Sean: https://www.theleagueofangels.org/ Sean’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seancroker/?hl=en Tanner’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tkim42/?hl=en League of Angels Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DFYi36kvTnt/?hl=en Subscribe & Review to ALL IN with Rick Jordan on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RickJordanALLIN Backgrounds: About Tanner Kim: I started discovering my love for baseball at the age of 4 years old. Through the years, I have had the privilege of traveling all around the country to play the game that has given back to me in so many ways. In high school, I was recruited to play for the University of Kentucky. After two seasons, I decided to part ways with the team and school due to unforeseen circumstances out of my control. I then returned home to Knoxville, TN, and decided to hang up my cleats and enrolled at the University of Tennessee as a full-time student. Shortly thereafter, I felt a strong calling to refocus my baseball talents and start a baseball foundation for individuals with special needs while attending my junior year...and this is where the "League of Angels" was born. I wanted to give back and share the game I love with people who may not have had the same opportunities I was blessed with. God has not only given me the gift of baseball, but also the passion, vision and drive to bring joy and hope to special needs families. I'm thrilled and honored to bring the joy of baseball to anyone who wants to join me on this amazing journey. About Sean Croker: I'm thrilled to be part of the League of Angels team! I enjoy being involved in our community and reminding our angels that they have a place in which they belong as well. I love meeting new people and creating valuable memories together. About the League of Angels: Based in Knoxville, Tennessee, the League of Angels is more than just playing the game of baseball...it's about changing lives through the love of the game. We believe that everyone deserves to experience the joy of playing baseball, regardless of their abilities. Our events provide a safe, inclusive environment where having fun is what it's all about.