This week on The Starting Lineup, we sit down with Ozarks standout Dan Kneeshaw, a Branson High School legend who excelled in both football and baseball before taking his talents to Missouri State. He walks us through the intensity of “August Survivor” practices, the family-like bond of those Branson teams, and the unforgettable playoff moments that shaped his athletic journey. Dan also reflects on the pressures of balancing two college sports and the infamous state title heartbreak that still sticks with him today.

But Kneeshaw’s story doesn’t stop at the final whistle. He shares how the lessons learned on the field carried him into the next chapter of his life, rising through the ranks at major companies like Walmart and Amazon. It’s a conversation packed with grit, growth, and the kind of perspective only an athlete-turned-executive can offer, and it’s one you won’t want to miss.

This week on&nbsp;The Starting Lineup, we sit down with Ozarks standout Dan Kneeshaw, a Branson High School legend who excelled in both football and baseball before taking his talents to Missouri State. He walks us through the intensity of &ldquo;August Survivor&rdquo; practices, the family-like bond of those Branson teams, and the unforgettable playoff moments that shaped his athletic journey. Dan also reflects on the pressures of balancing two college sports and the infamous state title heartbreak that still sticks with him today.
But Kneeshaw&rsquo;s story doesn&rsquo;t stop at the final whistle. He shares how the lessons learned on the field carried him into the next chapter of his life, rising through the ranks at major companies like Walmart and Amazon. It&rsquo;s a conversation packed with grit, growth, and the kind of perspective only an athlete-turned-executive can offer, and it&rsquo;s one you won&rsquo;t want to miss.

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Stay in the Game with 102.1 The Won &ndash; Springfield&rsquo;s Sports Hub
Welcome to the official 102.1 The Won &mdash; your all-access pass to local sports, expert picks, live betting odds, and real-time updates for the Springfield, MO area.
-Local Coverage, Local Voice &mdash; In-depth coverage of Springfield-area teams and sports stories you care about. -Live Sports Odds &amp; Boards &mdash; View real-time odds for NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, and more. -Pro Picks &amp; Betting Insights &mdash; Daily expert picks and analysis to help you level up your game. -On-Air Shows &amp; Podcasts &mdash; Stream live shows like VSiN Primetime, Keys to the Kingdom, and more. -Alerts &amp; News &mdash; Get notified on big games, breaking scores.