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There is nothing better than to make it to the College World Series. All of the extra reps in the weight room, all of the early morning practices, and all the hard work spent the entire year makes it worth it.
Jennie Finch
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Jennie Finch
Age: 44
Born: 1980
Born: September 3
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La Mirada
California
Jennie Lynn Finch
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