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Jim Abbott: Baseball Legend wins 2026 ESPY for Perseverance

Overcoming Adversity keynote speaker Jim Abbott is represented by Rave Speakers

Jon Reede
July 22, 2026
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Former MLB Pitcher with one arm Jim Abbott was recognized by The ESPY Awards this week when he was named the recipient of The 2026 Jimmy V Perseverance Award. A prestigious honor for one of the most popular Overcoming Adversity Motivational Speakers in the country. Read more here: https://ravespeakers.com/jim-abbott/ and give Rave Speakers a call at (310) 614-8653 to add this affordable keynote to your next meeting agenda.

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