Kevin Kloesel is a meteorologist with a unique career trajectory that intersects his passion for sports, particularly baseball, with his aptitude for meteorology. Kloesel's interest in meteorology was sparked during his youth when he noticed the impact of weather on his beloved baseball games. He attended the University of Texas for his undergraduate studies, initially focusing on engineering due to a scholarship. However, he discovered classes in meteorology and found them to be right up his alley. A faculty member, Dr. Lothar Koschmieder, advised Kloesel that if he wanted to excel in meteorology, he should aim to attend Penn State, which he did. At Penn State, he found a community of grad students who shared his love for sports, and this camaraderie has lasted for over 30 years. Kloesel attended his first American Meteorological Society (AMS) meeting in 1993, which opened up a world of opportunities to apply meteorological knowledge in various fields. He has since presented at AMS meetings and has been mentored by notable figures in the field such as Warren Washington, Bill Hooke, Ken Crawford, and Les Lemon. Kloesel's career has shifted from traditional academic pursuits to operational involvement with concert tours, professional sports teams, college athletics, and most importantly, baseball. He credits the AMS for providing the opportunity to combine his passion for baseball with his aptitude for meteorology.

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This interview with Kevin Kloesel, conducted by Jinny Nathans, AMS archivist, on January 9th, 2019, provides an in-depth look into Kloesel's unique career path that combines his passion for sports with his expertise in meteorology. Kloesel discusses his early interest in meteorology, sparked by his love for baseball and the impact of weather on the games. He talks about his academic journey, starting with engineering at the University of Texas, discovering meteorology, and then pursuing it further at Penn State under the guidance of Dr. Lothar Koschmieder. Kloesel also shares his experiences at AMS meetings, starting from his first meeting in 1993, and the mentors who have influenced his career. He discusses his shift from traditional academic pursuits to operational involvement with concert tours, professional sports teams, and college athletics. The interview provides a unique perspective on the application of meteorology in the field of sports, particularly baseball, and the societal implications of weather on public events. Kloesel's experiences and insights offer a valuable contribution to the understanding of the intersection between meteorology and sports, and the potential for innovative applications of meteorological knowledge.