His meteoric rise is something you'd expect from Hollywood. Boy from Lubbock, TX, goes to Texas Tech near where he grew up. Makes it to the big leagues and explodes onto the scene. His reward? He becomes the team's closer in his second year in the big leagues. He has huge success and in his third year makes the All Star team.
The end, right? WRONG!
Our hero then struggles with injuries, tries to make it back to the big leagues but his body doesn't cooperate.
The thing is; this isn't a Hollywood script; it's AJ Ramos' life story, and it doesn't end there. He retires from baseball and finds his competitive spirit and will hasn't left him, it just needs to be redirected.
This is the story of a terrific man, one with focus, determination and guts. But is it enough?
Find out and get insight into the heart and soul of a true champion this week on The Approach Shot.
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