Digmi Discussion Interview #23 - Former Major League Baseball player - Cory Aldridge
On Digmi Discussion Interview #23, we catch up with former Major League Baseball player, entrepreneur and health & fitness guru, Cory Aldridge.
\nCory, a native of Abilene, Texas, grew up athletic family, with his father playing professional football. And although Cory showed the same promise on the gridiron, it was his grandfather who was a respected baseball coach, that Cory to recognize his talents on the diamond. After choosing baseball over football, Cory dominated at the high school and travel/tournament level, gaining the attention of Major League scouts.
\nAs a 17 year old, Cory was selected in the 4th round by the Atlanta Braves in the 1997 Major League Baseball amateur draft\u2026leading to an 18 year professional baseball career.
\nListen to Cory talk about his journey from small town Texas boy, to working his way up the minor league ladder all the way to Atlanta. Listen as he reflects on his career playing along side Hall of Famers, dealing with injuries and the remarkable 10 year journey it took him to collect his first Major League hit.
\nHear Cory share his emotional memories being a part of the 2001 Atlanta Braves team that played the New York Mets at Shea Stadium in the first sporting event following the tragic events of 9/11
\nA supporter of Digmi since day 1, Cory shares why he always believed in \u201cThe Guy In The Tie\u201d and passes along some honest but encouraging words for anyone out there who may doubt their ability to do what they love.
\nFollowing his playing days, Cory continues to mentor and coach upcoming baseball players in his native Texas, as well as offering education and insight in the field of health and fitness.
\nAn extremely engaging and charismatic personality, my former teammate and roommate is a an example of how hard work, perseverance and keeping it real is a great combination of living your best life.