Digmi Discussions Interview #42 - Jeff Banister

Published: Jan. 14, 2021, 7:33 p.m.

On Digmi Discussions Interview #42, host Ray Digmi catches up with former Texas Rangers Manager and the 2015 American League Manager of the Year, Jeff Banister

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The Texas Native shares his personal story growing up the son of a high school football coach, as a young athlete Banister overcame tremendous health and injury obstacles to eventually earn the opportunity of signing a professional baseball contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates organization. Bani talks about his experience climbing the minor league ladder and fighting his way to the Major League level - He shares the story of his one and only big league at- bat, talks about what led him to pursuing a career in coaching and why he has such as passion for mentoring young ball players to be the best athlete they can be on the diamond as well as the best man they can become in life.

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The former American League Manager of the Year shares his experience leading some of the best players in the game at the Major League Level, important building blocks to a fulfilling life and the dreams and goals that still motivate him today.

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An inspirational leader that is devoted to his family and committed to being a positive influence in this world - this is an interview all parents, players and coaches need to listen to.

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