This week on Here’s What We Know, join us for an inspiring conversation with Jeremy Wolf, a former professional baseball player who grew up with a bat in his hands and a dream in his heart. From college ball to professional leagues and eventually playing for Team Israel, Jeremy’s story is full of grit and grace.
Today, he’s making an even bigger impact through More Than Baseball, working to improve the lives of minor league players. Listen now!
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In this Episode:
- How Jeremy handled the pressure of professional sports
- The story behind co-founding More Than Baseball to improve players’ lives
- His insights on mental health and why it matters more than ever
- Lessons on turning setbacks into stepping stones
Quotations:
“So I’ll always be grateful for just, like, all of the doors, like dominoes lined up for me to have these amazing experiences.” ~ Jeremy Wolf
“Create opportunities, work really hard, have the discipline to continue pushing forward, and good things are going to happen.” ~ Jeremy Wolf
“When your child fails, do not yell at them. Do not scream at them. Do not punish them. Don’t treat it as if it’s just a normal day, because it is.” ~ Jeremy Wolf
“When we create an environment where athletes don’t feel the pressure to perform but feel obligated to support each other and their teammates, you’re just creating a better culture, and that’s going to create better outcomes.” ~ Jeremy Wolf
“You can do more than you think.” ~ Jeremy Wolf
Bio:
Jeremy Wolf is a former professional baseball player who spent time in the New York Mets organization after a standout college career at Trinity University in Texas. As an outfielder and first baseman, he represented Team Israel in international competitions, including the World Baseball Classic qualifiers. After stepping away from playing professionally, Jeremy co-founded More Than Baseball, a nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of minor league players through better pay, housing, and mental health resources. His journey reflects a deep commitment to the game and to making it better for the next generation of athletes.
Guest Contact Info:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremywolf123/
Website: https://www.morethanbaseball.org/