Stay Ready: The Podcast

"Life's Curveballs: Overcoming Tragedy and Finding Resilience with Mikey Duarte"

Matt Overton Season 3 Episode 7

On this episode of Stay Ready The Podcast Matt and Scott sit down with Mikey Duarte, a baseball player drafted by the Chicago White Sox organization. 

In this emotionally stirring episode, we sit down with Mikey Duarte, a former professional baseball player whose life took an unexpected turn after his sister's tragic passing in the Route 91 Music Festival shooting. Mikey shares poignant memories of his sister's vibrant life and the profound impact her loss had on him. Despite facing unimaginable grief, Mikey bravely continued his baseball career, navigating the game's challenges while carrying the weight of his sister's absence.

Mikey opens up about the heart-wrenching moment he received the news of the shooting, the tumultuous period that followed, and how he found solace in the game he loves. Beyond the tragedy, Mikey reflects on a near-death experience from a head injury sustained in baseball, highlighting the fragility of life and the resilience required to persevere.

Join us as Mikey Duarte shares his inspiring journey of resilience, healing, and finding purpose beyond adversity. His story is a powerful reminder of the human spirit's capacity to overcome even the darkest of days.

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