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Episode 33

Arabia Wolves Outfielder Courtney Hawkins Gears Up for UAE Series Showdown

Arabia Wolves outfielder Courtney Hawkins shares his journey through professional baseball—from being a first-round draft pick to navigating the challenges of being released and reviving his career through independent leagues. He reflects on how these experiences shaped him as a player and a mentor, including his work with the next generation of athletes through private lessons. Hawkins also discusses participating in the 2023 All-Star Showcase, his excitement for representing the Arabia Wolves in the upcoming UAE Series (February 14–16, 2025), and how Baseball United’s leadership inspires players like him to grow the game globally.

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What We Discuss

• 0:30 Introduction
• 1:13 Handling the pressures of being a first-round draft pick
• 2:47 Growing as a young professional baseball player
• 8:27 Revitalizing his career with the Lexington Legends of the Atlantic League
• 11:46 Redefining success as a player matures
• 12:46 MLB All-Star Brandon Phillips' influence on Courtney’s career
• 15:00 Courtney’s first involvement with Baseball United
• 16:21 BU Chairman, CEO, and Co-Founder Kash Shaikh’s leadership success
• 18:22 Educating youth in the Middle East and South Asia
• 19:19 Introducing baseball to a new region as a pioneer
• 21:28 Highlighting the high-character individuals in Baseball United
• 22:55 Excitement for the UAE Series
• 23:08 Courtney’s message for the fans