Ep#11 The Life For Retired MLB Players with Geoff Hixson(MLBPAA)

In this episode of the YouGoin Pro podcast, host Coach Lowery A.K.A. Syvel interviews Geoff Hixson from MLB Players Alumni. They discuss the background and purpose of MLB PAA, which was founded in 1982 to support former players after they leave the game. The organization provides benefits, resources, and programs to help players transition to life after baseball. They also address the financial challenges faced by retired players and the support available through MLB PAA and other organizations. The conversation highlights the need for more diversity in baseball and the efforts being made to increase participation among minority communities. The episode concludes with a discussion of future initiatives and ways to get involved with MLB Players Alumni.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background01:06 What is MLB PAA?01:40 The Need for Players Alumni03:00 Benefits of MLB Players Alumni05:49 Requirements to be in the Alumni08:05 Life After MLB10:36 Programs for Life After Baseball15:12 Financial Support for Players20:22 MLB Players Alumni in Local Communities25:51 Increasing Diversity in Baseball34:42 Future Initiatives38:24 Closing RemarksConnect:www.YouGoinPro.co(X):@YGPSportsIG:@YouGoinProSportsYouTube:@yougoinpro