Matthew Tyner, Sr.
Biography of Matthew Tyner, Sr.
Matthew (Matt) Tyner, Sr. is the author of Fast and Hard: From Addictions to Redemption. He is a man who has reinvented himself and has invested his second chance at life in building positive relationships with all those around him. Fast and Hard will crush the myth that people can’t change. This pivotal read will show how he changed.
Matt is best known for his work as a college baseball coach and baseball player. Many know him as the walk-on baseball player from the prestigious University of Miami Baseball program who made three consecutive College World Series appearances and went on to be the 9th-round pick in the 1980 draft by the Baltimore Orioles.
When all the world looked bright for Matt, it was his own demons who sabotaged all of his professional and personal opportunities. Matt speaks about reaching the ill-fated rock bottom. His words share the journey of how he finally hit the "Rock" that ultimately became the foundation of rebuilding his shady life. Fast and Hard is a dark story that ends with a man accepting the embrace of his spiritual awakening, the program of Alcoholics Anonymous, and the forgiveness from his family and friends.
For those longing for the life of a professional athlete, Matt shares the reality of the pitfalls and detours of a professional Minor League player. He is long past his days of playing for the franchises of the Baltimore Orioles, but his recall of those days is incredible. That life could never compare to the present life of being clean and sober for over two decades. In his addiction-free life, he has dedicated his life to serving others and providing leadership through coaching and public speaking to thousands of men and women of all ages.
Matt is currently an NCAA Division I Head Baseball Coach for Towson University. He also owns MLT Sports Investments, LLC, is Managing Partner of Collegiate Academic Golf Showcases (CAGS), LLC, and a professional motivational speaker for Tyner Effect (www.Tynereffect.com). His educational background includes undergraduate studies at the University of Miami and his bachelor’s degree in Business Communications from Concordia University, Indianapolis, IN Campus. He also carries a PhD in Common Sense!
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