From hist firsthand experience in major league baseball and the broadcast booth, John Flaherty inspires audiences with his stories on teamwork, champion mindset, and overcoming adversity.
With six New York Emmy Awards and seven nominations for his work at the YES Network, Flaherty's expertise extends beyond the baseball diamond. Flaherty presents and distills his game analysis to over 300,000 live TV viewers each broadcast.
Drafted by the Boston Red Sox in 1988, Flaherty's career spanned 14 seasons with five different teams.
He is best known for his pinch-hit walk-off single in a 13-inning game against the Red Sox. Flaherty was inducted into 5 hall of fames, including the New York State Baseball Hall of Fame and the George Washington University Athletic Hall of Fame.
Flaherty's success on the field is matched by his dedication to giving back to the community.
He serves on the Access Foundation Board for Access: Supports for Living and serves on the Board of Directors for the Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation.
During his 14 year career as a pro-athlete, John played on five different teams and played alongside some of the biggest names in baseball.
John speaks from his firsthand experience from major league basebal and the broadcasting booth on the following topics:
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Teamwork
Empower your team, students or coworkers to build a strong, collaborative culture to drive success and growth.
Champion Mindset
Educate your team, students or coworkers on adopting a champion mindset to foster a culture of excellence and peak performance.
Overcoming Adversity
Equip your team, students or coworkers with the tools and strategies necessary to navigate challenges and achieve success in the face of adversity.