Hey everyone, it’s your boy back at it again with another deep dive into something that’s been on my mind. Today, we’re talking about JJ Wetherholt’s parents. Yeah, you heard that right, the folks behind the baseball phenom.
So, I started digging around because, well, I’m nosy like that and I love a good backstory. First thing I did was hit up the usual spots – you know, the places where you find all the juicy details about someone’s life. And let me tell you, it wasn’t easy piecing it all together, but I’m nothing if not persistent.
The Beginnings
I found out that JJ’s dad is Michael Wetherholt. Apparently, he’s an Ashtabula graduate. Cool, cool. But that’s not all. I stumbled upon some info about JJ having an uncle, Doug Wetherholt. Family ties, right? It’s always interesting to see the family tree.
Then, it got even more interesting. I read somewhere that JJ, our baseball star, is actually a natural right-hander. But, get this – he started swinging lefty because he saw his older brother, Brandon, doing it. He was just around 6 years old! Imagine that, just deciding to switch it up because your big bro does it. That’s some sibling influence right there.
The Journey to West Virginia
Now, here’s where things get a bit wild. This kid, JJ, he grew up just 20 miles from the University of Pittsburgh campus, in Mars, Pennsylvania. But, plot twist – he didn’t go to Pitt. Nope. He signed with West Virginia, which I hear is like Pitt’s biggest rival. Talk about a shocker!
I also learned that West Virginia was his first college baseball offer. He committed to them before his sophomore year of high school. Can you believe that? Making big moves before even hitting the tenth grade.
The Big Bucks
And because I’m all about the details, I dug into the financial side of things. I came across some info saying JJ signed a 1-year contract with the St. Louis Cardinals. For how much, you ask? A cool $6,900,000. Yeah, you read that right. 6.9 MILLION. With an average annual salary of $6,900. Now I understand why people love sports.
Wrapping Up
So, there you have it. A little peek behind the curtain into the life of JJ Wetherholt and his parents. From mimicking his brother’s swing to making a surprising college choice, and then landing a massive contract, it’s been quite the journey. And honestly, it just makes you appreciate the story behind the success even more.
It also makes me think about how much influence parents and family have on our paths. I mean, if JJ hadn’t seen his brother swinging lefty, who knows where he’d be now? Crazy to think about, right? Anyway, that’s all from me for now. Until next time, stay curious!
