GREENSBORO, NC – CJ Beatty has signed an agreement with MBi Sports Management Agency of Greensboro, NC. Mr. Beatty was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 26th round (789th overall) of the Major League Baseball 2009 amateur entry draft.
He was a two-time Athlete of the Year at NC A&T University (Greensboro, NC) and finished his college career as a .339 hitter with 31 home runs and 135 RBIs in three seasons. He also left Glenn High School (Kernersville, North Carolina) tied for the career home run lead.
According to his Agent Mike Baker, “CJ is a powerfully built switch hitter who can play both outfield and infield positions. We are so excited to have such a prominent player from this area, give us an opportunity to work together in advancing his career. Anyone that knows anything about CJ knows that he does not make rash decisions and he only chooses the best. He is another example of a first class individual that MBi has been able to secure as a client”.
“We met with CJ’s folks and they felt very comfortable with our approach”, says Associate Agent Ken Carlyle. He is one of the best baseball players to come out of this area and we appreciate the opportunity to assist him in his career and beyond”. MBi will represent Mr. Beatty in contract negotiations with the St. Louis Cardinals organization as well as appearance and advertising opportunities.
Full Name: Christian J. Beatty
Born: September 28,1988 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Height: 5-10 Weight: 183 Bats: Both Throws: Right
High School: Glenn (Kernersville, North Carolina)
College: North Carolina A&T State University