Rafael Martin Jr.
Jurupa Valley,CA
Summary
Most of who I am today as a person, comes from my journey in baseball. Nothing has ever been handed to me, I am a hard working man with a strong desire to learn. Coming out of high school, I was not recruited by a college so I took on a job in construction and played baseball as a hobby on the weekends. I was then invited to try out by a team in Mexico, so I decided to take a chance on my dream of playing professional baseball. Next thing you know, I was playing in front of thousands of fans, doing what I love. After some good coaching and showing good work ethic, MLB scouts took notice of me and in 2010, the Washington Nationals bought my contract out of Mexico. After five years in the minors and two surgeries later, my hard work paid off and the average Joe became Pro, making my Big League Debut at Fenway Park against the Boston Red Sox. My dream of once playing in the Big Leagues was fulfilled.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Baseball Player
Saraperos De Saltillo
03.2007 - 06.2021
- 2007-2009 ; 2018-2021
- 2018 LMB All-Star
- Improved team performance by consistently executing strategic plays and maintaining a strong work ethic during practice sessions.
- Contributed to the team's overall success through effective communication, collaboration, and leadership on and off the field.
- Maintained peak physical condition through rigorous workout regimens and adherence to proper nutrition guidelines.
- Developed positive relationships with coaches, staff, and teammates by exhibiting professionalism and a good sportsmanship attitude at all times.
- Actively supported younger players' development by offering guidance, mentorship, and constructive feedback based on personal experiences.
Pro Baseball Player
Naranjeros De Hermosillo
09.2014 - 12.2020
- Followed instructions from coaches to execute consistent and effective results.
- Managed time effectively while traveling for games, attending practices, and getting game-ready.
Pro Baseball Player
Washington Nationals Baseball Club
02.2010 - 10.2017
- 2 x Organization Relief Pitcher of Year
- 2010 Eastern League All Star
- 2016 International League All Star
- Improved team performance by consistently executing strategic plays and maintaining a strong work ethic during practice sessions.
- Helped establish a winning culture within the organization through consistent hard work, discipline, teamwork, accountability, respect for others.
- Served as a reliable teammate by maintaining excellent attendance at all practices, games, workouts, and team-related functions.
Pro Baseball Player
Venados De Mazatlan
09.2008 - 08.2014
- Upheld the integrity of professional baseball through strict adherence to league rules, regulations, and policies while representing the organization with pride and honor.
Dispatcher
Slater Inc
04.2006 - 03.2007
- Reduced errors in dispatch logs by implementing a thorough double-check system for all entries.
- Managed high-stress situations calmly and effectively, ensuring timely assistance to those in need.
- Streamlined the dispatch process by organizing resources and routes, optimizing response efforts.
- Trained new dispatchers on company protocols, contributing to a well-prepared team of professionals.
- Communicated with drivers and personnel to coordinate timely delivery of goods and materials.
- Maintained professional relationship with shippers, receivers and drivers to increase trust, reliability and rapport.
Construction Foreman
Slater Inc
08.2002 - 04.2006
- Enhanced project efficiency by delegating tasks and supervising construction crew members.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by developing and maintaining schedules for work progress.
- Reduced safety incidents by implementing and enforcing strict safety guidelines and protocols.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and other construction professionals to ensure smooth project execution.
- Increased team productivity by managing personnel assignments according to individual skill sets and expertise levels.
- Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments.
- Verified and submitted team timesheets.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jurupa Valley High School
Jurupa Valley, CASkills
- Team Building
- Bilingual (Spanish )
- Organization Representation
- Public Speaking
- Efficient Time Management
- Excellent Sportsmanship
- Leadership Qualities
- Consistent Performance Under Pressure
- Coachability and Willingness to Learn
- Social Media Presence
- Positive Attitude and Resilience
- Competitive
Timeline
Pro Baseball Player
Naranjeros De Hermosillo
09.2014 - 12.2020
Pro Baseball Player
Washington Nationals Baseball Club
02.2010 - 10.2017
Pro Baseball Player
Venados De Mazatlan
09.2008 - 08.2014
Professional Baseball Player
Saraperos De Saltillo
03.2007 - 06.2021
Dispatcher
Slater Inc
04.2006 - 03.2007
Construction Foreman
Slater Inc
08.2002 - 04.2006
High School Diploma -
Jurupa Valley High School
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