Ty Votaw
Ty Cobb
================
Full Name and Common Aliases
---------------------------------
Ty Cobb was born Tyrus Raymond Cobb on December 18, 1886, in Narrows, Georgia. He is often referred to as "The Georgia Peach" due to his birthplace.
Birth and Death Dates
-------------------------
December 18, 1886 – July 17, 1961
Nationality and Profession(s)
---------------------------------
American Professional Baseball Player and Manager
Early Life and Background
------------------------------
Cobb was born into a family of modest means. His father was a farmer who struggled to make ends meet, which instilled in Ty a strong work ethic from an early age. Cobb's family moved frequently during his childhood due to financial difficulties, but he found solace in baseball.
Major Accomplishments
---------------------------
- 12-time American League batting champion
- Won two American League Most Valuable Player awards (1911 and 1922)
- Inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1936
- Member of the 1920s All-Decade Team
Notable Works or Actions
------------------------------
Cobb's most notable achievements on the field were his incredible batting statistics. He set numerous records for hits, runs scored, and stolen bases throughout his career. Cobb was also known for his aggressive playing style, which often led to controversy.
Impact and Legacy
-------------------------
Ty Cobb's impact on baseball cannot be overstated. His innovative approach to hitting helped shape the game into what it is today. However, his legacy has been somewhat marred by allegations of racism and poor sportsmanship throughout his career.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
---------------------------------------------
Despite the controversy surrounding his personal life, Cobb's incredible on-field achievements have cemented his place as one of baseball's all-time greats. His quotes often highlight his competitive drive and passion for the game.
As a player-manager in the 1920s, Cobb was known for his unwavering commitment to winning at any cost. He would often express his sentiments through biting remarks and scathing critiques of opposing teams. These outspoken views have been immortalized through various publications and interviews throughout the years.
In recent years, Cobb's legacy has become increasingly complex due to revelations about his racist behavior on and off the field. However, his quotes continue to be widely quoted as a reminder of the game's early 20th-century dynamics.
Cobb's enigmatic personality continues to fascinate fans and players alike. His impact on baseball extends beyond his impressive statistics; he has left an indelible mark on the game through his influence on the playing style of future generations.
Quotes by Ty Votaw
All the media coverage, all the conjecture of how she would do or wouldn't do, it seemed like a convergence of a lot of issues in terms of what this could mean for the LPGA and women's golf. It was irrelevant she missed the cut. It was irrelevant she shot 71-74. It was how she represented the LPGA.
A lot has changed over the past six months. Clearly, her playing schedule has not made her academics suffer in any form.
The entire evening was an unforgettable experience, ... But to be surprised with the Patty Berg Award at the end of the night was icing on the cake, the honor of a lifetime. One of the most rewarding aspects of my time as commissioner has been getting to know and appreciate the founders and all they have done for the LPGA, golf and women's sports. To receive an award from one of those founders, the great Patty Berg, leaves me humbled and deeply grateful. I couldn't have asked for a better farewell.
For the first time, a group of players competing for a season-long championship has, at the end of that rainbow, a real bucket of gold, $1 million first-place check.
He took great pride in being commissioner of the LPGA Tour, and great pride in whoever held the position, as being somewhat of a club in which only you knew what was involved.
If there's a growth opportunity in golf, it rests primarily on the women's side of the game, ... will ultimately have an impact on future participation rates among young women.
