Tony Womack, born on September 25, 1969 in Danville, Virginia, is a former professional baseball player who had a successful 13-season career in Major League Baseball (MLB). He is best known for his time as a midfielder for teams such as the Pittsburgh Pirates, Arizona Diamondbacks, New York Yankees, and Chicago Cubs. Throughout his career, Womack was renowned for his agility, dexterous ability to steal bases, and his significant contributions to the Diamondbacks' World Series victory in 2001.
Before becoming a professional baseball player, Womack played both baseball and basketball while attending Gretna High School. He then went on to attend Guilford College in Greensboro, North Carolina, where he did not receive any athletic scholarships. Initially, Womack had no plans of pursuing a career in athletics and instead focused on his education. However, his talent on the field quickly caught the attention of major league scouts, leading to his draft by the Pittsburgh Pirates after hitting a .350 RBI during his junior year.
Aside from baseball, Womack also played football during his college years and excelled in NCAA Division III for kickoff returns, ranking #5 in the league. He further solidified his athletic prowess by breaking the Arizona Diamondbacks' record for the most career stolen bases with a total of 182.
Womack is married to Janet and together they have a daughter named Jessica and a son named Alsander. Their son, Alsander Womack, followed in his father's footsteps and pursued a career in professional baseball, playing for teams like the Birmingham Barons and the Chicago White Sox.
One of Womack's most memorable moments in baseball came during the 2001 World Series when he made a game-tying hit against pitcher Mariano Rivera of the New York Yankees, setting up teammate Luis Gonzalez's game-winning single. The Wall Street Journal hailed Womack's hit as one of the most significant clutch hits in baseball history.
Throughout his career, Womack was known for his speed, agility, and ability to come through in high-pressure situations. His dedication to the sport and his talent on the field solidified his place in MLB history as a respected and accomplished player.