Josh Hamilton's wife Katie Hamilton

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Maiden Name: Chadwick
Time Together: Katie is the daughter of Michael Chadwick, who is one of men responsible for getting Josh completely sober. The two met in 2002 while Josh was in Raleigh during one of his suspensions from major league baseball and were married in 2004. The two reportedly had a period of estrangement in 2005 during a period that Josh relapsed. Katie has three children, one from a prior relationship and two with Josh.
Fast Facts: The story of Josh and Katie Hamilton is an equal blend of tragedy, inspiration and true love. Josh and Katie were married during a period of Josh's sobriety. Shortly after the birth of their first child together, Josh relapsed starting with alcohol, and spiraling into cocaine and crack. Even though the two were estranged, Katie and Josh were never divorced. Through the sacrifice and devotion of one another, they stuck it out and watched Josh climb to the top of the baseball world with his impressive 2007 and 2008 seasons.
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While the two were estranged, Katie described a dream that helped her decide to stay with Josh: "God told me he was going to give Josh baseball back, but it wasn't going to be for baseball. It was going to be for something much bigger. He was going to give Josh a platform to help others."

Tracey Kern

7.20.2010

I have read Josh's book and it was wonderful. I am really glad that Josh si now sober but I think the real hero in all of this is Katie. She stayed with Josh when a lot of wives would have been out the door. While I admire him, she is one of my heroes in this story. I just love her!!!

Kris Howell

8.12.2010

Mrs. Hamilton,
My name is Kris Howell, and along with family live in NC. The reason i'm writing to you is my son! Like your husband, baseball is the love of his life. He is 20 years old and on his 6th day at the Life Center of Galax, Galax, Va. He was hit in the head with a baseball 4 years ago, which just about killed him. But thru that we found that he was born with a Chiari Mal-formation and has had two brain surgeries. He went on to play baseball his freshman year college in SC. He was voted Fall Pitcher of the year, things were Great. He got hurt mid spring season, this last Oct. he had Tommy John Surgery. My son has never been in trouble and is a child of God. But he has become addicted to pain medicine. I'm sure people ask you for many things, i'm asking for your prayers and any and all guidance your family may offer mine.His sister's are going to see him on Aug 14th and taking your husbands book along.Somehow this wonderful young man has lost his way! Your husband has been right where my son is now. I'm not asking, i'm begging, will your husband, please help him find his way! As mother's we will Beg, Borrow,or Steal for our children. That is what i'm doing now!! We don't need money, or write-ups in any paper. My boy needs a leader to show him once again, that God has a light for him at the end of this long dark tunnel. My Boy has looked up to your husband for a very long time, and i now need your husband to look to my boy and try to lead him to this light. Thank you so much!

Jeff Brown

8.29.2010

Hey Katie,
Just reading Josh,s book. Hard not to cry while reading it.
I'll pray for you guys and the girls everyday. I'm a big guy at
6'6" tall but all of us together can't beat the evil one. Jesus
Never fails.

My sister is an addict. Been 5 years now. Went through $500K
In 2 years. She was married to a wealthy man. Learned a lot
From the book on how to act. From you and Josh's grandmother.

I'm from NewJersey and a Yankees fan but Josh is my favorite
Player. My prays and beSt to you and family.

Yours in Christ,

Chris Jones

9.17.2010

Katie,
My heart goes out to you. I come from a family dealing with addiction, a sister, two brothers, and my deceased mother. It was my brother who is currently incarcerated, and a recovering alcoholic, who brought your family and Josh's story to my attention. He wanted to know if you guys were still together. I'm hoping and praying that you are, although only you and God know what is right for you. I do know that no matter how your story ends, you are living your life for God and helping others. I know you are forced to live in the public eye, but you should know that those of us who see you and your trials are grateful to you. I pray for you to feel God's love, strength and Joy every day because with that, anything is possible. Again thank you for your hope and inspiration. I hope that my brother can learn from Josh's story.
Take care and God Bless,
Chris

Kimberly

10.10.2010

Hi Katie, My family and I saw you and Josh at Gateway church and we know you both have a big heart. Could you please get your friends and family to vote for our cause. We are in the Pepsi Refresh Challenge and we could win $50,000 to feed the local children and families in the Keller ISD over the Christmas break this year if we get the most votes. All you have to do is vote 3x/day 3 different ways. Text 102980 to Pepsi 73774, and on our website http://www.feedingthemindbodyandsoul.com. and on facebook on go to Food for the Soul and then download a link and post it on your facebook page. Food for the Soul is a 501c3 nonprofit company and we have give away over 250,000 free meals to the hungry in America last year. If we win we will give away 81,000 free meals this Christmas. Thank you for listening and God bless. The most votes in October 2010

Michele Werner

10.23.2010

Katie,
I just read that you had a "dream" the God was going to give baseball back to Josh for something bigger, to help others. Well, you're right!
I am in a relationship with someone who has many qualities that your husband has. He has battled addiction his whole life and I believe God has bigger plans for him.
I admire your husband and I admire you! Most people would not understand how and why you would risk staying with someone who has such a horrible addiction, but there is someone out there that understands, and that is Me!
Congratulations to the Texas Rangers and your husband.
He is an inspiration to many troubled people out there.

Elizabeth Capps

11.7.2010

Hi Katie,

I was one of the privileged to hear Josh speak this morning at First Baptist. However, as impressed as I am by his story, I am more impressed by yours. I have battled the same problems with my current husband, day 4 with baby #3 and left completely alone. That was 4 years ago and not much has changed. Hearing Josh's story left me with hope that things can be different but that it is not up to me to change him - simply to forgive. YOU are an inspiration and I know not many wives are recognized for the behind-the-scenes heartbreaks and sacrifices they make for their husbands to become the "superstars". Thank YOU (& Josh) for giving me hope. Elizabeth Capps

Roxanne matlock

11.21.2010

hello katie,
me and my son and husband were so lucky we got to hear joshs story at trinity church in amarillo.you and josh are amazing couple and i have read joshs book. my son plays baseball on a travel team and he strugglies now and then and so i wanted him to hear what all josh does and how he handles the pressure of baseball.my son has been playing since he was five and sometimes i am not sure if he really likes it or not he has the talent we have seen it but sometimes he plays like he doesnt want to be there.i pray that god shows us if he still wants him to play or not.i do believe its his talent he just needs to use it. you are amazing wife and i hope i can be like you and i admire you.you have been thru alot and i want you to know i will pray for you and josh and your kids.
thank you so much for being who you are.have a blessed day Roxanne

david winter

12.2.2010

Josh/Katie:
I really am not a baseball fanatic, I'm a casual observer, but I found your book in the Christian Book Store, read the cover on it, and bought it for my son in law who is a baseball fan, and then I borrowed it back from him afterwards. I am always interested in human interest stories no matter what the setting, and have become a great fan of both of you, Josh and Katie, since I read the book, and I hold you both up in high regards. I have shared the story in your book with many people, but I have to be honest, I was sharing your story with a client of mine, and he informed me of your relapse, and so I had to research it, and my heart sank when I saw it was true. I PRAY that this addiction does not get the better of you, and what really scares me, is when you mentioned in your book that the drugs began to rule your life when baseball was taken away, one day baseball will be gone, and my only thoughts are what will you do then? What will you do when that "high" you get from jacking a ball over the fence is gone? I know God has an answer for that, and I hope He has revealed it to the both of you. My prayers go out to both of you. I am a Josh Hamilton and Katie Hamilton fan, BIG TIME, and if I ever get a chance to meet either of you, I really want to, not primarily becasue of your great achievements on the baseball field, but for what you have overcome off of the field, and the discipline it takes to stay straight.

God Bless the both of you.

Sarah Heil

1.11.2011

Katie/Josh -

I have always been a fan of the Texas Rangers, but it wasn't until this past summer when I attended my first game that I become so interested in the players. I saw Josh's story on I AM SECOND & fell in love with his heart. I, next, then read his book. He is not only a talented baseball player, but a truely amazing person. I think your devotion for God to stand by him also says alot for the kind of Christian woman you are as well. You two are both a great inspiration. I love following Josh in his success & will continue even when/if he is no longer with the Rangers. I hope to meet him one day to tell him what an inspriation he has been!

J Killom

3.31.2011

Mrs. Hamilton,
I am the grandmother of a teenage boy whose talent in baseball has been recognized very early and is now the only freshman on his high school varsity team and he is a starter! He started playing at a very young age, like Josh. My son in law told me about Josh and his story, including the influence his grandmother had. We have been trying to get in touch with Josh to help intervene in my grandson's life. His recent behavior has taken him down the wrong road, and could ruin his life, not only his tremendous talent in baseball. He has always been a child of integrity and compassion, but temptations and the influence of "friends" has jeopardised his life. He is a great admirer of Josh and we have been trying to get in touch with Josh. A letter, a phone call, anything from Josh would be most helpful.Josh could keep another young man from experiencing what we are experiencing. Josh's grandmother makes me proud of all grandmothers, and gives me hope that I can be a vital force in the lives of my four grandsons and one granddaugther. They are all involved in sports! Thank you. Hope to hear from you or from Josh. We appreciate it so much and will pray for Josh's continued success on the field and off.

Mariah

4.22.2011

Hi,
My name is Mariah and I am a recovering addict. I read Josh's book for a book report. I am studying to be an alcohol and drug counselor. That book brought so many questions to my mind. Not to mention it was a fantastic book. Addiction is a very dangerous disease. There is not enough being done to battle the problems. Hopefully, in time society will start to see addiction as a disease and not just a choice. Thank you again for your courage! It is an inspiration!
God Bless

Regan

4.27.2011

Hello,
I am Regan.
I Love Josh Hamilton!
I Have Read His Book Twice!
He Goes To The Same Hair Cutting Place That My Mom Works At!
My Brother Got His Autograph For Me, I Was Super Happy
His Daughter Plays Softball Where I Play Softball At, But I Am A Bit Older.
I Am Dying To Meet Him!!!
My Dad Went To Wing Stop And Saw Him There.
He's My Fav. Ranger Player!!

Mitch

5.7.2011

Hi Katie,
I am only 19 years old but my life long dream is to play catch with a major league baseball player. I have recently graduated from high school and my baseball career is now over. I have never met a professional athlete before and I would love to be given a chance to. All I would like to do is shake his hand and play catch with him for 5 minutes. I know this is a lot to ask for since he is very busy with baseball right now and with other endorsements. If you ask why I pick Josh, it's because he is an inspiration, I know that is something you probably hear daily, but he really is. I have been a Rangers fan for my entire life and would give anything to meet him. I'm just a normal college student who loves his family and the Lord and everything the Lord has blessed me with. I have a wonderful family and a wonderful life. I would just like to be given the chance to meet him and play catch with him for 5 minutes. I understand if he is too busy and it cannot happen. But i would be honored if I could be given the chance.

Thank you for your time and God bless,
Mitch McDougal

Joe Di Cicco Sr.

5.10.2011

Mrs. Hamilton I have a 18 year old son who is a teriffic baseball player, he is a catcher, he has played baseball practically since he could walk, it was his life. unfortunately over the past couple of years he has taken a horiffic downward spiral due to the use of drugs...we have had him in therapy,rehab,counseling,we have tried everything, now as a result of a relapse, he is currently in a juvenile detention center due to be released on May 20. He has been talking about baseball the past couple of weeks,I visited him today and out of the blue he said he wanted to play baseball again, he said he had "unfinished business he need to take care of on the field" he immediately mentioned Josh, he obviously knows what Josh has been through, and now he is one of the best if not the best player in MLB. He said he wants to turn his life around like Josh Hamilton did...I know you get this all the time but..Is it at all possible Josh can write him, or possibly call him when he is released from detention... any words from Josh directly would encourage him even more,i know this an extreme longshot, but i love my son more than life and i am trying everything i can. I pray to God you can help.... Thank you Joe Di Cicco Sr.

Robin Fish

6.17.2011

Katie,

Just wanted to say I dearly loved Josh's boldness in sharing his love for the Lord last night on "Letterman." What an opportunity to share and he did. To God be the Glory!

Jordan Maroney

7.4.2011

Dear Mr. and Mrs.Hamilton
Hello. My name is Jordan Maroney and i am 13 years old and live in South Carolina. I read Josh's book in my 5th grade year(i think in 2009) because my grandfather and uncle said i should read it. The night i got home with the book it was like my hands were glued to the book. The story and just everything about it was so amazing that i just couldn't put it down. I just want to thank you and Josh for giving me something to enjoy.

Love, Jordan Maroney

P.S I read Beyond Belief two times because it was so good. Plus i am on my third time reading it :).

Lindsay Foster

7.13.2011

Josh and Katie:
I truly think that both of you are a beam of GOD's amazing light and I love how you use your influnence on what GOD has brought you through and for what HE can do for us all. I am hoping and Praying that you both will be able to get a hold of me soon to discuss the help I need expressed in my letter. Another was mailed out yesterday, and should be in Arlington in a few days. Thank you again and may GOD richly bless you both. Keep on for HIM!!!

lindsey kidd

10.20.2011

To Josh and Katie Hi, my name is Lindsey..Your Book "Beyond Belief" truly helped and gave incredible encouragment to my husband, Mark and I when he was in the midst of surrendering to God his cocaine addiction. That was in September 2009, specifically on our 1 year wedding anniversary. We live in Greensboro NC and since that time we have truly experienced God's grace and god has used our story and struggles to help others...I admire my husband so much and am so thankful to Jesus for giving up his life to save us and give us hope and the grace to overcome dark times. I am posting this link of our testiminy that was shown at our church and it is modeled after your online testimony, I wanted to encourage you and also would love and am praying that someday you and your wife and us could meet up for dinner in Raleigh. Thank you for sharing your words and also thanks to your wife for being an example to me.

http://triadcommunitychurch.com/index.php?nid=7152&s=gl

whitney

10.22.2011

Josh and Katie,
I think it is great that you are letting the Lord use you in such a way. You could have given up and walked away, but you trusted in Lord. Thank you for using the stage God has given you to spread the gospel. God bless

Sylvia

10.28.2011

Hi Katie,
ireally admire you. Because as much as I think of Josh. What you have gone through and the way you have gone through it is amazing. My life has some similarities to yours. I too had a daughter when I married my current husband. He is a great person, but an alcoholic. I left him several times feeling hopeless that he would never change. But I'm living proof that God creates miracles. I have been married 26 years now, I have 3 daughters, 27,24,and 14. I have never been happier, and I thank God for giving me the stength and courage to stay with my husband. I wish you the same.

Joe

11.7.2011

Josh you are my hero I just want to talk to you on the phone or somethin about something personal please reply!!!!

kerri

11.28.2011

thank goodness Josh has God to guide him, cuz only god knows why he is with that bleached blond ugly lady. probably knocked her up and felt guilty to stay with her. Josh, you could do better.

Don Crum

2.6.2012

Josh and Katie,

I've been trying to send this email to your Triple Play Ministry but it returns saying the box is full.--

I am a Baptist pastor from Texas now in Indiana, that is a big fan of Josh and the Texas Rangers. I admire your Christian witness and I am praying for your journey. In my ministry just this week several "closet alcoholics" have made known to me their addiction.

Yes, I am fully aware of the tremendous pull and destruction from addictions including drugs, alcohol, pornography, etc., for I also have a war journey that God using for His glory.

Josh, I can help you if you will let me. You don't know me but God has led me through a journey to teach me the truth of Scripture that can set us free when we want to be free and are willing to do it His way. His way is by grace and not by hard works (law, performance). So many of us think we can try harder, suck it up and fight our flesh patterns. All believers have flesh patterns and mine are just as bad as yours in God's eyes, especially when I try to fight them in my own strength.

His way is not through the typical message of Salvation and then try hard to win. Having an accountability partner won't work without knowing the truths of elaboration of our co-crucifixion and co-resurrection with Jesus and how that affects each believer--how it effects our spirit, soul, and body.

Josh, I am willing to come to you (I have a home in Corsicana, TX) and teach you and Katie the truths about "Who we are in Christ" which will guide you on a journey of freedom, victory and useability for God. Just give me two + days and if you really want to be free, you will realize that He loves you and wants you to be free!!! I am waiting to hear from you.

pastordon@easttipp.org
dongincrum@msn.com

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