Here's what the pros are saying about this classic volume on how baseball scouts find "diamonds in the rough"! "I had no idea I was being scouted when Al Goldis saw me playing amateur ball in New York's Central Park league. If I had this book then, it would have given me further insight into the standards required for breaking into the big leagues." -- Devon White, outfielder, Arizona Diamondbacks "This is straight talk--the book you've wanted to see in print. Read it and re-read it. The sections on why scouts sign certain ballplayers and bypass others are right on the mark." -- Joe McIlvaine, former General Manager, New York Mets and San Diego Padres; now a top scout with the Minnesota Twins "Coaches would be wise to make this book 'must' reading for members of their teams." -- Roland Hemond, former major league Scouting Director and Farm Director, General Manager for the Chicago White Sox, 1971-1985; now a top baseball consultant with the Arizona Diamondbacks.
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Required reading for the serious ballplayer and his parents,
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Written by Reds Senior Scouting Director Goldis and by baseball writer, commentator and coach Wolff (both former pro ballplayers), this book demystifies the process of getting that pro contract. It offers hope to those who were overlooked in the free agent draft, explains the scouting system and how scouts evaluate talent--including the specific skills needed to reach the major leagues. There are chapters on marketing yourself, frequently asked questions, and a full treatment of the workings of tryout camps. Great stuff!
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For the player who wants to be looked at by pro scouts,
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This book is for the player who wants to know what pro scouts are looking for in baseball players. What is a scout looking for in a pitcher or outfielder? This book gives you the rundown on each position, as well as give the novice fan an idea of what it takes to become a major league scout. If this sparks your interest, then pick up this book.
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And how to get along with your college coach,
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Don't let the title mislead you. Every boy who wants to play college ball should read this book. While much of it seems funadmental attitude discussion to us adults, it is positive reenforcement to the young ones. And, it answers some tough questions, like when you should or should not play hurt or sick.
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