Little League to the Major Leagues

A Complete Guide to Baseball’S Assembly Line … Plus Insider Advice on Youth Leagues, High School, College, and the Pros

Nonfiction, Sports, Baseball, Reference
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Author: Rod Humphries ISBN: 9781475984682
Publisher: iUniverse Publication: May 10, 2013
Imprint: iUniverse Language: English
Author: Rod Humphries
ISBN: 9781475984682
Publisher: iUniverse
Publication: May 10, 2013
Imprint: iUniverse
Language: English

There is no question that the physical and mental demands of the sport of baseball are rigorous. Not only is it difficult to successfully hit a ninety-mile-per-hour fastball in front of a crowd of passionate spectators, but it is also challenging to navigate an often confusing system that leads players through youth leagues, high school, college, and for a lucky few, the Minor and Major Leagues.

Rod Humphries, sports journalist, television writer, and former administrator of a worldwide professional tennis tour, shares his personal experiences and advice from experts in this complete insiders guide designed to help players, their parents, and baseball fans understand how Major Leaguers pay their dues. Humphries, who closely studied the entire baseball assembly line when his son was drafted out of high school by the Houston Astros, offers valuable information on:

The professional baseball structure
Little League vs. select/travel ball
Player analysis and recruitment
Scholarships and coaching camps
Draft day decisions, salaries, and career chances

Little League to the Major Leagues provides proven tips and time-tested advice for any family or player who dares to dream of journeying beyond youth baseball to high school, college, and the professional game.

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There is no question that the physical and mental demands of the sport of baseball are rigorous. Not only is it difficult to successfully hit a ninety-mile-per-hour fastball in front of a crowd of passionate spectators, but it is also challenging to navigate an often confusing system that leads players through youth leagues, high school, college, and for a lucky few, the Minor and Major Leagues.

Rod Humphries, sports journalist, television writer, and former administrator of a worldwide professional tennis tour, shares his personal experiences and advice from experts in this complete insiders guide designed to help players, their parents, and baseball fans understand how Major Leaguers pay their dues. Humphries, who closely studied the entire baseball assembly line when his son was drafted out of high school by the Houston Astros, offers valuable information on:

The professional baseball structure
Little League vs. select/travel ball
Player analysis and recruitment
Scholarships and coaching camps
Draft day decisions, salaries, and career chances

Little League to the Major Leagues provides proven tips and time-tested advice for any family or player who dares to dream of journeying beyond youth baseball to high school, college, and the professional game.

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