Jim Morris (1) (1964–)
Autor von The Oldest Rookie: Big-League Dreams from a Small-Town Guy
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Jim Morris was a high school physics teacher until becoming a professional ballplayer at age 35. He is currently a relief pitcher for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, & lives in San Angelo, TX. (Bowker Author Biography)
Bildnachweis: Photographed at BookPeople in Austin, Texas
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- Rechtmäßiger Name
- Morris, James Samuel
- Andere Namen
- Morris, Jimmy
- Geburtstag
- 1964-01-19
- Geschlecht
- male
- Nationalität
- USA
- Sterbeort
- Brownwood, Texas, USA
- Wohnorte
- Big Lake, Texas, USA
Durham, North Carolina, USA - Ausbildung
- Angelo State University
- Kurzbiographie
- 1) Morris, James Samuel [legal name]; Morris, Jim [canonical name]; Morris, Jimmy [other names]
1964-1-19 [date of birth]; Brownwood, Texas, USA [place of residence, birthplace]; Big Lake, Texas, USA ... Durham, North Carolina, USA [places of residence]; Major League Baseball Player, minor league baseball player, high school physical science teacher, motivational speaker [occupations]; Angelo State University [education]
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When Jimmy showed up at tryouts with his kids in tow, everyone was doubtful as to what he had to offer. He was a middle-aged father of three, who had had multiple surgeries and injuries. Nevertheless, he was given the chance to pitch last, and people took notice. The rest is baseball history. If you’ve ever dreamed of something that seems unreachable, pick up this book for a shot of inspiration.
The Bottom Line: This motivational read is a sports story, an underdog story, and a love story all rolled into one. Morris is honest about sharing his hopes and dreams as well as doubts and failures. Even though the focus is on Jimmy, Lorri’s story shines through too. Recommended for sports fans and Big League hopefuls.
This review also appears at the Mini Book Bytes Book Review Blog.… (mehr)