KEY WEST, Fla., Feb. 3, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- Baseball is indeed America's pastime -- from backyard pick-up games to the major leagues. But how do players get from the backyard to the major leagues? Author Ben Harrison offers some helpful hints on the recruiting process in his new book, Official Visit (now available from 1stBooks Library).
The rituals and routines of college and professional recruiting have never been written about in such detail. Harrison combines research with personal experience in this informative book. Perhaps more importantly though, Official Visit helps readers lay the proper foundation and find out crucial information needed to make important decisions.
There is a tremendous amount of opportunity to play after high school. Indeed there are some 1500 college baseball programs. But to take advantage of the opportunities available and find the right fit, the parents and the player need to know how the system works.
However, more than just an informative "how-to" guide, Official Visit tells the story of the author's son as he prepares for college, makes official visits to various schools and ultimately leaves home to attend a Division I University, where he is currently on the baseball team. Regardless of their children's athletic ability, parents will enjoy this cleverly written, coming-of-age book.
Author Ben Harrison is uniquely qualified to write this informative book. With one son playing college baseball and another showing significant athletic promise, Harrison is no stranger to the world about which he writes. He and his wife of 30 years, Helen, have called Key West, Fla, home for the past twenty-three years where they own and operate a small gallery. Visit the Harrison Gallery online: www.harrison-gallery.com.
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