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I am a freelance writer. I've covered the Cincinnati Reds, Bengals and others since 1992. I have a background in sales as well. I've sold consumer electronics, advertising and consumer package goods for companies ranging from the now defunct Circuit City to Procter&Gamble. I have worked as a stats operator for Xavier University, the University of Cincinnati, the College of Mount St. Joe and Colerain High School.

Sunday, June 12, 2011

The Dream Lives On...Serious Baseball Instructions for Adult Players

When former New York Yankee pitcher, Jim Bouton, retired from major league baseball, he continued to compete as a player without the pay.

Bouton wrote in his book, "I thought I had a hold on the baseball.  It turned out it was the other way around."

Baseball and the love of competition is not limited to those that make a living of it once the college days end.  There are thousands of players across the country that continue to compete.

John Rubinow, an avid baseball player that has no illusions of playing for pay, took a look at instruction for the adult player.

There was none.  In the enteprenueral spirit, Rubinow started a clinic for adults.  His camps, held in two sessions at Arizona spring training facilities is taught by professional coaches.  Cincinnati Reds hitting coach, Brook Jacoby and pitching coach, Bryan Price are just two of the many professional coaches that impart their wisdom. 

There is no fantasy involved in Rubinow's camps, Pro Ball. (http://www.pro-ball.com/).  These camps provide instructions so the amatuer adults can improve their skills on the diamond in all facets of the game, including the mental challenges that the game of baseball demands.

There is social interaction with the coaches to be sure, yet that's not the main focus.  A camper will not be managed in a social game by its childhood hero.  The campers get bonafide skill instruction that they carry back to their competive league competition during the summer.

Woman are also welcome to attend. 

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