I was recruited out of High School by several local colleges, Cal State Fullerton, Long Beach State, etc. But my ex-wife was visited by Mr. Stork and had the tough decision to post-pone everything for that. Thought I was doing the noble thing. What was I thinking? After two years, I started working out again and ended up at the inaugural Florida Marlins try-outs here in Long Beach California. Made several cuts (as a catcher). Then got the call that thanked me for all my time and they'd be in touch. I'm still waiting for that call. Anyway, I felt my window had closed and started playing semi-pro. You know, those not- so glamorous leagues where all the ex-pro/college players end up. Well that's where I was. Loved every minute of it. There's something extra special about playing in those leagues. It's truly the "love for the game" there. Traveling, playing year round tourneys, even our own World Series. Great times man....Great times. I've taken the year off to rehab my shoulder then it's back behind the dish for me.
Thanks for asking Hoff.