Jul 17, 2018 | Diamond Devotions
He was always angry. It burned inside of him. Although he seemed to enjoy it, the rage tormented him. He played angry, coached, angry, parented angry. And he felt like everyone owed him something. No one wanted to be around him. Deep down, he wanted something to...
Jan 19, 2018 | Diamond Devotions
Baseball players and managers are notorious for their tempers. It’s always somewhat entertaining to watch the old videos of players taking out frustrations on dugout coolers, phones, and bat racks. Likewise, manager/umpire arguments throughout history have created...
Aug 14, 2017 | Diamond Devotions
July 4, 1995. Madison, Indiana. It was hot and I didn’t really want to be there. I think it was the only time I didn’t really want to play baseball. It was the day I did one of the most foolish things I’ve ever done on a baseball field. After warming...
Feb 19, 2016 | Diamond Devotions
There’s nothing more entertaining than a first year coach. Determined to make his mark and assert his authority, he treats everything like it’s a big deal. He’s not going to let anyone get away with anything. I was once that guy (and still am...
May 15, 2013 | Diamond Devotions
There is something magical about scoreboards. Scoreboards turn ordinary men and women in to raging animals out for a kill. The true character of such men and women is revealed when the scoreboard is turned on. Something deep within bubbles to the surface....
