I certainly didn't think of myself as gifted. The standards for being gifted in my environment were if you were good in Little League or if you were good in football.

My dad was my Little League coach and my Cub Master.

I ran track for my school. I played football, but I didn't play for my high school; I played for a little league team.

Kids should practice autographing baseballs. This is a skill that's often overlooked in Little League.

Little League baseball is a very good thing because it keeps the parents off the streets.

I certainly didn't want to go down there again. I think I belong in this league, and I think I can help this team win. Hopefully, I can prove it even more in the second half.