Sweeping Off the Plate - by Jim Smith (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Jim Smith spent forty years on ballfields and courts all over the Mid-Atlantic. He called blocks and charges, balls and strikes, assigned hundreds of officials, and enhanced the stature of sports officiating wherever he worked. Here he shares his decades of blessings and bruises in a humorous, fast-paced record of his umpiring life.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>"This is a 'PERFECT GAME' for the reader." <strong>--Lee Thomas, Former Major Leaguer and All Star, now Special Assistant to the General Manager of the Baltimore Orioles </strong></p><p><br /> <strong>Jim Smith spent forty years on ballfields and courts all over the Mid-Atlantic.</strong> He called blocks and charges, balls and strikes, assigned hundreds of officials, and enhanced the stature of sports officiating wherever he worked. Here he shares his decades of blessings and bruises, both real and metaphoric, in a humorous, fast-paced record of his umpiring life. For those on the periphery of baseball and for those with plenty of dust on their own cleats, these stories will make readers laugh and rethink the umpire's role. Smith offers an inside look at the colorful characters that coach, umpire, and criticize in the world of baseball. Just sweep off the plate and find what's beneath.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>"This is a 'PERFECT GAME' for the reader." <strong>--Lee Thomas, Former Major Leaguer and All Star, now Special Assistant to the General Manager of the Baltimore Orioles </strong></p><p> </p><p>"I highly recommend this book as a fun read with good insights on the great game of baseball. This is one call Jim got right." <strong>--Gary Lavelle, San Francisco Giants All Star and "All Time Appearance Leader" Toronto Blue Jays, Head Coach at Bryant Stratton College</strong></p><p> </p><p>"Great and enjoyable read for anyone that likes to laugh and likes a good baseball story. Grab a copy and enjoy." <strong>--Andy Wissinger, Assistant Coach Christopher Newport University</strong></p><p> </p><p>"If you love the game, you're going to thoroughly enjoy Jim's take on the quirky people, places and events he's encountered over the years on the other side of the plate. Good read, folks. Good call, Jim." <strong>--Coach Norbie Wilson, Bryant & Stratton College Bobcats, Virginia Beach, Virginia </strong></p><p> </p><p>"In this book you will get to know Jim, not only as a player, umpire and assigner, you will get to know the person that is respected and admired by so many involved in baseball. A great read." <strong>--Randy Mobley, President of the International League</strong></p><p> </p><p>"With Jim, it's never been just about balls and strikes or safes and outs. As an umpire and assignor, he always knew how to connect with the people in the game, and I think you'll find that personal touch true in this array of amazing stories. You'll enjoy the read!" <strong>--Pete Michaud, Norfolk Tides Broadcaster</strong></p><p> </p><p>"Jim's memories demonstrate that he has a knack for reaching people and bringing out their best." <strong>--Ken Young, Owner of Norfolk Tides</strong></p><p> </p><p>"I know your readers will enjoy <em>Sweeping Off the Plate</em> as it captures the essence of what one dedicated umpire and leader can do to positively impact the game and those who both play and officiate it." <strong>--Larry Reveal, Minor League Baseball, Umpire Evaluator/Instructor, MiLB's Umpire Academy Curriculum Coordinator </strong></p><br>
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