Derek Jeter has become the most talked about athlete, over the past 20 year, dating back to when the Yankees drafted him in the sixth round of 1992 Major League Baseball draft. Derek was named the 11th captain of the New York Yankees at the start of the 2003 season. During his career Derek has tied records and broke records with being with the same team for his entire career. When fans go to watch the Yankees play, in the Bronx, they go to see one person and that happens to be Derek Jeter. Kids growing up look up to him as a role model and an icon all around baseball and other sports as well. Derek Jeter started from the bottom and has climbed himself up to the top; this is why he will go down as one of the best Yankee players in history and …show more content…
And with that hit it was one of many more to come in his long 20 year career. Ever since Derek was a minor he always thought about playing for the Yankees because that is all he ever wanted. In his third grade art class Derek painted a picture of himself wearing a pinstripe uniform that his art teacher kept for future references and then later gave back to Derek his final season with the Yanks. To continue, Lou Gehrig has been the Yankees all time hits leader until September 11th 2009 when Derek up to the plate. He hit a base hit, under the diving glove of the first baseman, against the Baltimore Orioles. Jeter was always about hard work and how it pays off in the end, and knowing the Captain he was all about winning "The whole experience has been overwhelming," Jeter said. "This is more than I could 've imagined" (Kepner, Tyler). When breaking the all time Yankee hit record he got a standing ovation from the crowd, hugs from his teammates and claps to go with that as he stood alone on first
In 1983, at the age of twenty-three, Cal lead the Orioles to a World Series victory. He always seemed the favorite every group would vote for as player of the year. There were two reasons. First was his outstanding performance on the field. Second was the way Cal handled himself off the field. He loves being a role model for children, so he tries to be the best person he can in order to set a good example.
He spent his whole professional career with the Brooklyn Dodgers from 1947-1956. He put up crazy numbers during his career which led to 6 all-star team selections, a World Series championship, Rookie of the Year, NL MVP, 2 time stolen base leader and a league batting champion. Jackie wore number 42, which was later retired by the MLB. He was later inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1962. Jackie Robinson should not only be recognized for his on-field accomplishments, but for what it took for him to get there as well. Throughout all of the racism in America and baseball, he endured it and pushed through it to set himself up for ultimate success. He endured the hardships of being the only African-American in the league at the time and taking all the hate from the racists, while still putting up remarkable numbers. Even as a white man during the time of integration in baseball you could have nothing but respect for Jackie Robinson. Especially if you were a Dodgers fan, considering he did accomplish many things not even the best white baseball players were
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can hit and field like no one else. He is an amazing player and great hitter. He has a great
Jackie Robinson changed the way baseball is looked at by Americans. Also, he broke a huge barrier in American History. Robinson helped get rid of segregation. He also, is down as one on of the most respected men in baseball history. Not only a wonderful ball player, but also a wonderful man who went through so much and helped create a path for current and future African American baseball players.
Did you know that when Mickey Mantle was growing up he hated the New York Yankees. Yes that is right, even though Mickey Mantle spent his whole career playing for the Yankees he didn't like them; when he was younger he liked the Cardinals. Mickey Mantle's early life was hard his family was poor and he was constantly getting injured playing football. Mickey Mantle's career was very successful but it didn't come without hard work. He spent many late nights with his dad learning how to play baseball. Mickey had many accomplishments in his 18 year career but one of his greatest accomplishment was his wife and four sons. Through hard work and determination Mickey Mantle became a great man and a great baseball player
Since then he has led his team to five world series titles and become the team captain. He is known for his good looks and quiet confidence. He is still playing shortstop for the Yankee’s today and never stops improving. More world series titles are seen in his future.
While many questions in baseball can be argued over and over without result, the question of who is the greatest Yankee is a simple one. Babe Ruth is undeniably the greatest Yankee of all time. Beyond simple being a great Yankee Rader refers to Ruth as being a “pivotal figure in establishing the greatest dynasty in baseball history, that of the New York Yankees”. Babe Ruth forever changed the game; his hitting ability inspired not just baseball players but also the nation. Beyond the numbers, we can gauge Ruth’s greatness through looking at the longevity of his fame. Even today Babe Ruth is a household name and more recognizable then any other historic baseball player. As Ruth acquired his slugging average of .847, he was able to personify the American dream.
rotten start” in life; he spent his childhood days on the streets and piers of
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Cam Newton is a star on the field, but the work he does with children is what makes him a role model and star off the field. Newton is a charismatic person who truly cares for others and looks to have a positive impact on others. Newton plays football for the Carolina Panthers, and uses his popularity, success, and wealth to inspire children through his Cam Newton Foundation and other events. The mission of the Cam Newton Foundation is to ensure that children's socioeconomic, educational, physical, and emotional needs are enhanced. Newton’s success on the field has enabled him to use his high profile to give back to the community.
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This record stood until 1961 when Roger Maris hit 61 home runs. He might have been the best baseball player who ever played the game. He led the Yankees to seven World Series and made two million dollars in his career. Jack "the Manassa Mauler" Dempsey was one of the best heavyweight boxers of all time. He was a heavyweight champion and fought and won against Georges Carpentier.
Some would even argue that Jeter was the greatest leader in the history of the game of baseball. Derek was even given the nickname “The Captain” which suited him very well. He guided the New York Yankee vessel for almost 20 years, and led them to five World Series championships. Ever since the day that he was drafted by the organization, players chose to follow him. Jeter’s ex-teammate and former coach, Joe Girardi, said, “(His leadership) is by example, and one-on-one; he’s going to take players aside and talk to them, and the way he plays the game, people will follow” (DiPietro). According to Girardi, Jeter led in more than one way. Girardi believed that people would follow Jeter, but he also believed that Jeter would pull people aside and confront them, when necessary. According to Joe Torre, another one of Jeter’s ex-managers, Jeter came onto the scene and began leading almost immediately (DiPietro). It is very unusual for a player to be a leader at such a young age, but Jeter did it and did it well. There was a distinct moment in time when Joe Torre knew that Jeter was going to be leader for a long, long time to come. That moment came during the 1996 season, which was Jeter’s rookie
When people ask what my favorite sport is, I quickly reply soccer. I never really gave much thought to who my favorite soccer player is until I saw Lionel Messi for the first time. I saw him play for Argentina and he showed me how great soccer really is. He has a great style of both teamwork and individual skill. The ability he has to keep control of the ball is what made me interested in soccer. Without him, who knows if I would even begin to enjoy soccer. He shows both individual skill and the importance of teamwork. He does not only score a ton of goals, but also gives many assists. Lionel Messi, in my opinion, is one of the greatest soccer players in history. Lionel Messi is most definitely one of my role models. Messi doesn’t only teach me how to improve on individual skill but also can show me the importance of not showing off. The soccer skill that this man has is unbelievable. Lionel Messi is a great role model.