While spending the summer with his extended family in New Jersey, Derek finds a team he can play baseball with and earns money to take his best friend to a Yankees game.
"Young Derek bites off more than he can chew when he decides to enter the school talent show and try out for the basketball team"--Provided by publisher.
"Derek's season is not off to a good start, with his good friends on a different team and his father unable to coach, and having a girl on his team only complicates things more"--Provided by publisher.
New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter tells about his life and his very early desire to play for the Yankees, and shares his ten-step plan for success. Includes profiles of Jeter by friends and colleagues.
Examines the life and career of baseball star Derek Jeters, discussing his upbringing, success in the American League, leadership abilities, and charity work.
Examines the life and career of baseball star Derek Jeters, discussing his upbringing, success in the American League, leadership abilities, and charity work.
"Learn about Derek Jeter and how he knew when he was a child that he wanted to be where he is today. In this sports biography, follow Derek as he goes from becoming a great high school baseball player to an All-Star starting shortstop for the New York Yankees"--Provided by publisher.
