Praise For #Uncommitted
What coaches & athletes are saying
As a former college baseball head coach and as a parent of two collegiate athletes, #Uncommitted is a must read for every parent, player, and coach. I was fortunate enough to recruit Joey, coach him, and also coach with him. There is no one with more passion for the game than him.
Ed Sprague Jr.
A's
In my 30 years of coaching high school baseball, I have seen several versions of the main characters in "#Uncommitted". As I read the book, I was able to picture former players and parents who reminded me of Ronnie, TJ, Noah and their parents. This story will help parents realize how best to support their children and how best to help them realize their dreams. Student athletes will hear the truth about the modern day recruiting process, the dedication required, and all of the things that coaches consider before signing a player to join their program.
Gary Remiker
Cathedral Catholic High School
Recruiting can certainly be stressful if you let it be. Having someone you trust to guide you can definitely help simplify things. I like that it is played out in a story, as it allows the reader to see the process as a real life situation and to learn what to do and what not to do.
Matt Kosderka
Lewis & Clark College
This book will make you smile, laugh, and think. I could actually see these stories play out in my head while reading the book because they are so realistic. Joey is a baseball guy through and through and he knows how to effectively paint these pictures of right and wrong from page one on. Many of these notes throughout the book will make the recruiting process easier for you. How to talk to coaches, how to effectively handle your social media, what is it like to put in additional work to be the best version of yourself. These are all showcased in the story.
John Savage
UCLA
#Uncommitted is a fun story describing some important aspects of the recruiting process. It shows how academics, athletics, and coaching are equally important factors in the college decision process.
Adam Schlenoff
Johns Hopkins University
#UNCOMMITTED offers an insightful, realistic, and light-hearted look into the world of college recruitment. For the aspiring athlete, as well as the hopeful family behind them, the vivid pictures of struggle, dreams, and triumphs of young players striving to earn the coveted scholarship are well worth the time and read. As a former collegiate and pro athlete myself, I have always appreciated when others like me, come back and use their knowledge and expertise to serve the younger and next generations. Joey's approach is rooted in sincerity and his desire to provide the best opportunities for his clients is clear from the start.
Danielle Martin
True Mindsets
#Uncommitted is a sincere, honest, creative means to educating recruits and their parents on the many challenges of college recruitment. Joey's experience as a high-level player and coach give him the credibility necessary to capture the truth.
Dave Brust
Monroe Community College
The Story
Navigate the Complex World of College Baseball Recruiting
In this insightful story, you'll meet three childhood friends who are also baseball players. Now high school players, they have similar dreams, but they take vastly different paths toward attaining them.
Without much motivation or any sense of a plan, Noah doesn't hire a consultant. His parents aren't very involved in his baseball career and don't offer guidance or support.
Ronnie has a dad who is quite involved in his future, to the point that he is dictatorial. Caught up in promises, he spends a lot of money sending his son to events and hiring an advisor who is big on promises, but short on action.
TJ, a talented player, knows he's going to have to work to make his dream come true. With the support of his father, Terry, who coaches the Integrity Game, TJ is selective when choosing a consultant who will help him find the best opportunities for success.
Like in the game of baseball, there will be winners and there will be losers. Learn the principles that can be applied on the field and off the field in this compelling story about baseball, integrity, and finding your path.
The Authors
Meet the Authors
Bringing decades of combined experience in baseball recruitment and personal development
