Mr. November for the NY Yankees: Derek Jeter

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Derek Jeter is an MLB shortstop for the New York Yankees. Many struggle in that position; an already tough fielding position for a legendary sports team in a legendary city. Derek Sanderson Jeter, however, does not struggle. Jeter has more hits, games played, stolen bases, and at bats than anyone who has ever played for the New York Yankees. Jeter’s heroic image makes him liked by even rivals. Derek Jeter is the best shortstop of all-time because of his playoff experience, clutch attribute, and playmaking ability.
Derek Jeter’s young years were helped by his parents. When Derek was 5 years old, Derek moved to Kalamazoo, Michigan with his parents. His Dad was a counselor for drugs/alcohol, while his mom is an accountant. Derek and his sister were big baseball fans as kids. In 8th grade, Jeter predicted he would be in a New York Yankees uniform by age 18. Derek’s had already built his legendary confidence in the young years of grade school. Jeter attended St. Augustine Cathedral School in Kalamazoo. “He was one of those kids you just never forget,” recalled his teacher Shirley Garzelloni, “and I would say that even if he wasn’t still playing baseball.” Jeter’s character was built up well even at a young age.
Jeter received lots of recognition during his high school years at Kalamazoo Central. Jeter was heavily recruited by Yankees scout Hal Newhouser. After Jeter’s senior season, he received many awards. Among those awards was the 1992 High School Player of the Year for Gatorade, USA today, and the American Baseball Coaches Association. Jeter built up his great confidence through his parents help. Every school year, Derek’s parents would make him sign a contract on the dos and don’ts of Derek’s daily behavior. His parents always tol...

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