tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70517169901816692542024-03-07T22:14:28.739-08:00My views on BaseballViews on baseball from the perspective of a Sports Leadership graduate student who also coaches baseballJamie Olsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01427603848316969290noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7051716990181669254.post-11498033731267046832010-10-03T07:45:00.000-07:002010-10-03T07:48:11.846-07:00Mike Lowell - a man that played the game the right wayOctober 2, 2010 brought appreciation for Mike Lowell’s career in baseball and for his time with the Boston Red Sox organization. It can and has been said by some media that Lowell was never really wanted by the team. But on this Saturday afternoon none of this mattered. Today was a day to celebrate his success on and off the field and the memories in which he provided Red Sox fans for the past five seasons. <br /><br />The 2007 season, saw Lowell go on to hit for a .324 average, 21 homeruns, 120 RBIs in addition to playing tremendous defense at the hot corner before being named MVP of the 2007 World Series during the Red Sox World Series triumph. <br /><br />In career, Lowell went on to hit for a .278 average, 223 homeruns and 952 RBIs over the parts of 13 seasons. His career with the Red Sox came full circle yesterday, during “Thanks Mike” Day at Fenway. With Lowell retiring at season’s end he was able to finish his career against the New York Yankees, the team that provided Lowell with his first taste of the big leagues back in 1998. <br /><br />While the gestures in story articles and press releases will read that Lowell was presented with gifts such as Stone Crabs (from the Florida Marlins), the 3rd base bag and a $100,000 check toward his foundation (from the Red Sox) the history books will show that on October 2 Mike Lowell finished his big league career going 2/2, with a walk, a run scored and 2 RBIs during yesterdays 6-5 loss to the New York Yankees. More importantly, yesterday provided members of Red Sox Nation a final look at the man who played the game it was meant to be played. In quoting Ian Browne’s piece of MLB.com Tim Wakefield’s description of Lowell, "He epitomizes professionalism and sets a standard for being a team leader, not only vocally, but through example, and how he prepared himself, and how he played." This is exactly how Mike Lowell would like to be remembered and this exactly how Red Sox Nation will remember you Mike. I’m just honored that yesterday I was able to witness it all!Jamie Olsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01427603848316969290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7051716990181669254.post-56320744929391184712010-02-17T18:40:00.000-08:002010-02-17T18:49:27.936-08:00Career FairI am flying home tomorrow to get out of Indianapolis for a little bit and it honestly couldn't have come at a better time or with better planning. Saturday, I will be attending Career Fair held by the Lowell Devels - a hockey team in the AHL. The career fair is going to be held at the Tsongas Arean and I'll be able to see the Lowell Devils take on the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins that night.<br /><br />Representatives that are going to be at the career fair are:<br /><br />*New England Patriots<br />*New England Revolution<br />*Boston Bruins<br />*Lowell Spinners<br />*Worcester Tornados<br />*U.S. Army<br />*Air Force<br />*Boston Blazers<br />*Boston Breakers<br />*NESN<br />*WEEI<br />*CBS Radio<br />*1510 The Zone<br />*Boston Cannons<br /><br />I've previously worked at Gillette Stadium in college and have also recently applied for positions with both NESN & WEEI. I am looking forward to the networking opportunities that present themselves this weekend!Jamie Olsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01427603848316969290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7051716990181669254.post-77867118404380674482010-02-13T21:15:00.000-08:002010-02-13T21:34:55.797-08:00Bill James PredictionsI was reviewing the predictions Bill James made on the Red Sox for the 2010 season. Overall, they offensively they seem pretty accurate. Obviously as a Red Sox fan I hope to see a bump up in production, especially from what he see in the 3 & 4 holes of the lineup. <br /><br />On the pitching front, I think he is basically dead on in his predictions other then with John Lester. I see Lester having a much better season than his prediction from James. I also wouldn't worry to much about his win predictions as so many factors go into the a starting pitcher getting a victory.<br /><br />Here are the predictions Bill James had made for the Red Sox in 2010:<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Starting Lineup: (BA-HR-RBI/OPS)</span><br /><br />1. Ellsbury .302-09- 62/.780<br />2. Pedroia .307-15-75/.843<br />3. Martinez .298-19-97/.841<br />4. Youk .289-23-95/.885<br />5. Ortiz .264-29-99/.887<br />6. Drew .269-22-76/.859<br />7. Cameron .237-23-74/.756<br />8. Beltre .269-17-68/.760<br />9. Scutaro .264-10-57/.728<br /><br />*Predictions are from before transactions took place for new players<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Rotation: (W-L, ERA, K's)</span><br /><br />1. Beckett 15-9/3.62/206<br />2. Lester 13-10/3.84/184<br />3. Lackey 13-10/3.81/166<br />4. Matsuzaka 12-10/4.02/184<br />5. Bucholz 10-8 /3.91/155<br />6. Wakefield 6-5 /4.03/62Jamie Olsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01427603848316969290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7051716990181669254.post-33212075912486029152010-02-13T18:37:00.001-08:002010-02-13T18:49:41.872-08:00Networking through TwitterWhen I first out about twitter I was completely against it! Needless to say that has changed and changed quickly especially for individuals who are sports enthusiasts and people like myself who aspire to work in baseball. <br /><br />Twitter has allowed for networking to happen almost instantly. Now some of those conversations are just through a 140 words, but some have developed to emails, to reviewing numerous blogs and websites to phone calls with others who are just as passionate about baseball as I am.<br /><br />Because of this, I just wanted to share a thank you to those I've talked to in some length, be it twitter, email, phone, etc. I admire your passion for baseball and together we can all make our specific dreams a reality.<br /><br />THANK YOU TO:<br /><br />*SABR<br />*Sports Management Worldwide<br />*Maury Brown of Biz in Baseball<br />*Adam Foster - Project Prospects<br />*Nate Birtwell - Advocare & NC State Baseball<br />*Frankie Piliere - Former Texas Ranger Scout & MLB Fanhouse<br />*Pentagon Sports Management<br />*Pro Star Management<br />*Will Carroll - Baseball ProspectusJamie Olsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01427603848316969290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7051716990181669254.post-51623295702918611542010-02-13T14:48:00.000-08:002010-02-13T16:59:56.081-08:00Opportunities I've had in baseball, sports, athletics, fitnessMy dream, my passion is to work in athletics. More specifically, I want to in baseball. I have taken a number of steps in order to make that dream a reality. Below are steps I have taken up to date:<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Education:</span><br />*Bachelor's degree in Sports Management from Johnson & Wales University<br />*Master's degree in Sports Leadership from Northeastern University (March 2010)<br />*Certificate in Baseball GM & Scouting from Sports Management Worldwide<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Volunteer Opportunities:</span><br />*Women's Professional Football League (New England Storm)<br />*Rhode Island Kid's First Food & Fitness Expo<br />*Internship with the YMCA - Winter/Spring 2004<br />*Annual Road Race - Jewish Community Center<br />*Annual Golf Outing - Jewish Community Center<br />*Assisted Sam Horn with Baseball Camp in conjunction with Jewish Community Center<br />*Assistant Baseball Coach Brebeuf Jesuit Prep - Spring 2009<br />*Assistant Baseball Coach Lafayette White Sox - Summer 2009<br />*Biz of Baseball - October 2009<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Employment Opportunities:</span><br />*Johnson & Wales University - Student Assistant Manager at university fitness center; September 2000-May 2004<br />*Gillette Stadium (New England Patriots) - Information Staff<br />*Dunkin Donuts Center - Security<br />*Pawtucket Red Sox<br />*YMCA - Fitness Center/Membership; 2005-2006<br />*Health & Physical Education Manager at Jewish Community Center of Rhode Island; March 2006 - June 2007<br />*Assistant Baseball Coach - Brebuef Jesuit Prep<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Professional Networking Opportunities:</span><br />*2009 Sports Management Worldwide Career Conference at NFL Combine<br />*2009 Sports Management Worldwide Career Conference at Baseball Winter Meetings<br />*2009 Baseball Winter Meetings<br />*2009 Indiana Baseball Coaches Clinic of Champions<br />*2009 Butler University Hot Stove Baseball Coaches Clinic<br />*2010 Indiana High School Baseball Coaches State Clinic<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Professional Associations:</span><br />*International Association of Assembly Managers (IAAM) - Student Member in college<br />*Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education (NASPA)<br />*Association of Fraternity Advisors (AFA)<br />*Indiana High School Baseball Coaches Association (IHSBCA)<br />*Society of American Baseball Research (SABR)Jamie Olsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01427603848316969290noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7051716990181669254.post-57821801928344390972009-12-15T07:16:00.000-08:002009-12-15T07:36:08.612-08:00Red Sox - Pitching DepthWhile the offseason didn't start the way many in Red Sox Nation would have liked to see things have begun to pick up over the past couple of days as the Red Sox have argueably the best Starting Pitch depth in Major League Baseball.<br /><br />Their pitching depth as it currently stands:<br /><br />1. Josh Beckett<br />2. John Lester<br />3. John Lackey<br />4. Daisuke Matsuzaka<br />5. Clay Bucholz<br />6. Tim Wakefield<br /><br />Additional depth can be considering in terms of FA acquisitions, and prospects:<br /><br />7. Michael Bowden<br />8. Junichi Tazawa<br />9. Boof Bonser<br />10. Adam Mills<br />11. Casey Kelly<br />12. Felix Doubront<br />13. Stolmy Pimentel<br />14. Brock Huntzinger<br />15. Stephen Fife<br /><br />Casey Kelly is considered their top prospect, while Bowden, Tazawa and Bonser all have MLB experience. Adam Mills should again be part of the AAA rotation in Pawtucket.<br /><br />The depth the Red Sox have built could allow them to continue to dangle Clay Bucholz in future trade discussions.Jamie Olsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01427603848316969290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7051716990181669254.post-86530015530802048022009-12-08T20:14:00.000-08:002009-12-08T20:16:39.831-08:00Baseball at Your Finger TipsI am 28 years old, born as a member of Red Sox Nation but have since transplanted to the Midwest. I am presently an Assistant High School Baseball Coach for Brebeuf Jesuit Prep in Indianapolis, IN and also serve as an Assistant Coach for the Lafayette White Sox, an 18u travel team out of Lafayette, IN.<br /><br />In the short time I have had the honor to serve as an Assistant Coach under some great baseball minds, I have seen 6 individuals since sign commitments to play D1 Baseball at (Ball State, Butler, Wright State, Xavier, Valparaiso) respectively. That has been a very humbling experience, and an experience that only provides me with greater energy to continue to pursue a career in professional baseball.<br />As the annual Baseball Winter Meetings are underway here in Indianapolis the first bit of exciting news was Rafael Soriano accepting arbitration from the Atlanta Braves in a move that came across as a surprise to many people. The move further enhances the backend of the Braves bullpen giving them 3 closers on the roster (after the free agent signings of Wagner & Saito). The activity of the winter meetings has since picked up including:<br /><br />• The BBWW awarded Bill Madden of the Daily News in New York with the Spink Award and he will be inducted in the writer’s wing at the Hall of Fame. <br /><br />• Chone Figgins signs with the Seattle Mariners; 4years @ $36 million<br /><br /><br />• 3 Team Trade between Arizona Diamondback, Detroit Tigers and New York Yankees<br />o New York Yankees acquire Curtis Granderson<br />o Arizona Diamondbacks acquire Edwin Jackson & Ian Kennedy<br />o Detroit Tigers acquire Max Scherzer, Austin Jackson, Phi Coke and Daniel Schlereth<br /><br />Yet the biggest news of the Winter Meetings has come from none other than Peter Gammons. Gammons will be leaving ESPN after the Winter Meetings and will be joining forces with both the MLB Network and NESN.<br /><br />The Monday of the Winter Meetings began with the annual job fair. To date more than 330 jobs have been posted at the Job Fair ranging from Internships, to entry level positions to the posting of a GM position in Australia. Monday also served as the day Sports Management World Wide held their Baseball Career Conference. The career conference offered networking opportunities and a discussion panel that included a wide array of top names involved in the baseball industry. <br /><br />The panel of speakers included:<br />• Ned Colletti - Los Angeles Dodgers General Manager<br />• Will Carroll – Baseball Prospectus<br />• Maury Brown – Biz of Baseball<br />• John Manual - Baseball America; Editor in Chief<br />• Jeff Idelson – President of National Baseball Hall of Fame<br />• Manny Colon – Florida Marlins; Manager of Player Development & International Scouting<br />• Chaim Bloom – Tampa Bay Rays; Assistant Director of Minor League Operations<br />• Ronnie Richardson – Atlanta Braves; Assistant Director of Player Development<br />• Jonathan Story – former scout<br />• Jerry Crasnick – ESPN<br />• Oscar Suarez – MLB Agent<br />• And many more<br /><br />The Winter Meetings will always remain as the center of the baseball universe, Dr. Lynn Lashbrook and his staff at Sports Management Worldwide put together a fabulous conference that provided job seekers and students ample networking opportunities.<br /><br />While the chance to speak with others aspiring to work in baseball is fun, the Winter Meetings has served as a tremendous opportunity. I was able to have a ½ hour discussion with Ari Kaplan of AriBall about baseball and the scouting involved in today’s game and also had the opportunity to meet with former New York Mets General Manager – Jim Duquette who is very excited about his opportunity to work with pitching guru Rick Peterson of 3P Sports.<br /><br />Two days are remain before the Winter Meetings conclude, the Job Fair and the Trade Show will conclude tomorrow at 5 pm but the place to be will continue to be the Marriott for more ground breaking news. With the cold, snowy and rainy weather here in Indianapolis we can be sure that many are already looking forward to the sunshine of Orlando come next December!Jamie Olsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01427603848316969290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7051716990181669254.post-77930337866601066862009-12-04T06:46:00.000-08:002009-12-04T06:50:36.457-08:00NCAA - Division 1 BaseballAs winter workouts have started this past week for the high school I am coaching at... I thought it was interesting to note that of last year's team that went 23-8 before losing in the State Semi Finals we had 2 players whom are now part of D1 programs at Butler & Wright State. <br /><br />I coached an individual this summer who is now playing baseball at Valpo and of the high school team this year we have had seniors committ to Ball State and Xavier thus far. <br /><br />It is exciting to not only see the success the program has had but inparticular seeing that success translate into scholarships for baseball has been very gratifying as a coach.Jamie Olsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01427603848316969290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7051716990181669254.post-33544926346242706332009-11-20T10:53:00.000-08:002009-11-20T11:03:13.540-08:00I am a free agent as wellThe start of free agency is here! Now many of us MLB fans will be tuning into coverage on ESPN, MLB Network, Sports Illustrated, Twitter, etc to here the latest rumors of where respective free agents will land. But this isn't the free agency period I am talking about.<br /><br />This post is about me! I am a free agent and I am actively looking for work during these winter months. With that, let me tell you some information about myself!<br /><br />*Orginally from Southeastern, Massachusetts<br /><br />*28 Years Old<br /><br />*Bachelor's in Sports Management from Johnson & Wales University in Providence, RI<br /><br />*Certificate in Baseball GM & Scouting from Sports Management Worldwide<br /><br />*Will be completing my Master's Degree in Sports Leadership from Northeastern University in Boston, MA this winter<br /><br />*Assistant Baseball Coach for Brebeuf Jesuit Prep in Indianapolis, IN. We have a great high school program and if you would like more information I would be more than happy to discuss with you. The team finished 23-8 last season before losing in the State Semi-Finals.<br /><br />*Also served as an Assistant Baseball Coach for the Lafayette White Sox this past summer, a summer travel team of high school players.<br /><br />*Previous Manager of a Fitness Center; both at the university level and in non profit<br /><br />*Recently volunteered with Maury Brown of Business of Sports Network (helping transcribe interviews)<br /><br />*I will be in attendance at the MLB Winter Meetings and the SMWW Baseball Conference come DecemberJamie Olsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01427603848316969290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7051716990181669254.post-21702019589712070312009-11-12T12:01:00.000-08:002009-11-12T12:09:05.236-08:00CoachingWhen talking about baseball I am still just like a little kid even though next week I will be turning 28. Last spring and summer, I had my first real opportunity to get into coaching. It has been an amazing experience and something I have always seen myself diong and will in all likelihood continue to do for the rest of my life.<br /><br />I am presently the Assistant Baseball Coach at Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School in Indianapolis. Last year, I served as a volunteer coach. It is great being part of school taking a great deal of pride in their baseball program. The varsity team last year went 23-8 before losing in the State Semi Finals. We had a number of seniors graduate and some who will be playing collegiate ball. This year, the team will be returning our entire junior class. Our Junior Class is made of our 14 individuals. Needless to say, I am excited about the opportunity to work with this great group of individuals again.<br /><br />This week, we had our annual Parent's Meeting and winter workouts will begin right after the Thanksgiving holiday. I am excited to be back!Jamie Olsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01427603848316969290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7051716990181669254.post-77151060094679368002009-11-09T13:48:00.000-08:002009-11-09T13:59:02.671-08:00Off Season ActivityAfter being eliminated in the 1st round of the playoffs to the Angels, the off-season for the Boston Red Sox has gotten off to a very busy start with a flurry of activity of the past several days. To recap:<br /><br />1. Traded for outfielder Jeremy Hermida (formerly of the Florida Marlins)<br />2. Declined option on SS Alex Gonzalez<br />3. Declined option on C Jason Varitek (TEK has a player option to come back)<br />4. Picked up option on C Victor Martinez<br />5. Resigned SP Tim Wakefield to a 2 year deal<br /><br />Hermida is a former 1st round pick who at the early stages of the off-season looks to have the inside track on the Red Sox 4th outfield slot.<br /><br />Gonzalez could resign but for smaller money then his $6 million option that was declined. <br /><br />Varitek has the next few days to decide whether or not to exercise his player option at $3 million. If he elects to come back it will most certainly be as the back up catcher, but he is still someone whom would be great to have around for the pitching staff. <br /><br />It will be a treat to see VMART hit all season with 1/2 his games at Fenway. <br /><br />Finally, Wakes was resigned to a 2 year deal. Wakefield is 11 wins shy of 200 for his career.Jamie Olsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01427603848316969290noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7051716990181669254.post-12137376249854636662009-11-05T11:31:00.001-08:002009-11-05T11:38:56.247-08:00Cheering myself up after a New York VictoryWell baseball season has now come to a close. Like all of New England and I am sure most of the country I am disgusted by the fact that the Yankees winning their 27th World Championship. I mean they spent $423 million just last off-season to acquire 3 players on the free agent market and began this year with a payroll of over $200 million again. Despite being a fan of a big market team (Red Sox) it still amazes me in seeing the money being tossed around in New York.<br /><br />In order to cheer at least myself up:<br /><br />The Patriots went into the bye week with a 5-2, as Tom Brady as started rounding back into top form. Take a peak at his number and one will notice they are right their with all the other premier QB's in the NFL.<br /><br />The Celtics have opended up the season with a 6-0 mark and the team has a great deal of depth to it this year. It is worth noting the depth of the current roster doesn't include that of "Big Baby" Davis who is out with an injury.<br /><br />The Bruins will at least be competitive but are off to a disaapointing start. <br /><br />We will have hockey at Fenway this winter!<br /><br />Boston College & Boston University Hockey are always amongst the premier D1 programs.<br /><br />The NCAA 1st & 2nd rounds are being held in Providence come March<br /><br />last but not least.....Pitchers & Catcher's now report in 105 daysJamie Olsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01427603848316969290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7051716990181669254.post-41059774209840209802009-11-05T11:28:00.000-08:002009-11-05T11:30:34.606-08:00Interesting MLB Statistic: <br /><br />12 teams (Yankees, Mets, Cubs, Red Sox, Tigers, Angels, Phillies, Astros, Dodgers, Marines, Braves, White Sox), all started 2009 season with payrolls greater than $96 million dollars<br /><br />2 of those top 3 teamns where in National League Markets (Mets & Cubs). Yet at the start of the season no team was within at least $65 million dollars of the Evil Empire.Jamie Olsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01427603848316969290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7051716990181669254.post-48016559606532681192009-11-03T07:25:00.000-08:002009-11-03T07:32:40.172-08:00RedemptionThe beauty in the game of baseball is that one always has another opportunity at redemption. After the Phillies held on to beat the Yankees last night and force a Game 6 back in New York, that is exactly what the theme of Wenesday's game should be - REDEMPTION. Pedro Martinez has been the best pitcher many of us will ever have seen in our lifetime during his absolute prime of his career. He had a great deal of success versus the Yankees early on while playing with the Red Sox and despite his solid performance in Game 2 of this year's World Series, the Phillies find themselves training 3-2. Game 6, faces Martinez versus Petitte. What would be sweater then a Pedro Martinez victory against steriod user Andy Petitte back in the Bronx?? <br /><br />You can be sure I will be one of many rooting for Pedro to beat the Evil Empire one last night and make this World Series a 7 game event. And if then happens, we can then continue with the theme of REDEMPTION as Cole Hammels would take to the mound for Game 7.Jamie Olsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01427603848316969290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7051716990181669254.post-7166835232073018222009-10-29T11:40:00.000-07:002009-10-29T11:47:38.603-07:00Odds & EndsI have been down here in Miami and Boca for work the past week but was able to schedule an off day and head up to Jupiter to see the World Wood Bat Association Championships. It is an impressive tournament!!! A player I coach at highschool for Brebeuf Jesuit Prep was playing with his summer team, so it was nice to have the opportunity to see a player I coach during the spring. Amazing tournament, tons of talent and if you ever get the opportunity please head to Jupiter to watch!!<br /><br />I am excited about all that is coming up the next couple of months! I have a coaches clinic to attend at Butler University next week, just submitted my resume to the Indianapolis Indians for a position they have opening up and I am planning on the attending the Winter Meetings in Indianapolis from December 6-9.<br /><br />And for those of you who didn't watch the baseball game last night, you missed a hell of a performance by Cliff Lee. The made the Yankees look foolish last night in his complete game victory and now to add a little bit of drama and flair to the World Series, Pedro Martinez gets the start in game #2 for the Phillies. As a diehard Red Sox fan, my heart is with Pedro and the Phils!!Jamie Olsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01427603848316969290noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7051716990181669254.post-88927429231229272982009-10-22T19:45:00.000-07:002009-10-22T19:48:20.163-07:00My work from a project blog in Grad School<a href="http://neugradstudent.blogspot.com/2008_10_01_archive.html"></a>Jamie Olsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01427603848316969290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7051716990181669254.post-34864890442659907082009-10-22T19:29:00.000-07:002009-10-22T19:35:11.707-07:00Almost done with Graduate WorkIt is exciting to see the end of the line. My graduate coursework is almost complete! This winter I have complete my Master's in Sports Leadership from Northeastern University's College of Professonial Studies. I am taking my last 2 courses right now and working on completing my graduate project.<br /><br />In addition to this, I am also in the process of applying and looking for jobs in collegiate and professional baseball. I feel comfortable with how my resume has come along over the past couple of months and have actively been looking towards that "next step".<br /><br />Even today, after some down time from work I was able to get together a few more emails and letters together. There are a couple of schools out there still looking for Graduate Assistants for baseball. Among them, Minot State and Valdosta State... <br /><br />We will see what happens.....<br /><br />This ALCS needs to end already. My Sox got swept by the Angels and then all of a sudden the Angels forgot they can play with the Yankees... What gives?? At least it will be execting to see Pedro pitch again for the Evil Empire.Jamie Olsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01427603848316969290noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7051716990181669254.post-5921625860564804162009-10-22T19:13:00.000-07:002009-10-22T19:22:53.596-07:00Why I am blogging about baseballMy personal goal and career path is to work in baseball. I grew up in Southeastern, Massachusetts and like any New Englander my blood bleeds Boston Red. I have grown up to rooting for the Boston Red Sox and anyone who knows me well or for that matter that has even had the opportunity to interact with me knows I live and die with each pitch in a Red Sox game.<br /><br />My Education:<br /><br />Bachelor's Degree - Sports Management - Johnson & Wales University (2004)<br />Certificate - Baseball GM & Scouting - Sports Management Worldwide (2009)<br />Master's Degree - Sports Leadership - Northeastern University (Winter 2010)<br /><br />I am currently coaching high schoool baseball in Indianpolis, IN. I serve as an Assistant Coach at Brebeuf Jesuit Prep. I am also an Assistant Coach for the Lafayette White Sox - a summer travel team.<br /><br />I hope you enjoy my thoughts, perspectives and opinions in hopes I am able to capture my dreams!Jamie Olsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01427603848316969290noreply@blogger.com0