PLAYGROUND SUPERVISORS Arthur Dietz (1874–?) led a life one might think was fictional. This article presents those little known but important men, who helped to launch so many players from the sandlots of Los Angeles to baseball stardom. Many major-league stars credit their success to a coach who in their youth helped refine their natural skills. A strong work ethic, the opportunity to play regularly, good health, luck, and the proper development of skills are vital to reaching the Show. So many gifted athletes-but it takes more than raw talent to achieve big-league success. Walter Johnson, Jackie Robinson, Bob Lemon, Duke Snider, Don Drysdale, George Brett, Tony Gwynn, and Ozzie Smith all began their careers on the sandlots and high school diamonds of the greater Los Angeles area. Southern California has long been fertile ground for major-league talent. By Rick Obrand This article was published in the.
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