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As with a lot of sports, no formal education is required to become a baseball
player. It comes down to a mixture of natural talent, perseverance and a love
of the sport.
"The best way to get started is to join your local league and have fun
playing the game," says Adam Morissette, media relations coordinator of a
baseball organization.
"It's also important to have a love and passion for the game, and to practice
the skills necessary to become a better baseball player."
Experience counts and a good way to start is by playing at school, with
local recreational teams or with Little League teams. Baseball camps are also
a good way to learn skills and connect with other like-minded people, which
is always a good way to push yourself even further.
"Most players get started in baseball as young players. Hasn't nearly every
young boy played in Little League?" notes Robin Tolhurst. Tolhurst is operations
manager of a baseball camp. "Speed and athletic ability are probably the greatest
assets to becoming a ball player."
It's a good idea to start playing when you're young. Lots of professional
baseball players are drafted for the big leagues right out of high school
or college.
But don't let the love of ball get in the way of your education, as most
schools require you to keep up good grades to stay on the team.