Jim Morris
Disney’s real-life Rookie, Former MLB Pitcher, Best-Selling Author, Consultant, Educator and Coach
Jim Morris
Disney’s real-life Rookie, Former MLB Pitcher, Best-Selling Author, Consultant, Educator and Coach
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About Jim Morris
Jim Morris was a high school science teacher and coach in west Texas who miraculously made it the Major Leagues at the age of 35. His life story made cinematic history with the heartwarming and unforgettable Disney movie, The Rookie, starring Dennis Quaid. Jim pitched two seasons for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays reaching speeds up to 102mph and chose to retire to raise his children. Since 2000, Jim has been a highly sought-after motivational speaker traveling the world inspiring audiences to follow ...
Your story and experience was compelling and an inspiration to our guests. We also appreciate you keeping your commitment to speak to our group even after an invitation to meet with President George W. Bush.
BIOCOM/ San Diego
Everyone loved hearing his story, and enjoyed getting to know him. He received a standing ovation!
Key Bank USA
With it being three weeks plus since our event, I have yet to hear of one negative comment from any of the 700 plus guests in attendance. I was amazed with the variety of people that were sitting on the edge of their seats awaiting his next remarks.
Bishop Manogue Catholic High School
Everyone was amazed with his story, ability to communicate, and the way he stayed around a good hour afterward signing autographs and visiting with the guests. He even had banquet workers telling him afterward how much they enjoyed hearing his story.
Doug Cain, Director of Development - Portland Christian Schools, Portland, OR
Florida FBLA-PBL has never had someone speak to a group of middle and high school students and keep their attention as Jim did at our State Leadership Conference in Orlando.
FRBLA-PBL
Jim did a great job! Everyone really enjoyed his keynote address. His interaction with everyone was outstanding!
St. Peter's School
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