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Originally posted by 08Dad:
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Originally posted by 06catcherdad:
I think this whole thread is a bit disgusting and am disappointed that it has been resurrected. I'm only going to have one comment on this thread and it is as follows:
From direct personal experience, I can assure everyone that Perfect Game finds ways to get deserving players opportunities that they cannot afford on their own. More than a few times, local kids (some of whom have played with me, but others not) have received opportunities through Perfect Game that their families could not afford to give them. I've personally seen them do this, amd been involved in some of the conversations that went into helping make it happen for some great kids, so I know for a fact that they do this.
Perfect Game is about so much more than money, despite what some of you think.
I couldn't agree more. My personal experience in dealing with PG and with Jerry has been such that I now hold the opinion that what the baseball world needs is more people like Jerry and more organizations like Perfect Game. First class all the way - and frankly far above needing to defend himself on a slimy thread like this one.
I don't know why this thread was brought back after nine months? There are a number of ways for our kids to get noticed, and everyone has a different opinion. I don't know Jerry personally, but I can tell you that I've sent him a PM a couple of times. He answered my questions immediately,even while he was busy in Georgia during the WWBA Championships. I know that he's done the same for several other members on this site! He truly cares about the game and trying to help kids get to the next level. Jerry has admitted numerous times that PG isn't right for everyone. My son participated in PG events, college camps, and other showcase events. The PG event/showcases were by far the best run showcases and tournaments my son played in. As for getting the best bang for your buck...get your son on a scout ball team in the fall. The costs are generally minimal, and there a number of college coaches and scouts that attend the games. Whether it's scout ball, Perfect Game, direct videos to colleges, or personal websites...if it works and helps you get to the next level, Jerry Ford would be happy for you! I don't think it's necessary for Jerry to continuously defend himself or PG...the majority of us respect him and appreciates everything he does to try and help our kids!
