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James Hughes is a retired detective from the Merrimack
Police Department (New Hampshire). He also participates in his local youth baseball league, both as a board
member and coach. He teamed up with his son, Nick Hughes, a then eleventh grader in New Hampshire. In addition
to playing for the high school team, Nick played for the New Hampshire Grizzlies AAU baseball team during the 2002 season
and represented the United States as a sports ambassador in Australia during the 2003 "People to People" games".
The father and son team co-authored Hey Dad, Wanna Play Catch? and Hey Dad, Wanna Pitch
to Me?.
According to the book description of, Hey
Dad, Wanna Pitch to Me? “For their second book, father and son have teamed up again to share their baseball
knowledge with kids of all ages. Five easy-to-read chapters offer hitting tips that every youngster should know and learn
to become a better hitter. Included in each chapter are photos and words of encouragement from 36 former major league baseball
players, who have a genuine interest in today's young baseball players.”
One reader of Hey Dad,
Wanna Play Catch? said, “Old Time baseball players give advice to kids. Most of these guys played in the
30's, 40's, and 50's. It's interesting to read about them and what they have to say. Book includes simple
baseball tips (non-technical), and illustrated by kids.”
Another reader of Hey Dad,
Wanna Play Catch? said, “I picked up the book, at a local Borders Books and Music store, and found it
to be a great gift for kids who like baseball.”
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