{"product_id":"9781499009620","title":"On Green Diamonds: Pursuing a Dream","description":"\u003cp\u003eLife is about experiencing the thrill of victories and the agony of defeats, which is something Gabe \"Fireball\" Nelson understood well. A professional baseball pitcher\/ coach in Atlanta for twenty-three years, he grew weary of being in the spotlight and facing constant media attention. Gabe retired from baseball and sought a life of anonymity. He wanted to live in an area where he wouldn't be easily recognized, and the little town of Jackson, South Carolina appeared to be the perfect choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile Gabe and his wife were adjusting to their new life, Tyler Watkins was facing hurdles of his own. At age six, Tyler's father passed away, and he withdrew into a shell. Two years later, things hadn't improved, and his mother was concerned about his emotional development. She decided to move to Jackson and hoped the change would help end Tyler's grieving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter meeting Tyler, Gabe felt he possessed something that might help his young friend — a passion for baseball. While mentoring Tyler in baseball and life, Gabe realized he had been missing something he loved dearly — interacting with the fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat follows is a heartwarming story about a growing relationship, as Gabe's passion becomes Tyler's, and a dream of playing on green diamonds is born. This enlightening sports story is appropriate for all ages and genders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Xlibris US","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47142993821936,"sku":"9781499009620","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781499009620_p0.jpg?v=1763706272","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781499009620","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}