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March 28, 2009

I just wanted to drop a note and thank you for offering such a great program (StartRight) to help with baseball.  Chase loves the baseball program and can't wait to play each week.  He is learning so much and has improved greatly using the techniques you use.  He talks about the alligator, goal post and squish the bug all the time. 

It's great how the coaches use fun, simple instructions to help engage the kids and teach them fundamentals of baseball.  All the coaches are always so encouraging.  Chase feels so proud when he leaves each week.  Ultimately, he has so much fun in the classes, but he is also learning to listen and follow coaches instruction, gaining confidence, and seeing how well he can do something with practice.  Our goal was to enroll him in the program so he would be better prepared for playing on a tball team.  We have enjoyed continuing with the program and watching his progress along the way.  We haven't found many opportunities for 3 and 4 year olds to get started in sports activities. 

This program is the BEST and all the coaches and staff are incredible and always make your "L’il D" ball player feel special. 

Thanks for all you do,

Angie Smith

November 12, 2008

Hi Jim,
Thomas signed with Arkansas State today. They promised immediate playing time and
made a good offer, so we bucked the advice of others to wait until Thomas
proved his health this Spring. Thomas liked ASU and Coach Raffo, so we went with it. 

The small amount of time that we spent with you guys was all the difference.  I will 
continue to promote and recommend your organization. 

Thanks,

Tom Lundborg

Jim,

I wanted to take this opportunity to let you know just how much Julie and I appreciate the 
work that you did in behalf of Scott.

Back in January, we believed that we had a son who could and who wanted to pitch at 
the next level but had no idea as to how to approach the possibility.  

Your program was a great help to my family.  First, you pointed out Scott's strengths 
and weaknesses and through the process, would not allow us to forget.  Second,
you became a person whom I relied upon to vent and to celebrate with.  Your being 
there was a big help to us.  If over the past nine months I said, "Jim Hood said", 
one time, I said it one thousand times.

Thanks for your help as Scott was able to gain a D1 opportunity for next year and 
yes, I will forever be grateful.

Sincerely,
Greg Lord

August, 2008

I wanted to write and express my thanks to you and the Gameday Prospects team for your invaluable assistance in helping my son Gardner reach his goal of D-1 baseball. His recent commitment to Samford is in large part the result of your active guidance, screening, suggestions, calls and willingness to help us, daily at times, with coaches, schools and finding the right fit. You gave us the strong sense that we were in a "team effort" to find the very best place for Gardner to continue his baseball career. That's what Gameday Prospects is about, we believe, and that's what you delivered for us. Gardner wanted to settle his college path prior to the start of this season, and, even with restricted rosters and new regulations, you helped him get that done.

Our being a part of Dulins Dodgers and the Gameday Prospects Preferred Athlete Program has been an ongoing, positive experience that has pointed Gardner to what we know is a great fit for him and our family in the Southern Conference at Samford. We are grateful for your help and recommend your program to anyone whose goal is to play collegiate or professional baseball.

Very best regards,
Clark Richey
President
Quail Ridge Engineering, Inc.

January 2008

JIM, TIM, & TERRI,

Jeanne and I just wanted to formally thank you for being such a big part of our son's success in baseball.  Will was 9 years old when he started taking opitching lessons at your facility.  We have found your instructors to be very professional and have helped him improve his skills greatly over the years.

Our experience with Dulin’s Dodgers and Gameday Prospects last summer was very positive and we greatly appreciate all the advice and direction you gave us as Will entered the recruiting process.  We would have certainly been completely lost without your valuable expertise and counsel.  Your guidance and involvement resulted in Will being able to achieve his dream of playing SEC, (U of Tenn), baseball!   We wholeheartedly recommend Gameday Prospects to any serious player who wants to play college baseball.  

Sincerely,

Bill Locante

We want to thank you for everything that Gameday has done for Greg in helping him to realize his dream to play college baseball.  Greg has been involved with the sports academy since he was 10.  The instruction, guidance and opportunities to play baseball at college and showcase settings through Gameday Sports Academy and the Dulin Dodgers provided him the ability to play at his best no matter who was in the stands.  You have been that credible baseball source that every player needs to set the stage for college camps and ultimately matched Greg with Austin Peay.  Greg has thoroughly enjoyed the experience thus far as he prepares for his first college baseball season.  We want to wish you the best in all of your endeavors and highly recommend Gameday Sports Academy to any player who wants to play at the college level.

Tom and Francie Bachman

April 24,2007

Dear Jim and Tim,

I want to thank you for all of your work on behalf of John Barry’s college search.   I appreciate your efforts more than I can say.  As a parent, I admit that I would  not have known where to begin to help JB realize his college baseball dreams.  It was beneficial to have you and Tim in our corner on many levels. I want to address three issues specifically.

First of all, having someone to “shoot you straight” in terms of realistic expectations was very important.  Someone that we both trusted and someone that knew his game, gave us enormous confidence.

Secondly, the videos that were sent out and the follow-up phone calls had so much more weight when coming from a 3^rd party “Baseball Guy” rather than just a “proud parent.”  I know that Tim always deflects the credit for getting anyone a scholarship-- and he’s right, the kids have to perform at a high level before anything at all will happen. However, I know that without his efforts and  your many phone calls, JB would not have had the opportunity to play Division I baseball at the college of HIS choice.

Finally, both you and Tim were so helpful as counselors to us when the various offers did roll in. You helped us consider all the different ingredients that constitute a “good fit” for JB and the respective college.  Things such as depth charts at position, coach’s strengths and style of play just to name a few.  Things that I would not necessarily have considered.

As I say, if JB had not performed well when he had his opportunity, nothing you could have done would have brought him a scholarship.  But you all did so much to get him the opportunity that I can say with confidence that the money that I spent to engage you on his behalf was some of the best money I have ever spent.

Thanks again!!
Barry

January, 2007

Dear Jim,

A heartfelt thanks to You, Tim, and the entire Gameday staff for the work you did on our son Zack's behalf last year. We came into the process "late in the game" of his senior year. You said just the right things in that first meeting when explaining the entire drill. You were very candid about his prospects of playing Div.1 baseball (his goal), which at that time weren't all that great. You laid it out and told him what he had to do. You told him it was possible, but it would require a lot of hard work. And in the end, the process was just what you said it would be. He did exactly what you recommended, and you followed through exactly as you said you would.

It could not have worked out any better for Zack. He may be the happiest 19-year-old on the planet to be an Ole Miss Rebel.  Of course, first semester was very stressful and like a roller coaster, but one thing we'll never forget: During the most difficult days, you were the person Zack turned to for guidance and support. That was priceless to us.  The contacts and rapport Gameday has with college coaches is quite remarkable. Your guidance and advice allowed our son to realize his dream of playing baseball at the college level.

Though Zack had the passion and the work ethic required, we realized the reality: that might not be enough to reach his goal.  Admittedly, we were skeptical at first. However, after experiencing the true passion you guys have for the game, combined with the skills to guide a player to the school that's best for him or her, we can without hesitation recommend your services to any family. We're convinced there is no better organization around that can accomplish what Gameday can: help players, with the desire and the will, to take it as far as they can. 

Warm regards,
Steve and Melinda Rutland

September 2006

Dear Jim and Tim:

We would like to thank you and the Gameday Prospect Staff for the services you provided to our son Hunter Dawson.  It is difficult to find words to describe what you have helped our son accomplish over the last two years.

Our son loves the game of baseball.  With the help of Dulin's organizations, he has had many opportunities to train, play, and improve his skills. With your advice during his junior year, we began to help him reach his goal of playing college ball.  The Gameday Prospect Staff gave Hunter great advice on handling college contacts, recruiting visits, and NCAA Clearinghouse requirements.  The academic expectations were emphasized.  Our son was prepared when the first question every coach asked was, "What your ACT score?".  The process of directing our son through the decision making process was impressive.

Today, our son is coming home for his first weekend visit from the largest university in the state of Tennessee after a great week of classes and baseball workouts.  He has successfully met all his Division I NCAA requirements and is eagerly beginning his college baseball career.  This would never have been possible without the opportunities provided by the showcases, exposure, and Kevin Booker, Joe Platt, and Joe Robinson.  Everyone was so helpful through the years, but Kevin, Joe, and Joe have impacted the life of our son far above the cost of your programs.  We will be eternally grateful to all of you.

The Dawson family wishes the best for all of you personally and the Gameday Organization.  We have had a great and will continue to remain...

Your Friends,
Robert and Georgia Dawson

"We have relied on Tim and the Gameday Prospects Staff for years to provide us with accurate insight on the best talent in the area." 

Ron Polk
Head Coach, Mississippi State University

 "With the great facilities, Gameday Prospects puts perspective talent through the drills that showcase a young players true talents."

Daron Schoenrock
Head Coach, University of Memphis

Jim and Tim,

Just a quick note to thank you for your assistance during the recruiting process of my son, Edward Easley.  The process was fun and exciting; however, at times very confusing and somewhat overwhelming and frustrating.  It was great to have the staff at Gameday Prospects available to personally guide us through the maze of college recruiting.  Edward and all the Easley Family are very pleased that Edward will be a Mississippi State Bulldog.  The exposure and advice provided was well worth the cost.

Mike Easley

Dear Jim,

I am writing to express my sincere thanks to you and Tim for all of your guidance and help in Will"s decision to sign with Austin Peay.  It has been a very interesting  (and sometimes frustrating) process trying to find the right "fit."  There were so many variables and options and as a parent I felt very anxious about giving my son sound counsel.  I appreciate all you did in coming alongside us in aiding Will's decision; one that we feel is perfect for him to accomplish all of his dreams.  Sheri & I are very pleased with the outcome of this process and excited for Will about his future in school and in baseball.  We appreciate the additional exposure Will gained through Gameday Prospects, and I would certainly recommend your organization and the advantages Gameday Prospects offers athletes.

Thank you again for all you & Tim have done and continue to do for Will!

Sincerely,

David C. Hogue

"I know that I can rely on accurate evaluation of players in the area by Tim and Gameday Prospects."

Rod Delmonico

Head Coach, University of Tennessee 

Jim,

Just wanted to let you know that my son, Mitchell Self, really enjoyed the Showcase Series Monday.  Some things that he has been taught were reinforced and he learned some things that he needs to know.  I want to thank you and your coaches for stressing discipline.  The participants were treated with respect and like boys, but the coaches did not cut them any slack when it comes to paying attention and doing what is expected, I liked that.  The facility is great and I look forward to bringing Mitchell back to another showcase.

Tim Self

President, Tom Jones Financial Services

Muscle Shoals, AL

Dear Tim and Jim,

The Dulins Companies are providing wonderful opportunities for the kids to get better and we appreciate your efforts!

Daron Schoenrock

Assistant Coach - (New Head Coach at U of Memphis)

Mississippi State Baseball 

Jim,

Let me say thanks to all the staff at Dulins for helping a 9 year old baseball player have a dream materialize into a reality.  As a 9 year old kid, my son Josh Bell, not unlike many young boys, had a dream of playing professional baseball.  His dream was a passion and his passion and determination led me to seek out the best instructions available.  Dulins Sports Academy was where we turned for help.  The staff helped Josh (and me) with the proper mechanics of pitching and hitting.

As the high school years came about, Josh, now an incoming freshman in high school, was asked to catch for his high school team.  Having never caught, we turned to Dulins to teach him the skills of catching.  The teaching paid off and Josh became the starting catcher for the Jackson Northside Indians.

Looking for more challenges and instructions, Josh turned to Dulins Dodgers summer team for exposure and instruction.  Again, Dulins delivered like no other organization could.   Dulins continued to teach Josh the skills of pitching, catching, fielding, and batting.

Utilizing the teachings of the staff at Dulins, combined with the exposure of the showcases @ Dulins and the Dodger summer team, Josh fielded many offers coming out of high school.  Josh was drafted in the 5th round by the St. Louis Cardinals as a catcher, and had to weigh this professional opportunity against offers to pitch and catch for a number of D1 colleges.  Josh had some very nice options.  Josh chose to continue his education and play baseball at Auburn Univeristy in the SEC.

        
As I look back and see how it all happened, I think it's only fitting that I take a few minutes to thank the Dulin Sports Organization that has done so much for my son.

Thank You! 

Luke Bell, Jackson, TN

"We've signed players out of Gameday Prospects program before. Tim and his Staff's evaluation was right on."

Dave Van Horn

Head Coach, University of Arkansas

"We've had great recruiting success in the Mid-South Area, that's why we know it's important to stay
connnected with Gameday Prospects."

Mike Bianco

Head Coach, University of Mississippi 

Thanks for dropping by and speaking.  Things went really well last night.  Please pass on to Kevin that the “Pep Talk” was as important,  maybe even more than the actual “hitting season”.  Kevin really has a way with instructing people.  You can tell that he loves his job.  He can get through to young guys when others do not seem to.  We got there early and watched him with another young guy about Heath’s age and the mix was just like it was with Heath.  Really amazing.  But then all the guys at Dulin’s we have ever worked with are amazing.  Rod stopped in and spoke last night, got Heath to smile,  just another example of how good your staff is. 
I have a small picture of a boy looking across a lake and it is called "PRIORITIES", and under it reads:

"A HUNDRED YEARS FRON NOW IT WILL NOT MATTER WHAT MY BANK ACCOUNT WAS, THE SORT OF HOUSE I LIVED IN, OR THE KIND OF CAR I DROVE ... BUT THE WORLD MAY BE DIFFERENT BECAUSE I WAS IMPORTANT IN THE LIFE OF A CHILD".

You guys are the leading example of that.  Thanks again!

Respectfully,

Chuck Cariker

Dear Kevin,

My husband and I would like to thank you, your coaches and Dulin's for a great experience with this years 2004 Fall Gameday Prospects 14 yr old team.  Our son (Coda) has learned so much with the encouragement that he received from your staff and coaches.  Please pass our thanks on to all your wonderful staff and coaches.

Thank You,

Sharon Medlin

"Tim and the Gameday Prospects Staff make the recruiting process easier for us due to their professional and credible approach to the evaluation of talent."

Tim Corbin
Head Coach, Vanderbilt University

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