Jim "The Rookie" Morris' life story is the inspiration behind the Walt Disney blockbuster film, "The Rookie," starring Dennis Quaid.  His inspirational and motivational message about following through on your dreams and promises to others connects with all audiences, young and old, male and female.

Jim Morris is much more than just a sports personality. Imagine having Tom Hanks or Jimmy Stewart over for a cup of coffee and that's what it's like to bring Jim to your corporate meeting, church, school, or fundraiser. A school teacher by trade, Jim Morris is a polished speaker but never slick. Audiences connect with him because he's one of them. In a world lacking in real-life heroes, Jim Morris' message about following your dreams and keeping your promises resonates with audiences.

Jim Morris' childhood dream of becoming a major league baseball player was derailed by injuries and, admittedly, a lack of maturity. Eleven years after his retirement from baseball, Jim's dream was re-ignited by his then rag-tag high school team, when he was trying to inspire them to follow their dreams. They made each other the following bet: If they won a District Championship, Jim Morris would have to try out for a major league team. In case you didn't see the movie, Jim Morris' team won the District Championship and Jim followed through on his promise, going to a tryout where he threw 12 consecutive pitches at 98 mph! Three months later in front of family and his high school team, Jim achieved his dream of pitching in the big leagues by striking out all-star Royce Clayton with a 98 mph fastball!

Jim Morris can tailor his speaking about following your dreams and keeping your promises to your audience, whether it be corporate, school kids, or a church. Jim Morris is a loveable and humorous storyteller who will inspire and motivate your audience to never give up on their dreams.