Morris, Jim
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About Jim Morris
Jim “The Rookie” Morris’ inspirational and motivational message about following through on your dreams and promises to others connects with all audiences, young and old, male and female. His life story is also the inspiration behind the Walt Disney blockbuster film, “The Rookie,” starring Dennis Quaid. This family film won the ESPY for best sports film of the year and was recently recognized by Sports Illustrated as one of the 50 best sports films of all-time.
Jim 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 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’s message about following your dreams and keeping your promises resonates with audiences.
Jim’s 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 would have to try out for a major league team. In case you didn’t see the movie, Jim’s 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 can tailor his universal message about following your dreams and keeping your promises to your audience, whether it be corporate, school kids, or a church. Jim is a loveable and humorous storyteller who will inspire and motivate your audience to never give up on their dreams.
The Rookie
Jim Morris’s Cinderella story serves as testimony to the power of dreams and their ability to inspire and transform human life. Jim’s meteoric rise from 35 year old high school teacher to flame throwing major league pitcher in 3 months made cinematic history with the release of the Disney movie “The Rookie”. Hearing Jim tell his story about chasing your dreams and keeping your promises is more entertaining than the legendary film about his life. Jim draws lessons from his own life experiences to inspire others to become mentors and leaders in their own lives and to chase their dreams.
Testimonials
“On behalf of the entire team at BCA, we would like to thank you for your presentation at our breakfast last week. You far surpassed our expectations! We knew you would be a hit, but did not anticipate you being one of the best speakers we’ve ever had.” Read more…
– Business Clubs of America
“Jim, let me say first, thank you so much for “pinch hitting” for our speaker who had to cancel. I hit a homerun with my CEO. He was so thrilled to have the signed baseball that you brought. I am so appreciative of your kind gesture. And as you can see by the comments from our attendees, you were just what the doctor ordered. One attendee stated ‘What a blessing you had him in the dugout!’” Read more…
– Texas Credit Union League
“The 2006 Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) Annual Meeting is over yet because of you its greatness will not be forgotten… We greatly appreciate the time and effort you extended for your participation as a speaker. Thank you for your outstanding performance and for helping make this Annual Meeting such a success.”
– Million Dollar Round Table
“Thanks so much for coming to Cooperstown. It was a special weekend.”
– Baseball Hall of Fame
“Oh my gosh!!! He was wonderful! Everyone was extremely pleased, saying he was the best speaker we have ever had at our Winter Operations Meeting.”
– Color Tyme