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Jim Abbott
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Jim Abbott


Jim Abbott has battled the odds his entire life. Despite being born with only one hand, he was the 15th player to ever make a professional debut in the Major Leagues. Many considered the move a publicity stunt, but Abbott proved his doubters wrong by winning 12 games for the California Angels with a 3.92 ERA in his rookie season.

On the mound, Abbott wore a right-hander's fielder's glove at the end of his right arm. While completing his follow-through after delivering a pitch, he rapidly switched the glove to his left hand so he could handle any balls hit back to him. In that first 1989 season as a professional, he won more games as a rookie than any other previous player without Major League experience.

Although he was born without a right hand, Abbott was taught by his father to focus on his gifts and to find alternative ways to win. . . .
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Speech Topics

Inspiration, Motivation, Overcoming Adversity, Sports

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California

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$10,000 - $15,000

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Adjustability
Determination
Accountability
Perseverance
Trust
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