Wednesday, February 3: The Ten Commandments of Baseball

Legendary Yankees Hall of Fame manager, Joe McCarthy penned the 10 Commandments of Baseball back in 1921. He managed his teams by these principles and was more successful than anyone before him or after him. Winning seven World Series Championships, among other achievements, McCarthy had one of the most remarkable careers in all of sport.

On Wednesday, Feb. 3 at 6:30 pm, the Racine Public Library, located at 75 Seventh St., will host an affectionate look at Joe McCarthy's principles for success in baseball...and in life...by author J.D. Thorne.

J.D. Thorne discovered McCarthy's Commandments printed on an old keepsake card among his father's treasured belongings. Inspired by the underlying messages and the common sense wisdom conveyed in the document, the author created a "10 Commandments" presentation that has been given to prisoners as part of a Positive Attitude Development class. The success of the presentation prompted Thorne to develop its premise into a book, The 10 Commandments of Baseball: An Affectionate Look at Joe McCarthy's Principles for Success in Baseball (and Life).

Thornes' book is more than just a recap of how talented major league athletes used their natural abilities to succeed. The book also delves into the lives of people who applied McCarthy's commandments to their collegiate, minor league, and even little league efforts with the clear message that anyone can learn to make the most of what they have and succeed, at any level and in any situation. (As reviewed on busleagues.wordpress.com)

J.D. Thorne is a lifelong baseball fan, a practicing attorney, an author, and a professional speaker. Throughout his life he participated in many levels of baseball: youth leagues, college teams, and amatuer ball for more than 20 years. The author's own personal experiences, his associations with many major league players, and his research of baseball history provide a rich tapestry for his writings and presentations.

The Feb. 3 program is free and open to the public. No registration is necessary. For more information contact the Library at 262.636.9217 or visit the library's website at racinelibrary.info.