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As a kid, I was always into art at the same time as computers, and eventually I realised I was making more interesting stuff with my keyboard than with my hands. I really enjoyed modifying computer games more than playing them, so that got me into programming. ”
The work requires a moderately large investment in technological and theoretical developments and long periods of time to carry them out, without the pressure to achieve quick or short term results. ”
I talked to a few schools about playing football, but I had already pretty much made my mind up. I fell in love with baseball at a young age, and I knew that that's what I wanted to do. ”
For me, it's just about taking it one at-bat, one pitch, one play at a time. ”
That's your dream, to play professional baseball. When you get the opportunity like that, getting drafted - especially by Oakland, a California team, pretty close to home - it was tempting. At the time, I just didn't think I was ready or mature enough mentally or physically to start pro ball. ”
Once it gets to two strikes, it's time to battle, put something in play, and try to get the job done. ”
I just take it one day at a time, try to forget about what I did the day before. Go out there like every day is Opening Day. ”
This is a crazy game we play. You're going to have those times you can't get out, and those times where you can do everything right, and the ball does not fall. ”
I have a short time to play this game. I'm trying to get every ounce of it out of my body. ”
Any time you play shortstop or center field, the majority of the baseballs are hit in the middle of the field. ”