Friday, November 30, 2018
Robert was a hell of a natural athlete, although a bit wild & undisciplined. Possibly tough to coach, because he didn't want to hear it, lol. Hard-headed. But always ready to have a good time & laugh. We played football, basketball & baseball together, baseball being his best sport. He threw 3/4 arm heat with movement when he pitched, and hit the ball hard. Real hard. Playing on 13 yr old Babe Ruth All Stars we were in a tight game with Monterey Penninsula All Stars for the district championship at their home field. Their team had 2 future major Leaguers. Last inning Robert hit an opposite field home run to win the game & we all ran out of the dugout & mobbed him @ home plate...
