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JIM LAWSON
Jim and his family moved to Calgary from Vancouver B.C. in 1999 to begin his instructional baseball career in a central location that has a tremendous amount of untapped talent. His goal is to encourage play at all levels by re-enforcing basic fundamentals, allowing each athlete to have fun while achieving their personal goals.
Jim's adult playing career started in 1985 where his Richmond Autobody Jr. Team played their way from Provincial and Western Canadian Champions to bronze medalists at the Nationals. From there his career continued to exceed his expectations by playing for Team Canada (1986) the National Baseball Institute (1986-87) and B.C.'s All-Star Team (1987).
In 1988 Jim took his career to a new level heading to a NAIA ranked school; Huntington College, Indiana. There he was an integral part of his team, taking the Area Championship title only to lose in Regional Finals.
The Major League Draft occurred shortly after his School's successful year, where Jim's dreams were about to come true. He was drafted as a right handed pitcher in the 10th round by the Oakland A's. Jim's professional career lasted 3 years which included joining the "AA" Huntsville Stars, Southern League.
Shortly thereafter Jim returned to Canada and continued to play and coach for Richmond Autobody, get married and start a family. Since moving to Calgary he has kept his playing career active but began his new focus of coaching and instructing young players. With the many teams Jim has played on spanning across the country, many friendships have been formed, including ties with the Calgary Cardinals Senior Men's Team. Currently Jim is the Head Coach for the Cardinals whose schedule includes top money tournaments in Western Canada.
It was at one of these tournaments where Jim was noticed by the St. Albert Tigers. When St. Albert earned its berth into the 2002 Baseball Canada Senior Championship Jim was the first person they called to join their quest for the National Championship title. Jim pitched in 3 games going 2 wins, 0 losses, and 1 save, and was named All-Star Right Handed Pitcher and Most Valuable Pitcher of the tournament. Jim's outstanding showing at the Nationals proved to be invaluable helping the team bring home the 2002 National Championship Title.
It's through his vast baseball career spanning many years, across North American and Asia that Jim believes he can teach aspiring baseball players and coaches the intricacies of a game that he loves, and hopefully that will help young men find their way to a successful career, beyond their hopes and dreams.
Created by: Jeremy Freeborn -- Last updated:Oct 31, 2005
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