2009-11-02 23:19:17 - Ex New York Yankees outfielder Bernie Williams drives home the winning message of childrens book " A Glove Of Their Own". A message that MVP Gotham loves.

NEW YORK, NY --- When any baseball fan hears the name Bernie Williams, a distinct image immediately comes to mind. Brimming with class, a confident smile, and, of course, dressed in pinstripes, Williams is to the Yankees what The Stadium is to the Yankees—forever connected until the very end of time.

Williams, however, possesses the undeniable character traits which transcend the

uniform and are universally admired by fans from New York, Chicago and yes, even Boston, whenever his name is mentioned.

"Bernie Williams is a class act," explains Bob Salomon, coach of the award-winning children's story A Glove of Their Own. "I guarantee you that every teammate, every opponent, and every fan of baseball describes him in much the same way. A kind and caring family man, who also happened to be one hell of a baseball player."

"Bernie, the man, is far bigger than any stats he put up on the board," added Salomon, who is the "man behind the movement" that has the entire baseball world talking about his wonderful children's story.

"He defines what my project is all about."

Williams is the latest in a growing roster of star players and coaches who, not only promote A Glove of Their Own, but who have aligned themselves with its message of giving

To find out more about "A Glove Of Their Own" you can visit www.mvpgotham.com or by clicking the following link: www.mvpgotham.com/mlb/220-a-glove-of-their-own.html

You can also visit the official website of the book at www.agloveoftherown.com

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