Predator on the Diamond: The Boston Red Sox Youth Molestation Story

Name: Predator on the Diamond: The Boston Red Sox Youth Molestation Story
Author: Gary G Tavares
ISBN: 9780983329251

Gary G Tavares

Language: English

Published by Tavares Entertainment, LLC., 2012

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Tavares Entertainment, LLC. has published and released a powerful and eye-opening novel, written by Gary G. Tavares. It is entitled, Predator of the diamond: The Boston Red Sox Youth Molestation Story. Gary is a Screenwriter, Playwright, Author, Poet, Publisher and Speaker. This novel is based on actual events. The events took place in Winter Haven, Florida between 1971 and 1991. The Boston Red Sox had their spring training facility there at that time. The facility was called the Chain of Lakes ballpark. There was a Caucasian man named Donald Fitzpatrick who worked in the organization as their clubhouse manager. He was called Fitzie for short. During that time, Fitzie is believed to have molested as many as a dozen black boys, who worked under him at the facility as clubbies. He plead guilty in 2002 but never served time. He was given a ten year suspended sentence and fifteen years probation. Fitzie died in 2005 but the stories of the victims has never been told. Until now.Predator on the Diamond: The Boston Red Sox Youth Molestation Story, could be the most thought-provoking and compelling untold story of child molestation, within a sports organization, in sports history. You will see how the circumstances of these young African-American boys, who were mostly poor and fatherless, were used to take advantage of them. Take a look into the mind of the predator and see how he uses his position of power to control and manipulate these young victims. Look into the minds of the actual young victims and see some of the signs of abuse which parents can often overlook. We send them to various professional sports organizations to work with some of the biggest athletes of our time and we assume they are safe. However, how many Penn State scandals are waiting to emerge? How do we protect our youth? The answers to these questions may be more complex than we know but this story may help to bring awareness to this issue.

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Title: Predator on the Diamond: The Boston Red Sox Youth Molestation Story
Author: Gary G Tavares
Publisher: Tavares Entertainment, LLC.
Publication year: 2012
Condition: Very Good
Binding: Paperback
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0983329257
ISBN 13: 9780983329251

Tavares Entertainment, LLC. has published and released a powerful and eye-opening novel, written by Gary G. Tavares. It is entitled, “Predator of the diamond: The Boston Red Sox Youth Molestation Story.” Gary is a Screenwriter, Playwright, Author, Poet, Publisher and Speaker. This novel is based on actual events. The events took place in Winter Haven, Florida between 1971 and 1991. The Boston Red Sox had their spring training facility there at that time. The facility was called the Chain of Lakes ballpark. There was a Caucasian man named Donald Fitzpatrick who worked in the organization as their clubhouse manager. He was called Fitzie for short. During that time, Fitzie is believed to have molested as many as a dozen black boys, who worked under him at the facility as clubbies. He plead guilty in 2002 but never served time. He was given a ten year suspended sentence and fifteen years probation. Fitzie died in 2005 but the stories of the victims has never been told…. Until now.“Predator on the Diamond: The Boston Red Sox Youth Molestation Story,” could be the most thought-provoking and compelling untold story of child molestation, within a sports organization, in sports history. You will see how the circumstances of these young African-American boys, who were mostly poor and fatherless, were used to take advantage of them. Take a look into the mind of the predator and see how he uses his position of power to control and manipulate these young victims. Look into the minds of the actual young victims and see some of the signs of abuse which parents can often overlook. We send them to various professional sports organizations to work with some of the biggest athletes of our time and we assume they are safe. However, how many Penn State scandals are waiting to emerge? How do we protect our youth? The answers to these questions may be more complex than we know but this story may help to bring awareness to this issue.

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Gary was born in Queens New York on March 9, 1965. He came across rough times when he, his two brothers and three sisters, were abandoned by both parents. He was no older than four years old. They were all placed in a foster home in the Bronx New York. The six of them stayed together but foster parents raised them. Gary graduated from Evander Childs High School of the Bronx New York in 1983. He was in the Navy from 1983 to 1986. He was in the Army from 1986 to 1992. He received honorable discharges from both branches. Gary discovered his writing talent in 1993. He took courses in creative writing to sharpen this newfound talent. At first, writing was an escape for Gary. He later decided to use his talent to give something positive and educational back to the communities. Gary wrote, directed and acted in four educational plays. They were all performed onstage in Berkeley and Oakland California (1995-2001) Gary began writing screenplays in 2000. He has finished four full-length screenplays. They all have different genres. Gary began writing poetry in 2001. He is the Author of three published educational poetry books. The poetry books educationally address tough youth, community and political social issues. He has just finished a thought-provoking novel entitled, “Deceptive Vows.” This novel is based on Gary’s play entitled, “Until Death Do Us Part.” The novel deals with domestic violence. "Predator on the Diamond: The Boston Red Sox Youth Molestation Story," is Gary's most powerful book to date. Gary wants to continue making an impact on our communities and on society in general. He believes education is the key. Since 2004, he has consistently volunteered his time in schools throughout Georgia. He volunteers his time as an Author, Motivational Speaker and Mentor. Gary has established his own business in the Atlanta Georgia area. He is CEO and Founder of Tavares Entertainment, LLC. His company offers creative and professional writing services and the development of original works.

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