Even though we are gearing up for year one of RBI in Mississippi you may not know that the program began back in 1989 when a former scout named John Young held a clinic in Los Angeles. MLB later expanded on Young’s vision and now RBI is in 200+ cities around the country.
Here is a great story from MLB.com about the 20th anniversary party. Be sure to read the quotes from LA Dodger players James Loney and James McDonald, who both credit RBI for their career in professional baseball.
RBI celebrates 20 years in style
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