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Sports Management – Sports Talk Series: Ernie DiStefano

April 8, 2008—New Castle, DE. Delaware native and Wilmington University alumni, Ernie Distefano will be discussion and signing his book "The Happy Athlete" as part of the Sports Management – Sports Talk Series at Wilmington University on Wednesday, April 9 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The event will be held in room 201 of the Robert C. and Dorothy M. Peoples Library.

Ernie DiStefano is a member of the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) and is formerly a member of the Association for the Advancement of Applied Sports Psychology (AAASP). During the presentation, DiStefano will give a sport agent's perspective and provide parents, coaches and athletes with the information necessary o promote an athlete's overall well being and athletic success. He will also explain the steps to achieving a successful collegiate sports career.

"The Happy Athlete", a new book penned by Mr. DiStefano portrays the experiences of several real youth athletes, including his own daughter's experiences. Additionally, the book chronicles his life as an athlete, sports agent, father, coach and sports counselor.

This event is free and open to the public. For more information call 302 356 6786

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