The Q&A's of August

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So August has arrived, which can only mean that it's time to answer some more member questions and comments.

First up, since we've just started a long west coast road trip, a very timely questionfrom my man, Ryan.

"It looks like you got to stay home for much of July. How are road trips to the west? Do you like to get away or do they wear you out? - Ryan Gunderman"

It's true, road trips to the West Coast are very tiring, but I'm still having fun because baseball is what I love to do.

"My softball team is currently 0-10. Every time we have a game my team thinks we are going to lose so no one tries. Is there anything that you do to help your team with confidence? - Sami"

Sometimes, you learn more from your failures than your successes. Try and take something positive from every game and get your team focused on that before the next one.

"Why don't you wear sunglasses during day games? - Lille Marie A.A."

Good question. I do wear them on occasion, but not all that often. It's just personal preference, I guess.

"One thing that I love about how you play is that you never make excuses. Where did you learn this? - Raymond Sherman"

My parents taught me that you have to be accountable for your actions, and I've always lived by that rule on the field and off.

"What do you miss most from a "normal" life without the paparazzi and media and everyone coming up to you away from the Stadium? - Ariel Epstein"

Mostly, I miss my privacy, but I wouldn't trade this job for anything so I can't complain.

"Do you mind when people politely ask for your autograph or a pic - is there a right time or place when it's not too bothersome? - Mary Jane Bauer"

The only time it bothers me is when I'm eating in a restaurant with friend because I feel like it's an inconvenience for the people I'm with.

Sorry I can't get to answer more right now, but I'll be back on soon, so keep those questions coming. Take it easy,
Derek

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  • August 05, 2008

    Thanks Jeter!!! On my own road trip with my family, (Washington DC, Hershey Park, Niagra Falls, Cooperstown) I had sooo much fun that all that traveling didn't bother me a bit and I'd do it again in a second if I could....

  • August 05, 2008

    ...And thanks for noticing me and Ariel with our weplay sign at the game last Monday... see you next year at the new Yankee Stadium... I CAN'T WAIT!!!

  • August 05, 2008

    HOW COULD I FORGET THE BEST PART OF MY ROAD TRIP!!! YANKEE STADIUM and my Grandparents house in Worcester, MA. My dad bought 16 tickets for the game and I went with a bunch of BOSTON FANS. They loved it, but will never admit it!!! The battle continues!!!

  • August 05, 2008

    thanksss derek! (:

  • August 05, 2008

    I'm at the office right now.. blushing furiously cause I cannot do my happy dance...my colleague is looking at me weirdly, must be my shocked face.. wow... thanks, for answering!

  • August 05, 2008

    hey Derek i have a question

    how does it feel when you have to share a locker room with redsox players at the all star game? not to be mean or anything.

  • August 05, 2008

    Derek, have you ever been ejected of a game? If so, why? If not, have you ever really complainted about a bad call by an ump and that you were really close to being ejected?

  • August 05, 2008

    HELLO DEREK ,, MY DAUGHTER BROOKE IS 10 AND MADE A TRIPLE PLAY IN HER LAST LITTLE LEAGUE GAME. I AM GOING TO TRY AND GET HER TO THE STADIUM ON HER BIRTHDAY ON 8-20 AND I WAS HOPING YOU WOULD MEET HER AND ACKNOWLDGE HER GOOD HARD WORK. HOPING HER MOM TAMM

  • August 05, 2008

    heyy Derek hope u answer my questions: wut is the best and worst thing about traveling all the time and my other ? is wut do u like best about LA? PLEASE ANSWER since u ansered ur #1 fan, i think u should answer ur #2 fan. Thanx soo much.

    --#2 fan DANI

  • August 05, 2008

    Hey derek thanks for answering ! did u really see our sign? i think you did. you looked and waved& pointed&smiled. Please answer back saying you saw ryan and i's weplay sign. Ryan made it but we held it together at the game it was pretty cool to meet him!

  • August 05, 2008

    Hi Derek I have a question for you. I have this wooden baseball bat that is really cool and I was wondering how hard it would be to ever get you to sign it.(pics on my page) I tried to take it in a KC but they wouldnt let me and I was so disapointed.

  • August 05, 2008

    It was my first real yankees game and i didnt get any autographs from any yankees players but i almost got jobas autograph. The game was awesome tho and your still my favorite player. Peace Out. (P.S. my friends call me Deter ha)

  • August 06, 2008

    Hi, if you want privacy in the off-season I can offer you a stay at my place in the Netherlands!! Here there are not so many people who know you. I asked my mom, she agrees with me asking you.

  • August 06, 2008

    Hi Derek! I know when you play baseball, you're always chewing bubble gum. What's your favorite kind?

  • August 06, 2008

    Hi Derek,

    What is your typical day like? What do you do on your day off when you're home or away? What foods do you like to eat?When you 1st moved to NYC, how did you deal w/ being away from your family, since you are close w/ them.

    Thanks!
    Cathy ;-)

  • August 06, 2008

    Hi Derek,

    Hope you'll answer this ques. in your next blog. Do you know if they are planning on implementing instant replay into baseball? Are you in favor of instant replay?

    Thanks,
    xoxo....Cathy ;-)

  • August 06, 2008

    "How do you as a fantastic baseball player and a celebrity pretty much handle all the pressure from fans,coaches, and big game situations?"
    -Krissy Holt

  • August 06, 2008

    i am going to 3 games in the metrodome next week and wuz wonderin how i could get ur autograph

  • August 06, 2008

    Hey Derek,With all of your fame, i want to no how you make it threw a regular day, without getting in a jam of poperatzy or your fans?

  • August 06, 2008

    Hey derek...I have another question for you. How does it feel when you see all your shirts pants baseballs bats etc.... being bid on online and people spend thousands of dollars on it? It seems pretty cool. haha

    --#1 FAN ARIEL

  • August 06, 2008

    Derek: I am new at this and feel like a kid again. Love to watch you play and read somewhere I read that when your parents are in the crowd when you come out on the field you look up at your mother and wink or wave. If this is true you are the greatest

  • August 07, 2008

    What do you think? Do you think the yankees will make it to the series? I think it wouldn't be right without the yankees....What do you think about your manager? Do you miss Joe? Last questiong....When are you and me going out to eat together?

  • August 07, 2008

    Hey Derek......how come you stand so close to the plate? I must admit, it makes me very nervous. I've seen you get hit by a pitch one too many times. I'm sure there's a technical reason......just wondering. Thanks. xoxo Cathy :-)

  • August 07, 2008

    Hey whats life like for you when you not playing baseball?And.I wish i could come to every game but i can't cuz no money i wish i could i love you and the yankees you have been my favorite player since i was like 1!

  • August 07, 2008

    I live near the baseball hall of fame i hope you come there so i can meet you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • August 08, 2008

    http://www.weplay.com/groups/752-ALL-WEPLAY-MEMBERS-WHO-WANT-ATHLETES-ATTENTION/discussions/301

    read and comment me to be in the petition for the players to comment on the group profile=]

  • August 09, 2008

    i am a die-hard yankee fan and your number 1 but i wanted to know if you are a new york giant fan and how did you feel about them winning the superbowl.. being the underdogs and all

  • August 09, 2008

    i love you so much derek!

  • August 11, 2008

    Thanks for the home run at the Texas Ranger Ballpark!!!! It may not have been Yankee Stadium but I still enjoyed going and watching you play!! Maybe one day my all time dream of going to Yankee Stadium and meeting you will come true.

  • August 11, 2008

    What is your favourite Yankee memory?
    Thanks so much for answering my question

  • August 11, 2008

    would you rather win a world series or an MVP award? Why?

  • August 11, 2008

    Hi, I have a question for you: Is there a meaning behind your at-bats? I'm curious because everytime you're at-bat you raise your hand to the crowd (I love watching you bat, it's unique) or is it just a superstition?

  • August 11, 2008

    What would u suggest (or do youself) to someone that is in a really bad slump?

  • August 13, 2008

    What is your favorite thing to do when you aren't playing baseball. How old were you when you decided you wanted to be a baseball player. Is it true that at lunch time when you were in high school you went home and hit 100 baseballs off the tee?

  • August 15, 2008

    I know everyone says they are your biggest fan, but I really am! My mom is bringing me to New York for one day right before my 14th birthday on October 13th and I really, really want to meet you and take you to dinner! Please Derek, it is my dream!!!

  • August 15, 2008

    Everyone calls me Lil' Jeter and I'm a shortstop too. I guess my question is...will you please say yes? We are going to eat at Patsy's Pizzeria and my mom will even pay. You are three months older then she is and she really likes baseball.

  • August 15, 2008

    Hi Derek,
    Would you ever consider entertaining the idea of possibly playing another position like centerfield?? Just wondering.

  • August 16, 2008

    Hey Jeter i just want to know if ur still single? Cause I'am : ) and i would luv to date u

  • August 18, 2008

    I just joined weplay and I read your blog that you wrote on Memorial day and I want to say thank you for the support that you and your team give the military men and women. How do you feel about the the new Yankee Stadium?

  • August 18, 2008

    i noticed your always wearing that necklace whats on it??

  • August 18, 2008

    SANDY... GREAT QUESTION!!! ..I wonder that every time. DEREK..Please answer Sandy's question !!!

  • August 20, 2008

    There are many plays and memories that instantly come to mind when you, or the Yankees are mentioned, so many classic moments in baseball history. Which one of your plays do you feel as the most memorable? The Flip? Into the stands? A routine play?

  • August 20, 2008

    Hey Derek

    What do you like the most about playing baseball in September? Thanks for taking the time out of your busy schedule to answer my question. Oh and by the way Nice Homerun tonight! Way to go!

  • August 21, 2008

    Everybody played great

  • August 21, 2008

    Do you wear sunscreen when you play?

    xoxoCathy :-)

  • August 21, 2008

    hey derek .. i kno a lot of people probably ask you this but other than entering the contest to meet you.. is there any other possible way? =) love youu !!!!!

  • August 21, 2008

    Here's a question. How often do you make attempts to meet fans? What do you do to keep your stress of loosing a game down low?
    your number 1 supporter, Ariel R. <3

  • August 22, 2008

    HELLO DEREK MY QUESTION IS NOT RELATED TO THE GAMES BUT ...DO YOU USE YOUR OWN COLOGNE THAT'S SOLD BY AVON?

  • August 22, 2008

    Does the team still play connect four before the games and during the rain delays? If so, who says that they are the champion now. I know a few years back a few of your teammates tried to say they were the best!!!!

  • August 25, 2008

    I have read about the conditioning you do to prepare yourself for another season. Is there one food that you know is bad for you and you still eat it anyways? and why?

    Baseball is a long season, how long does it take for you to unwind?

  • August 25, 2008

    hey derek[:
    im wondering..
    would you like to become the manager of the yankees one day?
    i think you'd make a great one.
    -Gaby=]

  • August 28, 2008

    hey Derek jeter I'm Rommel and I'm traing to get started on a softbal/slowpitch you think you can give me some hints.hey I live in mesa az.

  • August 28, 2008

    Hi again Derek! It's me, Lil' Jeter! Getting ready to head to New York in October. One day I am going to make it in MLB and I want to take your position on the field. I know I won't let you down. This is my dream, I pray God leads me to the Yankees!

  • August 30, 2008

    Have they picked a winner for the contest to meet u yet?

  • August 30, 2008

    We rocked!

  • September 10, 2008

    Hi Derek,
    I was wondering given your dream job, what ,if anything, would you do different or change that Joe G.hasn't or perhaps has done? Do you think Torre would have made a difference in your current standings ?

  • September 14, 2008

    Awesome!

  • September 14, 2008

    Awesome!

  • September 21, 2008

    heyyy derek well im sure yourr like super sad because they are demolishing yankee stadiumm soonn well i hope you guys win tonight!?!?!?! this is soo sad!!! next time you see michael kay or joe girardi can you sayy hi for mee thankss soo much!!
    kristina =]

  • September 29, 2008

    Hey Derek,
    Since Yankee Stadium is closing down :'( I'm curious to know what you took from the Stadium.
    =) [#4fan-Carolina]

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