Jack Madison

Jack Madison is the story, told through the eyes of baseball, of a young boy from the age of 10 to 17 and his relationship with his black mentor and baseball coach Fred Jenkins in Southern Illinois in the 1950's. The lessons he learned that shaped his life. Timely lessons the reader can transfer and absorb in todays culture.
He is a typical young boy growing up in Fairmont, a small town in Southern Illinois. He is passionate about baseball. His dream is to become a Major League catcher.
He has a mother, father and brother. A normal 1950's American family. His father works for the East Central Railroad. His mother manages the household.
Jack and his brother Phil are three years apart and like all siblings the relationship is at times love and not so love. They argue, fight and fuss but never underestimate their love for each other.
Fred Jenkins, Jack's mentor, is originally from Mississippi. He was spotted by a scout playing baseball in a Negro league and was an early signee after Jackie Robinson. He played seven years in the minor leagues before retiring and moving to Fairmont to manage all the towns baseball activities.
Fred recognizes Jacks ability early on and begins to mold him into a leader and outstanding player.
The book details the many lessons learned by Jack, his teammates and the town. These lessons can be used as building blocks for anyone to guide them to success in family and business.
In the end Jack, Fred and Fairmont may be a lesson for the reader as well.