Why was Tarzan such a good hitter? He spent a lot of time practicing his swing! Why did the coach cut the singer from the softball team? She couldn't find the right pitch! If you love baseball or softball—and love a good laugh—then this is the book for you! Hundreds of the funniest, home-run hitting jokes, riddles, and puns are sure to keep readers and their friends laughing from beginning to end. Who is Jake Maddox? Athlete, author, world-traveler – or all three? He has surfed in Hawaii, scuba-dived in Australia, and climbed the mountains of Peru and Alaska. His books range from the most popular team sports to outdoor activities to survival adventures and even to auto racing. His exploits have inspired numerous writers to walk in his footsteps – literally! Each of his stories is stamped with teamwork, fair play, and a strong sense of self-worth and discipline. Always a team-player, Maddox realizes it takes more than one man (or woman) to create a book good enough for a young reader. He hopes the lessons learned on the court, field, or arena and the champion sprinter pace of his books can motivate kids to become better athletes and lifelong readers.