I went through scouting as a young man, and I also was an Eagle Scout. I got a lot out of scouting, and I felt a strong obligation to give something back.

It really is enjoyable working with the young men and watching them learn. Scouting builds character, teamwork and leadership.

When I was a boy, there wasn't too many after school activities out there, like the Boy Scouts. Now scouting competes with so many things. When I was really young, the socialization was the biggest thing I learned and later the leadership skills.

He was a typical Eagle Scout that did his job properly. We go way back.

We used to talk a lot on the phone about scouting reports. He had a very good way of looking at things, very humorous. He had life in perspective.

Sitting in their dugout for three years, I think I've come up with a scouting report. But I'll still treat it like a regular start. When you're between the lines, it's not about (facing your old team). It's about competing - and hopefully getting a win.