Baseball America

CHANCE OF A LIFETIME

FORMER BALLPLAYERS REFLECT ON PRO SUCCESS AND FAILURE

Colby Halter always had the desire and talent to play pro baseball. The only problem seemed to be his timing.

Early during his tenure at Bishop Kenny High in Jacksonville, Halter put himself on the map as a two-way talent. As a freshman he entertained offers from two of the top

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