Dave Winfield's Key Accomplishments Include . . .Twenty-three year veteran of major league baseball; Inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2001 (1st vote); Twelve-time All Star with 7 Golden Glove and 6 Silver Slugger Awards; Recipient of Syracuse University's Honorary Doctorate of Law; Served as board member for the Morehouse School of Medicine, the Peace Corps and the San Diego Padres; Founded the Winfield Foundation, a non-profit organization that supports youth literacy, fitness and self-esteem; Named #3 best athlete of all time by ESPN. Dave Winfield, called the Jackie Robinson of our time," is the only athlete ever to be drafted by three professional sports: the NFL, MLB and the NBA. In addition to his numerous athletic accomplishments, he established the Winfield Foundation, the first organization of its kind created by an athlete. Designed to promote literacy, fitness and self-esteem, the Winfield Foundation was a continuation of David's life-long commitment to America's youth. One of the most respected motivational speakers on the circuit, Dave tailors his presentations to a wide range of audiences with issues ranging from winning and teamwork to substance abuse prevention and ways to develop a positive approach to life. Dave Winfield is a bona fide "hall of famer" from the inside out."
