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Derek Jeter: Team
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Derek Jeter has always been an asset to the NY Yankees, in more ways then being their shortstop. Besides he skill and dedication, he sets the example and is a true inspiration for the young athletes of today through his playing skills and the promotion of teamwork amongst the players.
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That fall, Derek got his first taste of postseason play, batting .361 to help lead the Yankees to their first World Series title since 1978. Shortly after celebrating his team's championship, Derek initiated the "Turn 2 Foundation," formed to support and create activities and programs designed to motivate youth to "turn to" a healthy lifestyle, academic achievement and leadership development and "turn away" from substances such as drugs and alcohol.
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The Yankees of this era will be remembered as Derek Jeter’s team. Yankee dynasties are defined by star players. There were the Yankees of Ruth and Gehrig in the 1920s and 1930s, the Yankees of Joe DiMaggio (1940s), of Mickey Mantle (1950s and 60s), of Reggie Jackson and Thurman Munson (1970s).
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