14 Going on 24: Growing Up with Willie Mays

By: Hayes, Larry

"A wonderfully nostalgic trek . . . capturing the cultural significance of my father's character and impact." -Michael Mays

He was the "Say Hey Kid," a baseball legend who redefined the game with unmatched speed, power, and flair. Willie Mays transcended the playing field to become an American icon who inspired generations and left an indelible mark on sport and society.

From the makeshift diamonds of Harlem and New York's quirky Polo Grounds to the dusty backroads of the Tidewater and San Francisco's glittering bayside ballpark, dive into the seldom-revealed personal events of this extraordinary man in 14 Going on 24: Growing Up with Willie Mays.

Share some of his most memorable life experiences and historic games as viewed through the eyes of a struggling teenage boy befriended by Mays. And then hold your breath to see if together they can bring hope to underprivileged kids by selflessly leveraging a long-forgotten physical remnant of Mays's early career.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GQXQBB52
• ISBN13: 9798897471287
• Release Date: June 2026
• Publisher: Koehler Books
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"