Fans
Who do you call bud/buddy?
Little boy/younger boys - for a girl, try to use her name if you ask, if not, just don’t say anything
What is an example of one question that fans ask you?
Multiple responses - Where are you from? How old are you? Can I have your broken bat? Can you sign my ball, hat, glove...?
Where do you go to get your driver’s license?
You go to the DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles), but it can be in any city in North Carolina.
True or false: The use of marijuana is legal in North Carolina.
False, it is illegal in North Carolina and per MLB rules. It is legal in some states.
What does menor de edad mean in English?
Underage
What is it called when you write your name for a fan or sign something?
Signature or autograph
An 8-year-old boy asks you to sign his glove, but you are busy and you cannot do it at the moment. What do you say to this little boy?
I can’t right now - I can do it after the game. I can do it later.
True or false: I can drive legally in the United States right now if I have a driver’s license in my home country.
False, you are not tourists. You have a visa to live and work in the US and you are a resident in North Carolina.
What is the age of consent in North Carolina? (La edad de consentimiento)
16 years old. This age is different in different states in the US.
What is the legal drinking age in the United States?
21 years of age. Anyone under 21 cannot legally purchase, possess or consume alcohol.
What is one important thing to remember when you write a fan’s name?
Spelling, spell the name correctly - deletrear
What is something polite you can say to a fan when you meet them?
Nice to meet you. Great to meet you. How are you? Thanks for your support. What is your name?
What do you need to get a driver’s license in North Carolina?
A document with your full name proving identity and date of birth, a social security card if you have one, one document verifying your physical address in North Carolina. Also, car insurance.
If you buy alcohol for someone who is 18, is this illegal?
Yes, buying alcohol for a minor is illegal.
If someone has illegal drugs or alcohol in your car and you are driving, are you responsible for them?
Yes, you are responsible for anyone or anything in your car.
What does it mean when someone asks: Can you make this out to? Example: Can you make this out to my son?
They are asking you to write your note to someone who is not there.
What is something you can say to a 6-year-old boy who is wearing a jersey and a hat with his baseball team name on it?
What is your name? What is your team? What position do you play? Go Pirates! Be personal.
What is the blood alcohol level (BAC) to be considered legally impaired? (manejar ebrio)
0.08 (age 21 and up)
What is the fine (multa) for possession of .05 grams of marijuana?
Up to $200 or 30 days in jail, or both.
What are the 3 things you need to give to a police officer during a traffic stop?
1. Driver's license 2. Registration 3. Proof of insurance
Why is it important to have small conversations with fans and to be personal?
It shows you appreciate them, their support, you care about them, they remember that you were nice to them. It means a lot to little kids. It helps your image as a player and a person and the image of the team
What is an example of a personal note you can write on a child’s baseball that you are signing?
Multiple responses
How is driving culture different in the United States than in your country? Explain.
Multiple answers
When you are pulled over by a police officer and you need to get your registration from the glove compartment (guantera), what should you do?
Tell the officer you need to reach into the glove compartment - Why?
What is it called when you give a police officer money?
Bribe - mordida