I didn't know how to drive when my husband died and Chuck taught me. One season turned into 10 years. Scouting meant a different life for the LaMars. LaMar credits Cheryl for supporting him while he enthusiastically dived into his work. LaMar added to his hard-working reputation by his penchant for holding tryout camps.
Scouts can see and evaluate many kids at such camps, but they are hard to set up and run.
As a result, only dedicated scouts need apply. LaMar also was credited for signing baseball's first working agreement with a Mexican League team. In 1988, LaMar became the director of minor-league operations for the Pittsburgh Pirates. He helped build a team that won three National League Eastern Division titles beginning in 1990. He again made an international mark by signing baseball's first working agreement between a major-league team and an Australian team.