Apples Visit Penn State
Joe Paterno Headed To Apples ??

Blue and White Daily
Nashville, TN

The 2007 FreshPoint Apples summer tour continued this weekend as the Apples took their road show north of the Mason Dixon line for only the second time in team history. The Apples were special guest of the famed American Indian Princess 'Nittany the Lion' as they visited Central Pennsylvania and the campus of Penn State University.

Although initial reports had the Apples participating in various fund raising events in State College and around the Penn State campus, it is now being reported that the main purpose of the Apple visit was to meet with and negotiate a contract with legendary Penn State coach Joe Paterno.

When asked about the possibility of leaving Penn State after 42 years as head coach, Paterno reminded everyone that over the years he has turned down coaching offers from the New York Jets, New England Patriots, Pittsburgh Steelers and the Miami Hurricanes. "I've had plenty of great offers over the years and I must say that this offer from the Apples is truly amazing " said Paterno. " Just to have my name mentioned in the same breath as an organization with the winning tradition and class demonstrated by FreshPoint is humbling "

Following Paterno's impromptu press conference, media members following the Apples this summer approached AGFHOF Don Bernitt for his thoughts on Paterno joining the Apples. " Sure, he would make a good bat boy " said Bernitt. " The guy's 80 years old and runs like he's 65. We certainly could find a place for him on the team if he elects to join us next year"

After commenting on the possibility of Paterno joining the Apples, Bernitt quickly turned the attention of the media to what he called " The Big News " " As with any team we need to keep our eye on the future as well as the present " said Bernitt as he discussed the minor leagues and the play of several potential future Apples. " Particularly we are watching a young right handed pitcher out of Delaware right now" said Bernitt.

Bernitt of course was referring to Jeff Oliver from Middletown, DE who last week picked up the win as he pitched his team to the Delaware Little League State Championship. When reached by phone for comment on his possible future with the Apples, Oliver said " it's been a dream of mine for a long time to be an Apple, just the thought of playing with a Future Hall of Famer like my Uncle Don is awesome." When asked if his goal was to join the Apples as soon as next season Oliver stated that his plans were to first finish High School, College and then Medical School. " Get back to me in 15 years " said Oliver before hanging up to begin his regularly scheduled piano lesson.

With the Apple summer tour to Pennsylvania now in the books, the obvious question must be asked, where next? Although that question can't be answered right now one thing can be said for sure............How bout them Apples!

PHOTOS BELOW.........