Future Hall Of Famer Mugs

Knocked it out of the park

"If I'm not in the Hall of Fame by 41 I'm getting induced."

'Reading, writing and arithmetic are important, son. Someday you might sign autographs for money.'

"I wanted to be a baseball player 'til I found out they send you to the showers."

I love your enthusiasm, girls, but we're not opening a can of whoop-ANYTHING.

My coach wants me to go to soccer camp. Focusing on one sport isn't good for you. But mom! I'll develop crucial life skills. Let's see. "Landing endorsements, agents and college sports scholarships." The definition of "crucial".

'Wow! That's some growth spurt!'

Exercising

The team video didn't spotlight my talents. I've hired my own film crew. They'll showcase my skills so college recruiters can see my strengths. Wow! How can the director pack so much into one little video? Great point! Daddy? Tell Steven Spielberg we're going feature length. Nice save!

"What do you want to be when you blow up?"

"Because when you're drafted by the pros, you'll have to be able to sign your contract. That's why you have to attend first grade."

The game is tied, and this is the final inning because the sun is setting. I understand, coach, I need to get home before dark!

Danae's Celebrity Career: 'Don't you know who I am?...I've decided to pursue a career as a celebrity, so I'm developing the basic language skills used in the industry.'

"You want to be a comedian? You can't be serious!"

"If there is no more American Idol what am I going to do to become famous?"

Future Wrestler

'I won't bother to bath Mum, we're playing again tomorrow!'

"That' a wonderful picture, sweetheart. You know, maybe we should keep all of this garbage, in case you become a famous artist."

'He'll be a great basketball player someday -- he already dribbles all over the place.

'We will conduct the background check. Our fortune, Madame Zula, will conduct a complimentary future check.'

'Reading, writing and arithmetic are important, son. Someday you might sign autographs for money.'

'We're going to insist that he at least finish kindergarten before entering the NBA draft.'

'I can just see him twenty years down the road pitching for the Giants.'

'Kid, go out there and play like you're worth 29 million plus signing bonus, buyouts, and endorsement deals. '

"I like you kid, but you're really just a work in progress!"

'Wow! Feel that kick! I'm buying him a football for his first birthday!'

'Not everyone can make it as a professional footballer!' 'I know dad, there are snooker and darts players...'

"Papi, when I grow up, I wanna be just like you!"

I'm not worried about the economy. Me either! It's not like I'm going into banking, car manufacturing, or real estate. Totally! We'll still make the big bucks. May I ask doing what? Movie actress. Rock star. When you move to L.A., I'm not converting your bedroom.

'Play your best. There's going to be a scout for the ten year olds in the stands!'

'When do I learn to read and sign a huge NFL contract?'

Your brother's threatening to be a fat cat banker. Barf! I will do something socially useful with my life! That's my girl! When I'm a famous actress, I'll talk forcefully to "Entertainment Tonight" about my vegetarian diet! Maybe we should have had more children. Or non.

'I told my teacher I won't be returning to school...'

School children looking at different careers from magazine covers, each involving celebrity status.

'Don't feel bad. Maybe your son is just a late bloomer.'