PRESIDENTS AND BASEBALL

From throwing to catching and fielding to batting, America's Presidents have long enjoyed playing or watching a good game of baseball.

TEE BALL ON THE SOUTH LAWN

President Bush launched his White House Tee Ball Initiative in 2001 to promote interest in baseball and a spirit of teamwork and service for America's youth.

FITNESS INITIATIVE / HEALTHIER US

President Bush's Healthier US Initiative is based on a very simple formula: every little bit of effort counts.

ATHLETES AND TEAMS VISIT THE WHITE HOUSE

From time to time, the President invites individual athletes or entire teams to visit the White House.