Twin Brothers, One Game: Peter Scariano's Autobiography Honors Baseball, Family, and Brotherhood

  

A sentimental examination of how baseball shaped sibling relationships in Chicago in the 1950s

Before screens and modern distractions, baseball was the heartbeat of childhood. In his heartfelt memoir The Quest for the Wilson A2000, author Peter Scariano revisits an era when all you needed was a glove, a ball, and the neighborhood kids.

At the center of the story is the bond between Peter and his identical twin brother, Tony—two boys whose connection was strengthened through the game they loved. They played together in organized leagues and in the backyards of Garfield Ridge, forming a natural pitcher-catcher pair whose synchronicity reflected their brotherhood.

A Baseball-Based Brotherhood

“We always owned the game,” Scariano writes. Pitching and catching were extensions of trust, communication, and understanding. Their connection on the field mirrored their bond off it—one forged through shared dreams, endless practices, and mutual support.

Baseball as a Family Language

The memoir highlights the role of family in shaping young athletes. From backyard throwing sessions to neighborhood games, the Scariano twins learned discipline, collaboration, and resilience. Baseball was more than a sport—it was the language they used to navigate childhood.

Their shared pursuit of the elusive Wilson A2000 glove became a symbol of their unity, ambition, and imagination.

A Tale for Families Everywhere

While deeply connected to mid-20th-century Chicago, the themes of this memoir transcend time. Families will relate to the love, sacrifice, and small victories that form the fabric of growing up. Siblings will see their own reflections in the Scariano twins’ dynamic.

“This book is more than baseball,” Scariano says. “It’s about growing up beside someone who understands you completely.”

About the Author

Peter Scariano is a lifelong baseball fan, player, coach, and umpire born and raised in Chicago. A dedicated educator for 46 years, he and his wife have raised four children, ten grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. Baseball and the Chicago Cubs remain central to his family life.

Availability

The Quest for the Wilson A2000 is available now on Amazon in paperback and digital editions.

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