There are many parallels between baseball and fly-fishing; both have a strong history, are slow paced, and require tremendous attention to detail to be successful. Both sports demand a combination of physical ability and sharp mental focus, emphasizing precise technique. Some of the most famous ball players were also skilled anglers, such as Babe Ruth, Bobby Doerr, and Ted Williams, the last being the only man to be honored with a plaque in both the IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame and the National Baseball Hall of Fame.