In the pursuit of young talent, agents are resorting to different tactics, such as taking them under their wings and training them. This is a method to which Scott Boras also subscribes. He first provides sports equipment, personal services, and assistance off the field. He then gradually tries to persuade players to sign on with his firm.
放長線釣大魚，現代伯樂必須自己培養千里馬，這也是波拉斯常用的手法──先以球具、各種私人服務和場外的協助籠絡球員，再逐步說服球員簽約。