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She’s never been to first, second, or third base.
She’s never learned how to handle a bat, or had anyone in her dug out.
She’s in need of some serious training.
I’m a pro athlete and just the man for the job.


Where do I begin?
Not only is Grace a virgin, she’s a nerd to boot.
Twenty-one-years-old, hopelessly innocent, clueless beyond belief.
She's beautiful and smart. But she has no idea how to use those curves she’s been given.
Seriously, she’s a work of art. Makes me harder than my baseball bat.
They say she’s off limits, but I play dirty.
I’ll steal my way to third base easilyy.
One look at her, and I know it.
Spring training is the perfect time to score a home run.

This is a standalone virgin bad boy instalove romance with no cheating, an HEA and no cliffhanger! It’s book 3 in my bestselling series, Bad Boys Of Summer. Both of the other standalone books are also included in this copy as bonus for a limited time, so you can read the whole series!
Enjoy!

Intended for readers 18+ due to Kindle-melting scenes and other mature content.

140 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 1, 2017

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Profile Image for Anne OK.
4,098 reviews553 followers
August 31, 2017
I definitely struck out big time! This was a very short insta-love hookup between a pro-pitcher and a college senior who's a virgin, and hiding a little secret that might end the season before it begins. Not much story building, another round of the bases not much different from any other sports-related romance, and of course there's the wham-bam-thank you-sex that was unprotected even though the pitcher gave lectures to his teammates on safe sex. He jumps into bed with a perfect stranger and takes her word that she's on the pill. Didn't add up to me and I didn't have much respect for her either -- he was a player in more ways than one. And the ending -- well it was a huge loss on the scoreboard.

I know I'm in the minority, but holy wow, I can't even wrap my mind around all those 5 stars. This was not World Series worthy.
Profile Image for Tpagirl Loves Romance.
1,672 reviews185 followers
May 13, 2018
Spring Training was the third book in the Bad Boys of Summer by KB Winters. It wasn’t my first book by Winters but it was my first book of the series.

Grace was a student statistician for the Warriors MLB team. She was beautiful and smart but also fairly shy. She was twenty-one but still a virgin and quite particular about changing her status, especially for a professional athlete not looking for a relationship.

Justin Calloway was the newest all star pitcher for the Warriors. He was gorgeous, cocky, arrogant, confident and had a total playboy reputation.

Spring Training was a novella style quick read. Although enjoyable, I craved more depth and storyline. However, for a short story, it was sweet and entertaining. Bring the Heat and Sweet Spot were included as a package deal, are the first two books in the series and are worth a look for my next quick reads.
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3,791 reviews17 followers
May 8, 2017
Spring Training by K.B. Winters a hard batting five-star read. I have read a couple of books by this author and enjoyed them, but this is the best of the bunch, I just wish it was longer. Justin Calloway is a dream in white baseball pants, moulded in all the right places. He is the new all-star pitcher for the Warriors, a team in Oklahoma. Justin is a man who knows what he wants and how to get it, hard work, dedication and rules.
Grace Mansfield is a Statistician Major who has been brought up around baseball and watches the Warriors with her dad and brother when she is home in Oklahoma, and when she is on summer break from school in Florida she watches the pre-season to help the team, gathers the player stats for them, something her friends don’t quiet understands as they just think she watches hot dudes like Justin all day. Up until now she hadn’t been doing that, but those white pants on Justin… mmmm.
This is a funny story, you get to watch them develop and secrets and situations arise to push them apart, will they survive the fight or will they strike out.
Profile Image for Sue Ouellet-Cofsky.
2,537 reviews47 followers
May 8, 2017
Spring Training by KB Winters is the third book in her Boys of Summer series. I can be read as a standalone. Grace fully lives up to her name. She is sweet, untouched, geeky and keeps herself as far away from the baseball players she deals with on a daily basis as she can. She has lived and breathed baseball her whole life and there is NOTHING that can change her mind about the dogs that these newer players can be. All she wants to do is graduate from college and start her real life and finally allow someone in. But sometimes, you just can't help the chemistry between two people...and this is one of those times. Justin Calloway knows he can get any woman he wants, but he doesn't want the easy women that throw themselves at him. There is something about Grace that draws him to her and she is perfect for his short term needs. Now he just has to convince her. What happens next is unexpected to each of them. Will Grace learn to trust when it has been broken and will Justin realize that it is okay to care more about a person than for just sex. There is plenty of steam here to keep you happy!
Profile Image for Emily Pennington.
20.7k reviews359 followers
May 9, 2017
Opening day of Spring Training was a media event, people milling around everywhere. Grace was there to scope out the new talent for the baseball season. She and her friend, Farrah, were on FaceTime chatting since Grace had a lull right now. Grace’s job as a statistician, gathering data and crunching numbers for coaches and trainers, made her work important to the Warriors. But Farrah’s sexy comments about Justin Calloway, the new Warrior’s pitcher, had her staring at him and flustered.

Somehow the two of them kept bumping into each other. Grace tried to maintain her distance, while Justin remained friendly and inquisitive. He was nothing like what Grace had expected. He could have his pick of women, but he seemed happy to keep his attention on her! For his part, he had little interest in the females throwing themselves all over the players. He wanted someone to converse with and enjoy being with them.

As they get to know each other, the relationship deepens. Is Justin that special one that Grace has been waiting for? Or is this just a temporary thing for him while he’s in Spring training? And how will he respond when he finds out who her father is?

This was a fantastic story! I immediately loved both main characters. They had their own value system and were true to themselves. The story line moved along perfectly, keeping the reader engaged and invested in the ultimate outcome of their relationship. This is definitely worth reading and enjoying! Highly recommended!
Profile Image for Judy Miracle.
1,198 reviews12 followers
May 10, 2017
Spring Training is the third in the series but can be read as a standalone. It's short, sweet, and oh so hot.

Grace is a 21-year-old student and a statistician. While working the Spring Training she catches the eye of pitcher Justin.

Justin is hot, inked and just downright sexy. He's not like all the other players there at Spring Training and isn't looking to hook up with anyone and everyone hanging around. But he sets his eyes on Grace and will do whatever it takes to make her his. Grace is the sweet, untouched, geeky type who keeps to herself. Shes lived and breathed baseball her entire life. But when Justin sets his eyes on her things take a turn.

Justin has rules... honesty is a must with him, exclusivity, and absolutely no sleeping over. But what happens when the little secret Grace has been keeping finally pops up? Will Justin take it in stride or will it be a deal breaker? Can he learn to have more of a relationship than just sexual? Will Grace walk away with the guy or will she end up with a broken heart?

All I can say is find out today. This read is quick but it will have you hooked from page one all the way to the end. Can't wait for more from KB Winters.
Profile Image for Rebecca Grove.
3,492 reviews26 followers
May 24, 2017
Grace is a college student studying statistics. She has spent the last three seasons keeping baseball stats for spring training. She is shy,quiet and still a virgin. This year she has caught the attention of star pitcher Justin. Justin is tired of the women just want to sleep with a famous player. Grace is a breath of clean air. She is innocent and he want to train her how to play with him. After several tries, Grace finally gives him a chance. The passion between them is superhot. Justin teaches her his rules like no dating others, no sleeping over and being completely honest. Grace has a problem because she hasn't been completely honest. Will spring training be just a fling or is it something more?
This was good story. Justin isn't too egotistical and loved the way he treated Grace. I voluntarily received a copy of this story and this is my honest review.
Profile Image for Valeen Robertson (Live Thru Books Blog).
5,875 reviews213 followers
May 8, 2017
Spring Training is KB Winters' third sports romance, and it's a doozy! It's short and hot. Grace is a shy, 21 year old student, and statistician for the Oklahoma Warriors (love that name!!) who lives in Florida and goes to college there. She's in town for Spring Training when she catches the interest of the new pitcher, Justin. He's a hot, inked up guy who oozes sex, but doesn't come across as a manwhore like most of the other players. He's interested in Grace and he means to have her. It doesn't take long for Grace to fall for Justin and soon they're engaged in a little FWB relationship with a couple of rules: exclusivity, absolute transparency, and no sleeping over. Everything is good until Grace's little secret (actually, make that big secret) comes out and blindsides Justin. How will he react when this secret affects him and his career?

I really like Spring Training. Grace and Justin are super sexy together and a perfect match for each other. She with her shy, untouched personality and he with his gentlemanly manners but hot, dominating manner in the bedroom. Out of all of KB's sports romances, I have to say that Justin and Grace are the hottest couple! Something about them together makes their contrasts really sexy. Can't wait for more of KB's sports romances.

I received an ARC for an honest review.
1,917 reviews7 followers
May 9, 2017
Grace has worked for her father and her beloved Warriors for several years. She is their stat person and enjoys doing the "numbers" for the club. While she is constantly surrounded by athletes she had not allowed herself to be drawn into their world. She knows that spring training is just a smorgasbord for the athletes to hook up with very willing women/girls.
This summer things are a bit different when Justin Calloway joins the team. The golden boy has everyone talking and all the women swooning. Grace barely gives it a thought until she sees him. With her girlfriend Farrah's voice in her head she gives him a look and can't stop looking.
This is a sweet story that shows how when you are looking for one thing something else may happening that is completely unexpected.
Grace didn't want to "hook-up" with a baller during spring training but there is something about Justin that draws her to him. Will she just be a fling? Can she handle that?
Justin has set his sights on Grace. He will get her into his bed. He figures she will be a good distraction for spring training. But will he be able to just "use her" and leave her like all the others?
A quick read that will put a smile on your face.
1,259 reviews6 followers
May 13, 2017
I voluntarily review Spring Training by K. B. Winters for receiving an Advanced Reader Copy.

This is another great book by a great author. I hope this is the first in a series of books.
Grace was an innocent geeky girl who loved stats. Justin was pitcher for team her dad owned although he did not now that. Justin set out to get close to Grace with the intention of just screwing her and then leaving like he did with all the others. When he finds out he has been screwing the boss's daughter he is pissed. She just walks away after asking him what the big deal is because this was just casual sex anyway. But he never asked what her last name was only her first. If he had asked her last name, knowing she was from the same city, he would have found out who she was.
Then he hears two of his teammates cornering her and almost threatening her sexually and he comes unglued and attacks one of them.
Will they be able to work things out and stay together even though she is staying in Florida for the next 8 months to finish college and he is going back to Oklahoma City? What does her dad do when he finds out?
Profile Image for ViolinVixen.
535 reviews26 followers
May 8, 2017
This spring training session brings the heat! A fun, sexy baseball romance!

Grace is at spring training camp to keep track of stats. She's a statistician for a pro ball team and is used to being around hot, horny athletes all the time. She's not used to them noticing her though and she's sure not used to them showing any interest in her.

Justin Calloway is a star pitcher. Women fall at his feet, but he's starting to get tired of the usual cleat chasers. He's intrigued by the nerdy, beautiful Grace and he loves watching her blush when he flirts with her. Justin enjoys getting a reaction out of Grace, but it's turning into more than that. He likes spending time with her. He wants to see where this could go. He doesn't know who Grace really is though and the truth could ruin any chance they have of happiness.

Fun, quick, steamy sports romance by one of my favourite authors! :) Loved it!
Profile Image for Rene .
739 reviews11 followers
May 13, 2017
Grace is a college student who is doing stats for spring training. She likes to stay away from all publicly and out of the limelight.
Justin is the star pitcher. He isn't like the rest of the pitchers. They like to just go out party and pick up as many women as they could to have SEX with but Justin doesn't want just any woman he has set his sights on Grace.
When they finally go out she ends up telling him that she is a virgin thinking it will scare him off but in fact Justin finds it incredibly sexy. When they decide it's time to make love Justin sets some rules and Grace agrees with him but she does hold one thing back. When Justin learns the truth will he be able to forgive her?
I loved this book. It is an awesome story. I enjoyed reading how respectful Justin treated Grace.
KB Winters is an amazing writer and anyone who reads her books will fall in love with them. I received this book as an ARC copy for a voluntarily honest review.
359 reviews4 followers
June 3, 2017
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book but I also purchased it to keep and because there are bonus stories in the published version. I also happen to love anything written by KB Winters. Grace is the boss's daughter and a virgin. Justin is a first round draft pick and the baseball club's hot new pitcher. She runs stats for spring training and isn't interested in wasting time with bigshot baseball players. She still got another year to finish college and is staying with her mom in Florida. Justin can't keep his eyes off of her. She's so different from the other women that hang around and offer themselves to him and the other players. Justin just isn't interested in them. He wants Grace. Will he get her to go out to dinner with him? She isn't sure why he wants her. What will he do when he finds out she's a virgin? Would that be a deal breaker to an experienced guy like Justin? You need to read this captivating book!
2,600 reviews10 followers
August 11, 2017
What can I say, another hit written by KB Winters. I am never disappointed by anything that she decides to write about. Her stories are always well written and the storyline and characters are always wonderful. Spring Training is no different. Grace is a very quite young woman whose father is President of a MLB team. She is doing their stats for Spring Training and seems to find their star pitcher Justin very attractive. He seems to feel the same way about her. When they finally decide to do the "no commitment" thing, will things work out between them? What will happen if her father finds out? Will they be harassed due to her being young and a senior in college? I am not that reviewer that is going to tell you what happens but I can tell you to pick up this book and you will not be disappointed. Especially if you like to read KB's books. This one is a fast read as well. I voluntarily read an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book. I will be buying it though, that is how much I liked it.
369 reviews2 followers
May 9, 2017
I voluntarily ARC for honest review. This story take place in Warriors(MLB) spring training camp in Vero Beach Florida . Where Eastern college student major Grace Mansfield is the statistician for the Warriors. She is FaceTime with her best friend Farrah , talking about the new pitcher Justin Calloway all-star hot sexy cocky alpha playboy with gentleman side of him. Grace is shy smart curvy v-card carrier and self-sufficient. I love reading KB Winters books , she covers all the bases for a great story . I love and recommend this book to everyone 😆 😙 The strong structure storyline and well developed characters and supporting characters brilliant exquisitely well written . The story is drama rom-com emotional rollar coaster sizzling chemistry hot streamy explosives sex captivating hot tattoos and captivating from start to finish 💋 💖 . KB WINTERS BATTING AVERAGE : PERFECT GAME.
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820 reviews
May 9, 2017
Once again KB Winters has produced a home run baseball novella that is well written, brilliantly descriptive and dam right scorching at times! I loved Grace and her sweet but adventurous nature. I enjoyed seeing her blossom and grow as her relationship with Justin developed. I also very much enjoyed Justin, the cool, bad boy baseball pitcher who has women falling at his feet but intrigued by the one who appears uninterested. Justin is protective, patient and down and dirty at times! Together they make a great couple, even against all odds!

This novella plays out perfectly and I love the HEA KB gives Grace and Justin. My only hope is that we may see more of this cute couple in future books. As any good author does though, KB leaves you simply wanting more!

I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reading Copy of this book.
Profile Image for Erin.
1,853 reviews32 followers
May 13, 2017
This is a sport romance, but not an average one.
Grace is doing the stats for spring training, just like she does for some years now. But this year is different, Justin is on the field. And he is paying attention to her. Why she doesn't understand. But she feels attracted to him too. But she doesn't want it.

But Justin isn't like the other players. He doesn't want every night a different woman in his bed. He wants Grace and he goes for it. She tries to resist him, but soon he gets her to enjoy time with him.
When they finally are together not only on dates but also having hot and steamy moments, there is a secret from her side which blows everything up. I didn't see that one coming.

Will it be alright in the end again? For that you have to read the book. You won't regret it.
You can read this as a standalone book.
150 reviews1 follower
May 8, 2017
The Game of Baseball Just Keeps Getting Hotter

Justin Calloway is new to the Oklahoma City Warriors . Grace Mansfield is in her senior year of college and works as the statistician for the team . Justin is drawn to her and flirts with her . The chemistry between them is hot . Things heat up between them and she has to tell him she a virgin. . Things only get hotter from there and they start out as a spring fling . It becomes more and than Justin finds out she is the daughter of the teams President . If only the real game of baseball was as hot as this book . Bonus you get two more story . This is a must read for baseball romance fans or fans of sports romances . It is one hot must read .
Profile Image for Jennifer McCarthy.
627 reviews1 follower
May 8, 2017
I received an ARC for my honest review.

This story was short, hot and sweet. Justin was a new member to the Warriors and in town for Spring Training. Grace a statistician for the team is quickly on Justin's radar. She has been around the team for a long time and knows not to get involved with a spring fling. I love that he is a sweet guy not just looking for the next hook up like the rest of his team mates although he has RULES. The rules are in place so that they are both safe, honest and on a short fling. Grace is a virgin but quickly falls for Justin and gives it away to him pretty quickly. They fell quick for each other, but there was a small twist that I wasn't expecting. I loved the book and would highly recommend it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Profile Image for Jackie D.
1,845 reviews26 followers
May 8, 2017
Justin Calloway is a ladies man- The idea of the women dropping at his feet doesn't do it for him anymore. So when Grace comes along during Spring Training Camp to do the stats for the Baseball team, he sees something in her, something different.
He's the Star Pitcher; Grace cannot understand why he is showing her all this attention, he enjoys getting her riled up by messing with her.
What starts out as something for fun, short term, turns into more than either of them saw coming.
Funny, sexy and sweet with a side of awe come on I need a hug! I loved this book. The connection between the characters was fantastic, loved watching them grow together. A one sitting great sports romance!
I voluntarily read an advanced readers copy of this book

Profile Image for Tracey.
240 reviews
May 11, 2017
The story is about Grace who is a 21 year old college senior who has remained a virgin. She is working as a statistician for the Oklahoma City Warriors baseball team. Her friend Farrah talks to her about how hot the new pitcher Justin is who is considered a bad boy. She is adamant about not getting involved with any of the baseball players.

Grace and Justin seem to bump into each other at different times and are drawn to each other. Grace seems to be caught by Justin when she is checking him out. But she tries to cover it up by looking like she is only working on their stats.

I recommend that you check out this story to find out if the spark between Grace and Justin starts the flame burning or do they get burnt. It is a must read!

I received this Arc in exchange for an honest review
1,600 reviews9 followers
May 8, 2017
I love this book. It was sweet, romantic and sexy all rolled into one. I loved Grace. She was so unsure of herself. She tried to be invisible and blend in. Justin was super hot and sexy. There was something about Grace that just pulled him in. He thought he did not want forever but just for now. He had rules but we all know that rules are meant to be broken !! This book is a lot of fun because in the end it is all about those broken rules and feelings that happen when you least expect them too. I give this book 5 stars. It is must read for sure.
I voluntarily read an advanced reader's copy for an honest review.
Profile Image for Sophie Koufes.
1,993 reviews28 followers
May 8, 2017
Wow! 5*+! Love it! Fantastic! Another homerun hit out of the park. Justin Calloway is a pro-league baseball player for Warriors of Oklahoma & currently in spring training in Florida. Grace Mansfield is a statistician major & currently working for the warriors getting the players stats. I devoured this decadently delicious & spicy sexy novel in one sitting. Only complaint too short! A sweet & funny sports romance novel that heats up with smokin hot chemistry & a explosive secret. I highly recommend reading this bad boy sports romance novel as it scores a homerun & keep's you glued to your kindle. I volunteerly reviewed an advanced reading copy of this book.
2,535 reviews87 followers
May 8, 2017
Being surrounded by baseball players has never fazed Grace, but one player is now pulling her eyes off her work. Justin knows that the baseball life isn't always pretty, but he attempts to keep his name clean. Instant attraction between the two blooms, but each want something different. Will Grace give into their attraction? Will Justin want a relationship even after he finds out who she really is?

Another KB Winters hit! Loved these two together and how Grace while knowing the numbers wasn't fazed by the other baseball players. Justin while saying he didn't want anything long term, even acknowledged that there was something different about her! Can't wait for more from this author!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
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138 reviews8 followers
May 8, 2017
It may be Spring but the heat is on when sexy baseball pitcher Justin sets his eye on Grace a statistician and daughter of the team owner. Grace has been waiting for the right man to give herself to. Has she found that man in Justin or is he just after a quick hook up during Spring training?
The book is hot, as are the two main characters and even though Grace is a feminist she could easily get used to the way she is treated by Justin. He is the epitome of a southern gentleman and possessive to boot.
You have another winner here KB cannot wait for the next book to come out.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
2,295 reviews18 followers
May 9, 2017
What a great story by K.B. Winters about a star pitcher, Justin, and the woman who catches his eye, Grace. What I loved about this story is that Justin was not a man wh***, he wasn't a saint but he didn't bed every woman that gave him attention. He was particular about his women and Grace fit that bill. Grace was innocent until she met Justin and now she starts having feelings for the first time about a man.
There was also no excess drama involving other women or exes, which was also refreshing. It was about two people finding each other and reading how they both finally realized that there were meant for each other.
*I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book*
Profile Image for Shelly Celli.
2,248 reviews6 followers
May 10, 2017
This was an absolute fantastic read. Justin and Gracie are so similar, but their differences make things a little more interesting. Gracie's virginity makes her a little shy, but she gracefully puts herself in Justin's ands and finds out just how steamy things can be. Justin isn't looking for a relationship, but when he loses Gracie, he's lost. Saving her from major problems makes him realize what he's got and gets him to thinking about the future. But the problem is, Gracie's in Florida and he's in Oklahoma, and there's no telling where she may end up working.

I'm voluntarily reviewing an advanced reader copy of this book.
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349 reviews5 followers
May 11, 2017
Trained very well.

I voluntarily read an advanced readers copy of this book and I enjoyed it. I love the series. Justin eyes the sexy girl in the stat booth and is not able to keep her off his mind.

Grace is a statistician and a virgin. She's almost done with college and plans on going back to Oklahoma. She loves baseball and her dad owns the Warriors that Justin is the pitcher for.

Grace encounters Justin at the vending machine and helps her get a soda. He realizes that he's going to have her and won't give up until he does. The only problem is that will once be enough for him? Will he walk away once he finds she's the owner's daughter? Must read to find out. ❤
Profile Image for Judy.
1,791 reviews
May 7, 2017
Grace is a 21 year old college student who does stats on baseball players. She's as pure as the driven snow and her friend encourages her to rid herself of that V-card! She catches Justin watching her and smiling at her, but could a hunk like him be interested in her?

Justin is a baseball player and has his sights on Grace. But, what he doesn't know about her if he got involved could ruin his career!

Great, quick read! Loved Grace and Justin. My only issue with this book, is it was about 100 pages too short! I wanted so much more!!
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2,310 reviews13 followers
May 7, 2017
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. What an enjoyable, steamy and quick read. I loved the whole idea of this story. I thought Grace and Justin were great. The fact that she is a huge fan of baseball and knows her stats I found refreshing in a heroine's character. I also liked that Justin wasn't like all his other teammates who viewed spring training as a way to get as many girls as they could. Justin was different. He was taken by Grace from the beginning and took his time getting to know her and understood her fears. This was such a great read with a great HEA!
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