Pitcher & Catcher School


 

 


  • Summary:
    • This session is designed for athletes who desire intensive and in-depth instruction in the skills and psychology of pitching and catching.
    • Pitching instruction includes all components of speed and power through quality mechanics. Moving pitches (rise, drop, curve, off-speed) are also taught. Pitchers receive personalized instruction with great attention to detail.
    • Catching instruction includes stance, pick-offs, receiving, framing, blocking, passed balls, tag plays, bunts, and pop-ups.
    • Pitchers and catchers learn how to call and pitch a game, how to read a hitter and about the importance of mental and physical strength and fitness.
    • Hitting and fielding instruction is also provided at each session.
    • Enrollment is strictly limited to 90 pitchers and 50 catchers.
       
  • Location
  • Rates:
    • On Campus Resident: $475. (On campus players stay in UMASS dorms)
    • Off campus Commuter: $400. (Off campus players commute daily to sessions)
       
  • Check-in Time & Location:

    • Sunday July 11th, 2010 starting at 4:00 pm

    • Location: TBD
       
    • Pick-up Time & Location:

    • Wednesday, July 14thth, 2010

    • Location: UMass Softball Complex
    • 11:00 am:  Camp Olympics Begin* at UMass Softball Complex - Parents are highly encouraged to attend. 
    • 11:30 am:  Closing Ceremony / Players released to dormitory for checkout.
    • In the event of rain, camp olympics/pickup will be in the Boyden Gymnasium.
       
  • Late Check-in:
    • Arrangements for tournament players can be made. Contact the UMass Softball Office At 413-545-9588.
       
  • Off-Campus Commuters:
    • Off Campus Commuters should be dropped off at the UMASS Softball Complex each day between 8:30AM - 8:45AM. They should be picked up at the UMASS Softball Complex each day at 8:30PM. Off-Campus Commuters will be served lunch and dinner each day.
       
  • Age and Experience:
    • Athletes will be grouped by age and experience and must be at least 10 years of age and no older than 18 years old to be an on campus resident or participant in the softball school.
       
  • Player Handbook:
    • Download the Player Handbook at the link below:

       Player Handbook

Typical Day  (times subject to change)
7:30 AM Wake Up
8:00 AM Breakfast (On Campus Students in UMASS Dining Hall)
8:30 - 8:45 AM Drop-off for Commuting Students
9:00 AM Morning Session
11:45 AM Lunch in UMASS Dining Hall
1:15 PM Afternoon Session
4:30 PM Dinner in UMASS Dining Hall
6:30 PM Evening Session
8:30 PM Commuter Pick-up; Return to dorm.

 
 
 
 
 
2010 online registration is available now!