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PITCHING:
- Mechanics of wind-up and stretch/set deliveries
- Different grips and different pitches
- Setting up hitters
- Defensive plays for pitchers
- Pitchers' mechanical problems
CATCHING:
- Receiving the ball
- Throwing the ball
- The tag at home plate
- Blocking pitches in the dirt
- Pop-ups, bunts, and cut-offs
- Helping the pitchers get hitters out
- 7 C's of successful pitching and catching
- Preparation and fitness
- Mental aspects
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WHAT TO BRING:
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- Glove, cleats, (bring catcher's gear, if available).
- Water bottle and snacks.
- Dress for the weather!
- Smiles, positive attitudes, & enthusiasm for learning!
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EXPECTED OUTCOMES:
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- Lots of Fun!
- Opportunity to demonstrate baseball skills
- Up-to-date information
- Sound instruction and drills
- Effective coaching
- Verbal feedback for personal improvement
- Encouragement for success...in baseball & in life!
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INSTRUCTORS:
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Coaches of BOYS OF BASEBALL - NATIONAL TRAVEL TEAM
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COST:
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$35 payable to BOYS OF BASEBALL*
[Note: No player or family has ever missed out, or not participated, because of limited/lack of financial resources].
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HOW TO APPLY:
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- Call a contact person listed below and confirm participation.
- Arrive early at the field to complete the application process.
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KEY LOCAL CONTACTS:
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LODGING:
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Days Inn
1542 Whitehall Road
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 974-4440
Directions from the Bay Bridge:
- take Rts 50/301 west across the Bay Bridge
- take the first exit (Sandy Point St. Park)
- turn right to cross over the highway to Whitehall Rd..
- go right onto the Whitehall Road
- the Days Inn is about a mile or so on the left
Directions from Annapolis area:
- take Rts 50/301 east toward the Bay Bridge
- take exit 30 (Whitehall Rd.)
- go left , Days Inn is about 1/2 mi on right
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* BOYS OF BASEBALL - NATIONAL TRAVEL TEAM,
formed in 1995, is a
not-for-profit educational and
youth development charitable baseball
publicly-supported organization.
All contributions (beyond player participation
costs) are tax-deductible, and will help player/
family participation.
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Dr. Stephen E. Cosgrove,
Manager & Coach
BOYS OF BASEBALL - NATIONAL TRAVEL TEAM
1927 Watercrest Drive
Auburn, AL 36830
(334) 826-0307 Phone
Email:
info@boysofbaseball.com
Website: www.boysofbaseball.com
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