MORGANTOWN, W.Va. - The West Virginia University baseball coaching staff will hold several camps in June and July, both in Morgantown and throughout West Virginia.
The camps, which features instruction from the WVU coaching staff, are designed to provide the best learning experience and quality instruction on the basis of fundamentals. Camps held in Morgantown will take place at Monongalia County Ballpark. Those interested in attending a camp can sign up at WVUsports.com/camps. Camps are open to any and all entrants.
The summer begins with three Youth Camps, on June 22, 23 and 24. A Father and Son Camp will take place on June 11-12, which includes an overnight stay on the Monongalia County Ballpark field. Two Pitching/Catching Camps and Hitting/Infield Camps will take place on July 11 and 12.
Travel Camps will be held in Martinsburg on June 27, Wheeling on June 29 and Nitro on July 1. The summer camp season concludes with a two-day Prospect Camp, August 13-14 at Monongalia County Ballpark.
Youth, Travel and Father and Son Camp:
Players will be instructed on the techniques and fundamentals of hitting, pitching, infield, outfield, catching, base running, bunting, cutoffs and relays, rundowns and sliding. Games will be played to emphasize the techniques learned in our daily instruction as part of the Youth and Father and Son Camp. All players will be grouped according to age and ability. For the duration of camp, players will remain with their assigned group as they rotate through stations and drills.
Pitching/Catching and Hitting/Infield Camp
Players will be instructed on the key components of these four critical positions. Pitchers will learn skills like mechanics, delivery drills, grips, conditioning and controlling the running game. Catchers will receive instruction on mobility drills, receiving, blocking and throwing. Infielders will receive instruction on footwork, fielding and tag plays. Hitters will be instructed on grip, stance and swing path. Campers interested in attending both the Pitching/Catching and Hitting/Infield Camps can sign up for both at a reduced cost of $250.
Prospect Camp
Created specifically for high school players, campers will be provided instruction along with the opportunity to showcase their abilities in a pro style workout and in-game situations for the camp staff. Camp personnel will include the West Virginia University baseball staff, along with other college coaches.
Youth Camp
Dates: June 22, 23 and 24, 2016
Wednesday and Thursday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Check-in/Registration: Monongalia County Ballpark, 8-9 a.m.
Cost: $250 (per camper)
Father and Son Camp – Overnight camp with tents on the field.
Dates: June 11-12, 2016
Check-in/Registration: Monongalia County Ballpark, 8-9 a.m.
Checkout: Sunday 12 p.m.
Cost: $250 (per camper)
Pitching/Catching Camp
Dates: July 11 and 12, 2016
Check-in/Registration: Monongalia County Ballpark, 8-9 a.m.
Checkout: 12 p.m.
Cost: $150 (per camper)
Hitting/Infield
Dates: July 11 and 12, 2016
Check-in/Registration: Monongalia County Ballpark, 12-1 p.m.
Checkout: 4 p.m.
Cost: $150 (per camper)
Travel Camps
June 27, 2016 - Martinsburg, W.Va.
June 29, 2016 - Wheeling, W.Va.
July 1st, 2016 - Nitro, W.Va.
Cost: $100 (per camper)
Prospect Camp
Dates: August 13-14, 2016
Check-in/Registration: Monongalia County Ballpark, 8-9 a.m.
Checkout: Sunday 4 p.m.
Cost: $200 (per camper)
Season tickets for the 2016 WVU baseball season are on sale now. Fans can join the excitement of WVU baseball and contribute to the home field advantage at Monongalia County Ballpark by calling 1-800-WVU GAME, purchasing tickets at
WVUGAME.com or visiting the Mountaineer Ticket Office at the WVU Coliseum. More information on season tickets and the 30-game home schedule can be found at
WVUsports.com.
