Wheeling Jesuit University

Summer Softball Camp

Monday July 27th

thru

Friday July 31st

 

 

CAMP INFO

 

Grades 9-12  9am-1pm  $150

Grades 6-8  3pm-7pm   $150

This camp will provide instruction to players of all positions. Players will work at a primary position and a secondary position.  Skills learned will be put together in scrimmage games at the end of each session.  Players will also be participating in dynamic warm-ups and physical training for softball performance.

PITCHERS (offense included)
Our pitching instruction will stress the fundamentals of throwing fastpitch and will be geared toward increasing speed and gaining control of their pitches.

CATCHERS (offense included)
Catchers will receive instruction on stance, blocking balls, throwing to bases, pop-ups, signal calling, and knowledge of the strike zone rules. Game defensive strategy will also be discussed.

INFIELDERS/OUTFIELDERS (offense included)
Instruction for all fielders will include throwing, fielding, and position work. Team defensive strategy and play making will also be discussed.

OFFENSIVE BREAKDOWN (base running & hitting)
Athletes will practice the proper hitting techniques through various drills including tee work, soft toss, hitting machines, and front toss. Bunting and slapping will be instructed.

PERFORMANCE TRAINING                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Athletes will perform dynamic warm-up exercises and learn how to properly execute weight training exercises.  Athletes will be closely supervised and will perform exercises with age-appropriate loads.  This session will be a teaching session, designed for participants to learn proper training technique.  If camper has a physical condition that prevents them from participating in this session, please note on the medical release.

* We will also time athletes on home to 1st, home to 2nd, and home to home.

 

REGISTRATION INFO

 

·         Cost for each camper is $150. 

·         Pre-registration with payment in full is required.  Deadline for registration is July 24th, however, camp is limited to 30 athletes in each session, so early registration is encouraged.

·         Each camper will receive a WJU Softball t-shirt. 

·         In case of rain, camp will be held in the McDonough Center gym.   For Directions Visit: www.wju.edu/about/directions_tour.asp

 

·         Summer camp will be taught by the Wheeling Jesuit University coaching staff and players.

 

WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP
Softball equipment should include glove, batting gloves, helmet and bat. Catchers should bring their own equipment. Clothing should include: gym shoes, cleats, socks, shorts, t-shirt, sweats and a jacket. Water will be provided-campers may bring other drinks.  Be sure to label all equipment and personal items. WJU will not be responsible for any lost or stolen items.

 

Please fill out the registration form below in its entirety, including the medical release, and send with your $150 payment to:

 

                                                                                                            Bill Vasko, Softball Coach

                                                                                                                                                Wheeling Jesuit University

                                                                                                                                                316 Washington Ave.

                                                                                                                                                Wheeling, WV 26003

 

Make Checks Payable To:    Bill Vasko

 

For questions, please contact us:

bvasko@wju.edu

Phone: 304-243–2003

 

Registration Form

 

PARTICIPANT’S NAME:

____________________________________________

SCHOOL:

____________________________________________

HOME ADDRESS:

____________________________________________

____________________________________________

HOME PHONE NUMBER:

____________________________________

EMAIL ADDRESS:

____________________________________________

AGE:________ GRADUATION YEAR:__________

PARENTS NAMES:

____________________________________________

_________________________________________

T-SHIRT SIZE - CIRCLE ONE:

ADULT    S    M    L    XL

CHOOSE SESSION:

____ Entering grade 9-12 - 9am-1pm  $150

____ Entering grade 6-8 - 3pm-7pm  $150

PRIMARY POSITION - CIRCLE ONE:

Pitcher    Catcher    Infield    Outfield

SECONDARY POSITION - CIRCLE ONE:

Pitcher    Catcher    Infield    Outfield

 

 

Medical Release

 

 My daughter ___________________________________ has had a recent physical exam and is physically able to participate in all camp activities.  As parent/guardian of the participant named above, do hereby authorize the director of the camp and the subordinates, to see to any medical and/or surgical treatment, which is reasonably thought to be necessary for the case of my child.  The program director is authorized to provide medical treatment for my child, and I shall be fully responsible for honoring such costs.  I also authorize the medical facility to release all information needed to complete insurance claims.  I hereby release camp staff, Wheeling Jesuit University, and employees from all claims resulting from any injuries that may be sustained by my child while attending Softball Camp.

 

Parent Signature: _____________________________________   Date: _______________

Any medications participant is currently taking: _________________________________

Any medical/physical conditions participant has that camp staff should be aware of: __________________________________________________________________________

Emergency Contact Name & Phone Numbers: ____________________________________

Medical Insurance Company: _____________________________________Insurance Phone: _________________________

Policy Number: ____________________________