More about this camp
Coach Workman brings extensive experience as a former catcher in the Men’s Senior Baseball Leagues (Atlanta, Florida, and Arizona). Over the past three years, he has conducted multiple catching clinics and coached catchers across all SSYS age divisions. This clinic is designed to teach the specialized skills required behind the plate and help players build a strong foundation for continued growth.
Catching Clinic Ages 11-12 – Tuesday November 10, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Skills Covered:
Proper stances for signaling, receiving, and setting up to throw out runners
Mechanics of receiving, framing the plate, and protecting the throwing hand
Blocking technique for balls in the dirt and fielding flyouts
Quick-release throwing mechanics and strong throws to bases
Catcher leadership and developing rapport with pitchers
The goal is to create awareness, introduce specialized skills, and guide each player on how to continue improving through practice. Catching is a challenging position that takes time and repetition to master, and this clinic will help point players in the right direction.
What You Need to Participate:
Catching Gear: Each player must bring their own gear — catcher’s mitt, mask, chest protector, shin guards, and protective cup. If you do not have equipment, please let us know in advance. Limited gear may be available to borrow from the park.
Mindset: Catching requires courage, toughness, leadership, and athleticism.
Commitment: Participants should have a genuine interest in playing the position and be willing to continue practicing afterward.
Cost: $35 registration fee payable to SSYS at registration. (Final fee confirmation to follow.)
What to Expect:
The clinic is capped at 10 participants per session and is open to players with 2026 league ages 8–12 who already demonstrate basic catching and throwing skills.
Players will be paired by age, with each pair working directly with a coach on targeted drills. Coach Workman will rotate among groups for hands-on instruction.
Arrival: Please arrive at 6:00-6:15 PM on Field 1 to warm up and get set (start at 6:30)
Expect an energetic, focused, and fun learning environment!