WCL Walla Walla Sweets

Sweets Expand Camp Offerings for Summer 2013

Published on March 15, 2013 under West Coast League (WCL)
Walla Walla Sweets News Release


WALLA WALLA, Wash. - Spring has arrived in Walla Walla and with that comes the start of baseball. With the college season in full swing, little league teams just gearing up, and the start of Walla Walla Sweets baseball just a few months away - the team will open the 2013 season on June 5- the Walla Walla Sweets are excited to announce the return of Camp #57, a week-long camp for youth ages 8 to 18, as well as the addition of Sweet Lou's Skills Camp presented by the YMCA for children ages 6 to 8. Each camp will offer local children the opportunity to improve their baseball skills with instruction from Sweets' pitching coach Mark Michaud and Sweets players.

"Camp #57 registration and attendance have grown exponentially over the last three seasons drawing kids from Pendleton and Tri-Cities," said Sweets vice president and general manager Zachary Fraser. "Last year we realized that we were missing a chance to reach younger children with our Camp #57 and decided that the addition of a camp for kids ages 6 to 8 would be beneficial. We've partnered with the Walla Walla YMCA to add Sweet Lou's Skills Camp which will allow Walla Walla's newest baseball players to learn from our coaches and players."

Sweet Lou's Skills Camp, presented by the YMCA, is for children ages 6 to 8 and will run from Wednesday, June 19 through Friday, June 21 from 9:00 A.M. until 12:00 P.M. at Borleske Stadium. Sweets coaches and players will instruct campers in foundational skills and drills. The cost to register is just $65 for individuals who sign up before May 20. Standard registration will be $80, and YMCA members can register their children for just $60. Campers will receive a camp t-shirt, a camp certificate, an individual picture with Sweet Lou, and a pizza party on June 21. Each child will also receive one General Admission ticket to the Sweets' game against the Medford Rogues on June 21.

Camp #57 presented by Pro-Build is for children ages 8 to 18 and will run from Tuesday, July 16 through Friday, July 19 from 9:00 A.M. until 12:00 P.M. at Borleske Stadium. Coach Michaud will be assisted by guest coaches and players from the Sweets' 2013 roster. The cost of the camp is just $70 if you sign up before June 24. Standard registration is $115 so those who register for the early bird special will see a saving of $45. Campers will receive a camp t-shirt, a camp photo, and a pizza party provided by Sweet Basil Pizza on Friday, July 19. Each child will also receive one General Admission ticket to the Sweets' game against the Bellingham Bells on the 19th, and all campers will have the chance to take the field with Sweets players during the announcement of the starting line-ups on July 19.

"It is my top priority to improve the skills of each individual camper," said Sweets' pitching coach Mark Michaud. "I believe that improving their skill level will create life-long enjoyment of the game."

The Walla Walla Sweets, in partnership with Family Medical Center will also present the "Double Play" Community Clinic on June 8 from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. at Borleske Stadium. The clinic is free to community children, and will be a chance for children to work on baseball basics while hanging out with Sweets players and coaches. Family Medical Center of Walla Walla will be present, providing free sports physicals and information for parents on preparing for the school year.

Sign up forms for Sweet Lou's Skills Camp and Camp #57 are available for download immediately at wallawallasweets.com/camps/. Sign up forms will be available for pickup from the Sweets Shoppe and at the Walla Walla YMCA beginning Monday, March 25. For additional questions about the camp please call 509.522.BALL or email katie@wallawallasweets.com. Walla Walla Sweets Opening Day, presented by Northwestern Mutual, is June 5 at 7:05 P.M. against the Bend Elks.

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