The Absolutes of Catching
2009 Fall Camp

Objective: Deliver a competition-ready, fundamentally sound catcher who better understands what it takes to compete at the most difficult position in Baseball.

When: Monday and Wednesday evenings beginning October 19th for 4 weeks. Session Start Times to Be Determined. Approx. 5:30pm. For Students who cannot make both nights, alternate dates and times can be worked out.

Where: 1st Tn Fields / Indoor Facility – Absolute Training – Formerly D1

Who: Age Groups 8 through 16

Cost: $150 for 4 week camp (8 sessions - each session 1hr 15 minutes)

Topics Covered:

Blocking Mechanics
Framing and Positioning Mechanics
Throwing Mechanics
Footwork Mechanics
Covering Bunts
Passed Balls
Handling Pitchers
Giving Signals
Handling Plays at the Plate
Fielding Pop Ups
Drills to Improve Skills
Becoming the Leader of Your Team
Evaluating Your Progression

Instructor:

Kerry Sweeney- High School - 1985 (Bonnabel –Kenner/New Orleans-La) College -1986-1990(Freed – Hardeman University) Youth Baseball ( Memphis Tigers) Accomplishments – 2 time All city and All State / High School – 2 time NAIA All conference / College NABF World Series Championship Coach / Youth Coach
Please Bring Your own Catching Gear and Protective Cup

Contact: Kerry Sweeney @ 901-494-8407 or Ksweeny@att.blackberry.net for more info and sign ups.