PLAY BASEBALL DETROIT COMMUNITY CLINIC TOMORROW AT WILLIAM CLAY FORD FIELD
WHAT: Tigers pitching coach Jeff Jones along with assistant hitting coach David Newhan, third base coach Dave Clark and strength and conditioning coordinator Kyle Bergman will host a youth baseball clinic for 90 children from the Woodbridge Community Center as a part of the Tigers “Play Baseball Detroit” program.
WHEN: Saturday, June 27, 2015
9:00 a.m. – 10:55 a.m.
(The clinic is NOT open to the public)
WHERE: William Clay Ford Field
1200 W. Canfield St.
Detroit, MI 48201
WHY: “Play Baseball Detroit” is a comprehensive youth baseball outreach program dedicated to strengthening and expanding youth baseball and softball programs in the greater Detroit region. Community clinics help youth baseball and softball organizations develop stronger programs and recruit new players.
Major League Baseball and USA Baseball announced the launch of “PLAY BALL,” a significant new initiative that will encourage widespread participation in all forms of baseball activities among all age groups, especially youth.
The new program will highlight the many ways baseball can be played, including outside of the traditionally-organized baseball leagues and tournaments, ranging from playing catch, stickball and wiffle ball to participating in skills competitions like “Pitch, Hit & Run.” The initiative also will provide players, parents and coaches with the information and resources to help with proper play and instruction. Visit PlayBall.org for more details.
CONTACT: Tigers Media Relations (313) 471-2000.