ABERDEEN, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ripken Baseball, in partnership with Sports Authority, one of the largest full-line sporting goods retailers in the United States and Puerto Rico, are collaborating to host two free youth Baseball Field Days throughout Orlando and St. Petersburg, Florida. Each Field Day clinic will provide participants with team training exercises that incorporate educational lessons and encompass the joys of baseball.
“We are thrilled to once again partner with Sports Authority for the opportunity to give back to our youth around the country,” said Colin Clark, Vice President of Brand Marketing for Ripken Baseball. “These clinics are a terrific way to provide young ballplayers with the proper fundamentals of the game and the value of playing the Ripken Way.”
All registered Field Day participants will receive on-field instruction from Ripken Baseball coaches and engage in a variety of skill stations focused on infield, outfield, pitching, hitting and agility fundamentals. Additionally, representatives from esteemed brands in baseball, including Under Armour, Easton, Rawlings and Wilson, will be on-site to showcase latest products and innovations at the free vendor expo. Players and members of the community can also visit the vendor expo for professional fittings, games, prizes and much more.
“Providing meaningful youth programs that allow players to learn and play the game they love is incredibly important to us,” said Michael Foss, Chief Executive Officer of Sports Authority. “Our partnership with Ripken Baseball to host clinics has given Sports Authority an opportunity to provide educational programs that not only enrich the lives of youth but also the communities where they play.”
Ripken Baseball and Sports Authority instructors will lead the clinics in Orlando on January 30 at Kissimmee Little League Fields and Tampa/St. Petersburg on February 6 at Northwest Park during morning (9am–12pm) and afternoon (1–4pm) sessions. The first 150 youth players, ages 6–12, who register online at www.ripkenbaseball.com/sports_authority_clinics will be guaranteed a spot in one of the two sessions per day. The events are also open to parents, friends and members of the community who are interested in supporting and taking part in the day’s events.
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About Ripken Baseball
The mission of Ripken Baseball is to inspire athletes through remarkable experiences. Ripken Baseball currently owns and operates multiple Minor League Baseball teams and plays host to numerous youth tournaments, camps and clinics at The Ripken Experience Aberdeen powered by Under Armour baseball complex in Maryland, The Ripken Experience Myrtle Beach in South Carolina, and The Ripken Experience Pigeon Forge in Tennessee.
About Sports Authority
Headquartered in Englewood, CO, Sports Authority is one of the largest full-line sporting goods retailers, with 463 locations across 41 states and Puerto Rico. Sports Authority offers a broad range of sporting goods from leading brands and is the active family’s destination for footwear, apparel, fitness, team sports and outdoor recreation. The League by Sports Authority, a free and easy rewards program, offers members 5% back after they earn 100 points or more during a quarterly period. For a list of store locations and information, or to shop online, visit www.sportsauthority.com. Sports Authority also owns and operates nine S.A. Elite by Sports Authority locations that offer a premiere assortment of high-end performance apparel, footwear and accessories. Visit www.saelite.com for more information. Follow Sports Authority on Facebook http://facebook.com/SportsAuthority and Twitter @SportsAuthority.
