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PREMIER MIDWEST CATCHERS CAMP returns to Ripon College over the Christmas Holiday Break
December 27, 2009 --
This is one of the few camps in the country that will focus 100% on catching and improving the skills of the leader on the baseball field. Campers can expect specific progressions on proper throwing mechanics, blocking, receiving, pitch calling, fielding, plays at the plate, pop ups, leadership, communication and the relationship with the pitcher. Another unique element that elevates this camp is that each camper will receive two video clips of their throwing action sent their email address that can be played back on their computer’s media player. Each catcher will also receive a detailed written evaluation directly from Darin Everson sent via email. Below is an actual example of a written evaluation from our 2008 Premier Midwest Catchers Camp:
Johnny Catcher - Anywhere, WI - Junior in 2009
Best Throwing Velocity: 65 MPH
Best TT2: 2.20 seconds
Pretty good with your square set up; having six eyes square to the pitcher - work to stay square in your set up on every pitch. Keep working on your flexibility. When you work to stay more relaxed in your set ups it will allow you to give your pitcher the best possible target. Try to show a big target for the pitcher and keep your elbow relaxed in your SHOW-RELAX-RECEIVE. Continue to work on having good flexion in your left arm to help with your receiving; keeping your hands as soft as they can be throughout. Remember to keep your elbow on or outside your left knee. We think the paddle drill is a great drill for you to work on staying relaxed within your set ups. When playing catch be sure to get the ball to your bare hand as soon as the ball hits your glove. With your throwing action, we want to minimize your right foot step; get that right foot to get down as quickly as possible in your R-L throw action and try to gain ground toward 2nd base with your short step. I think your time to 2nd base will be lowered when your right foot learns to be short and quick. With your blocking you do a good job with your glove. Looks like you block with good balance, but we feel you need to get wider and lower with your body - you can help this by working on getting your ankles more flat to the ground; this will naturally get your body lower and give your body smaller holes to cover with your glove. Good job overall and keep working to improve. Hopefully we can help you fulfill your goals for baseball and catching.
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PITCHING & CATCHING CAMP RECEIVES POSITIVE FEEDBACK
November 11, 2007 --
We are pleased to announce our next large group camp with our Pitcher & Catcher Advanced Instruction Camp at Oregon, WI. This is another opportunity for our campers to continue to refine their pitching mechanics while receiving top-level instruction from our E.B.A. Pitching Coordniator, Mike Broderick. All catchers will be working on all of the fundamental skills including catching bullpens with pitchers their like-age. The lead instructor for our catchers will be E.B.A. Director and former minor league catcher, Darin Everson. We look forward to having your enhance your skills in the important off-season.
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Mukwonago Defensive Campers Get Valuable Proper Repetitions
Our coaching staff consisted of three professional players, one professional manager, two college coaches and a member of USA baseball. Thank you to all of the campers who worked hard to improve their defensive skills today! All of the infielders received valuable instruction from our outstanding staff: Eric Cruise-Ripon College, Kevyn Feiner-Cincinnati Reds, Ryan Curry-Florida Marlins and Ryan Anetsberger-Florida Marlins. The catchers received their valuable information from Darin Everson-Florida Marlins, Mike Broderick-USA Baseball and John Dunlavy-Ripon College. All of the campers had great work ethic throughout the camp and we look forward to seeing how many players landed in our All-Time Top Tens throwing MPH. We look forward to seeing all of you at a future camp. We are dedicated to your preparation!
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Catcher & Infield Camp Received Positive Feedback
February 3, 2007 - 01:00 PM --
Our Catcher & Infield camp this past weekend had one of the best coaching staff you can find at any camp. Our staff brought together current AAA Manager for the Kansas City Royals, Mike Jirschele; current Minor League Infielder for the Kansas City Royals, Jeremy Jirschele; former Baltimore Orioles Minor League Catcher and current Frontier League baseball coach, Sean Patrick, as well as Darin Everson, Mike Broderick, Brian Anderson, Kevin Connor and Mike Zuelke. The feedback from the parents and players was overwhelmingly positive and we are looking forward to keep in touch with those campers to check on their favorite part of the camp.
Congratulations to all of the campers who worked so hard during the camp. We wish you the best for the upcoming season.
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PITCHING & CATCHING CAMP Helps Campers With Specific Skills
October 13, 2007 --
Congratulations to all of the pitchers and catchers who worked to improve their specific baseball skills on the 13th of October in Ripon on Ripon College Baseball Field. E.B.A. Pitching Coordinator, Mike Broderick and Ripon College Pitching Coach, Eric Cruise, worked to refine the deliveries of the pitching campers. Florida Marlins Minor League Manager, Darin Everson, worked all the catchers through the important catching fundamentals ranging from valuable receiving, blocking and throwing drills. Ripon College Assistant Coach, John Dunlavy, worked specifically on the catcher's receiving skills during their bullpen times. Great job on a one of the last beautiful days of the Fall.
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