Francis Howell Central High School

2025 Baseball Summer Camp

Baseball is the greatest sport in the world because it combines the mental and physical aspects a player can use for a lifetime. Baseball is a game of failure that tests a player’s resolve and dedication. It is a game that is made up of individual moments that combine to form a team outcome. Each moment is broken down into actions that are determined from hours of training. The pitcher working on his mechanics, the hitter working on his swing, the fielder working on his first steps, the movements of players reacting to the outcome determined from the other team. These traits make baseball an uncommon masterpiece. The success of your team is based on both the individual moments and the cohesiveness of the team.

Location: FHC Baseball Field

Equipment: Glove, Bat, Hat, Pants, Spikes and Water Bottle

CAMP AGENDA (times listed for 1st session)

Monday

Topic: Throwing a baseball. Players will learn the proper mechanics to throw a baseball including the grip and arm position. Players will then be divided by position and work on individual throwing skills.

• 9:00 - 9:25 Stretch and Throw
• 9:25 - 9:45 Throwing Progressions
• 9:45 - 10:05 Throwing for accuracy & speed
  • All players will have their throws clocked by a radar gun.
• 10:10 - 11:00 Practice Game

Tuesday

Topic: Fielding a baseball. Players will learn the Spartan 6F’s of fielding a baseball and fundamentals involved. Players will then be divided by position and work on individual throwing skills.

• 9:00 - 9:25 Stretch & Throw
• 9:25 - 9:45 Mechanics of Fielding
• 9:45 - 10:05 Catchers, Infielders & Outfielders Fielding
• 10:10 - 11:00 Practice Game

Wednesday

Topic: Hitting a baseball. Players will learn the proper mechanics to hit a baseball including the grip, stance and swing. Players will then drill stations focusing on all aspects of hitting.

• 9:00 - 9:25 Stretch & Throw
• 9:25 - 9:45 Mechanics of Hitting
• 9:45 - 10:05 Soft Toss, Tee Drill, Measure bat speed using a radar gun.
• 10:10 - 11:00 Practice Game

Thursday

Topic: Playing your position. Players will learn the proper mechanics to effectively play their position. Players will then be divided by position and work on individual throwing skills.

• 9:00 - 9:25 Stretch & Throw
• 9:25 - 9:45 Defensive Strategies
• 9:45 - 10:05 Pitchers & Catchers, Infielders & Outfielders 10:10 – 11:00
  • Contests (Fastest Spartan, Bunting Champion, 4-Corners Champion, Fielding Champion, among other awards).

Contact: Nick Beckmann at nicholas.beckmann@fhsdschools.org