WINTER HITTING & PITCHING CAMP

Cowgirl Softball hosts an annual one-day winter hitting and pitching camp. There will be three different two-hour sessions for both hitters and pitchers to choose from. The OSU Softball Coaching Staff will be the main instructors for this camp and Cowgirl Softball student-athletes will serve as camp counselors.

Camp Cost: $75.00 Online registration only - Available beginning October 10th

HITTING CAMP:
The hitting sessions will be held in our Indoor Hitting Facility that is located in the building behind our softball field (see map for location). Depending on weather conditions, some stations may be outside; dress accordingly. Please bring any hitting equipment that you own (bat, batting gloves, helmet, etc.).

Each hitting session will last two hours and will include rotating through stations designed to improve every aspect of the players' swing and approach at the plate. Each session is limited to the first 40 campers in order to maximize instruction and repetition. Sessions are limited to ages 12-18. Please enroll in the hitting session of your choice. Check-in will begin 30 minutes before each session.

Hitting Session I: 9:00 - 11:00AM (Ages 12-18)
Hitting Session II: 12:00 - 2:00PM (Ages 12-18)
Hitting Session III: 3:00 - 5:00PM (Ages 12-18)

PITCHING CAMP:
Assistant Coach Clarisa Crowell will be the instructor for all pitching camps. The pitching sessions will be held in Gallagher-Iba Arena's Auxiliary Gym (see map for location). Please provide your own catcher (if your catcher is under the age of 18 they MUST wear a catcher's mask). Each pitching session is limited to the first 18 campers. Check-in will begin 30 minutes before each session.

Pitching Session I: 9:00 - 11:00AM (All Ages)
"Fastball Mechanics & Speed Development"
This session will focus on the basic fundamentals of the windmill pitch and speed development. Pitchers will learn numerous drills that are designed to help improve all facets of the pitch including wrist snap, arm circle and leg drive. This session is open to all ages.

Pitching Session II: 12:00 - 2:00PM (6th-12th grade)
"Alternate Pitches"
This session will focus solely on the development of alternate pitches including change up, rise, drop, curve, and screw ball. It will be assumed that all pitchers attending this session have a thorough understanding of fastball mechanics.

Pitching Session III: 3:00 - 5:00PM (6th-12th grade)
"Speed, Strength & Endurance"
This session will be focus on the development of speed, strength, and endurance. It will be assumed that all pitchers attending this session have a thorough understanding of fastball mechanics.

*Please note that all pitching sessions will take place in Gallagher-Iba Arena's Auxiliary Gym (see map for location). All pitchers should wear turf or tennis shoes in the gym. In case of inclement weather, please do not wear your pitching shoes outside to avoid tracking in dirt, mud, water, grass, etc onto the gym floor (i.e. wear a pair of shoes for outside, and bring another pair of shoes for inside). Thank you for your cooperation.

• Click Here To Register Online

SUMMER CAMP

There are two summer sessions available. The first is an advanced camp for high-school aged students who are entering the ninth grade in the fall. The second is an intermediate camp for 8-14 year olds. Campers may choose to stay overnight in our campus dorms, or commute. ONLY online registration is allowed (Starting April 1st).

Commuter Schedule
Drop Off: 9:00 am Cowgirl Stadium
Pick up: 9:00 pm Cowgirl Stadium
Lunch and dinner will be provided

COACHING CLINIC

Join Cowgirl Softball Head Coach, Rich Wieligman & staff for an exciting educational softball coaching seminar. After coming off a World Series appearance, the Cowgirl coaching staff would like to share their knowledge & experience of the game with all high school and club team coaches. The Clinic will provide instruction on how to improve athletes' skills, knowledge, ability to execute, & help take your team to the highest level! Don't miss out on this great opportunity!

COACHES CLINIC TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
Saturday, December 10, 2011
7:30AM: Registration... SW Lobby of GIA
8:30AM: Infield Defense... Tom Gray
9:30AM: Pitching Mechanics & Drills... Clarisa Crowell
10:30AM: Strength/Conditioning... Callye Williams
11:30AM: Lunch on your own
1:00PM: Offense... Rich Wieligman
2:00PM: Outfield Defense... Tom Gray
3:00PM: Managing Pitchers throughout the Course of the Season... Clarisa Crowell
4:00PM: Team Practice Organization... Rich Wieligman
5:00PM: Dismissed

• Click Here to download the brochure and registration form.

FAQ's:

• WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO CAMP?
• Softball Gear:
• Athletic Attire
• Glove
• Bat
• Batting Glove
• Helmet
• Cleats
• Turf or Tennis Shoes
• For the Winter Pitching Camp, all pitchers should wear turf or tennis shoes in the Auxiliary gym. In case of inclement weather, please do not wear your pitching shoes outside to avoid tracking in dirt, mud, water, grass, etc. onto the gym floor (i.e. wear a pair of shoes for outside, and bring another pair of shoes for inside). Thank you for your cooperation.
• Catchers must have all gear (i.e. mask, chest guard, knee pads)
• Sun Screen
• Bathing Suit (Possible Slip N Slide used to teach sliding techniques)
• Items for Dorm (if staying overnight):
• Linens & pillow (The recommended bed linens for our dorms are full size sheets or a sleeping bag)
• Bath Items (towel, soap, shampoo, etc.)
• Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.)
• Alarm Clock
• All dorm rooms are equipped with central AC
• Optional: Extra spending money for camp store (snacks, drinks, OSU apparel, pictures)
• Note: Please mark all of your equipment/items with your name. OSU will not be responsible for any lost items.
• *DON'T FORGET YOUR MEDICAL WAIVER FORM!

• WHAT IS THE SUMMER CAMP SCHEDULE?
• Tentative Daily Schedule for Summer Camps:
  7:00 - Breakfast
  8:00 - Pitching & Catching
  9:15 - 1st Session
  12:00 - Break for Lunch
  2:00 - 2nd Session
  5:00 - Break for Dinner
  6:45 - Team Scrimmage
  9:00 - End of Day
• Commuter Schedule:
  Drop Off: 9:00am Cowgirl Stadium
  Pick up: 9:00pm Cowgirl Stadium
  Lunch and dinner will be provided

• MEDICAL WAIVER?
• All campers are required to turn in a medical waiver in order to participate in our camps. Each camper will be asked to review and verify medical information with our camp medical staff on the first day of camp. If you have filled out the online registration form, please bring the attached medical waiver on your confirmation email with you to registration. In addition, please ensure that you have listed your Insurance provider and policy number. We must have this information on file.

• WHAT IF I NEED TO LEAVE CAMP EARLY?
• If a camper is planning to leave camp early at anytime, there will be release papers for the parent/guardian to fill out at registration on the first day of camp. If the parent/guardian is not planning to bring their camper to camp, please contact the camp director to fill out the appropriate paperwork prior to camp. The parent or guardian must sign this paperwork in order for the camper to be released early from camp. Additionally, whoever is picking up the camper will be responsible for signing the camper out.

• WILL I GET MY REQUESTED ROOMMATE?
• We will do our best to match up every roommate request, however, requesting a roommate does not mean it will be guaranteed.

• WHERE IS CAMP LOCATED AND WHERE SHOULD I PARK?
• Please refer to the "Maps/Parking" link to review the camp locations, maps, parking, and directions.

• LOST ITEMS
• Please mark all of your equipment/items with your name. OSU will not be responsible for any lost items.

• CANCELLATIONS
• In case of a medical emergency, a $75 administration fee will be assessed. A doctor's note must accompany any request for a medical refund. In case of cancellation, a $75 administration fee will be assessed. There will be no refunds for cancellations which occur within two weeks prior to the first day of camp.
• WHERE DO I CHECK-IN FOR WINTER CAMP?
• Hitters will check-in at Cowgirl Stadium, located on the corner of McElroy Street & Duck Street.
• Pitchers will check-in at Gallagher-Iba Arena Auxiliary Gym, located on the south side of Gallgher-Iba Arena on West Matthews Avenue and Knoblock Street. You will enter the SW doors of Gallgher-Iba Arena near the Joe & Connie Mitchell Academic Center. (See the link for Directions/Map above)
• WHERE DO I CHECK-IN FOR SUMMER CAMP?
• ALL campers will check in at Bennett Residence Hall, located north of Gallagher-Iba Arena on Hall of Fame Avenue.
• COMMUTERS must also check-in at this time to obtain a meal card.
• DON'T LOSE YOUR KEY!
• Overnight campers must pay a key deposit of $60 (cash or check) at check-in. Deposits will be returned on the last day of camp as long as you return your key.
• HOW MUCH SPENDING MONEY SHOULD I SEND WITH MY CHILD?
• Concession items, such as candy, food, snacks, and beverages will be available for purchase throughout camp and in the dorm. Cowgirl Softball apparel items will also be for sale.
• Campers will have the opportunity to purchase camp pictures as well (entire camp picture and/or an individual shot with head coach, Rich Wieligman).