House League Development - pre-tryout clinic

Thinking About Tryouts or Just Want to Build Your Skills?

Whether your player is considering Rep tryouts or just wants to level up their game, our House League Pre-Tryout Clinic is the perfect opportunity to build confidence and sharpen core baseball skills.

Purpose

The goal of this clinic is to give House League players an opportunity to develop baseball skills, refine mechanics, and gain quality repetitions in preparation for Rep Team tryouts. By offering a structured, high-quality skills camp just prior to tryouts, we can better prepare our players, increase their confidence, and strengthen Milton Baseball’s overall player development pathway.

Timing & Location
Community Park - Pete McMullan Diamond
Thursday, August 28, 2025
6:30 - 8:30pm

Participants

• House League players born 2008 - 2012
• Especially focused on players entering pitching from the mound for the first time or those wanting to further develop their baseball fundamentals before tryouts.

Skill Development Areas

Pitching Development (Mound Work)
Mechanics, balance, and delivery from the stretch and windup
Proper warm-up routines and arm care fundamentals

Hitting Skills
Batting stance and setup
Swing mechanics and contact drills
Situational hitting

Fielding Skills (Infield & Outfield) 
Ready position and glove work
Footwork and throwing transitions
Outfield routes and catching techniques

Throwing Mechanics 
Grip, arm path, and follow-through
Accuracy and velocity development drills

Format

• Centre-Based Approach with multiple skill stations
• Each station led by experienced Milton Baseball Rep coaches and supported by volunteer Rep players
• Small player-to-coach ratio for maximum repetitions and personal feedback
• Session format: 
  • Warm-Up & Dynamic Stretching – 10 min
  • Skill Station Rotations – 4 to 5 stations, 15–20 min each
  • Wrap-Up & Review – 10 min

Benefits to Players

• Learn correct techniques before tryouts to avoid developing bad habits
• Build confidence by working in a structured and supportive environment
• Exposure to tryout-style drills and expectations before the actual evaluation
• Individualized feedback from experienced coaches
• Increased readiness for the next level of competitive play