Learning from the Pros

legendsclinicCarpenter Field-Charleviox, MI: This weekend the boys and I headed south to Charlevoix so Trevor could participate in a baseball clinic hosted by the MLBPAA Alumni and Little League Baseball. A good number of former Major Leaguers were on hand to teach kids ages 6-16. Some of the players on hand were Doug Mirabelli (Red Sox), Roger Mason (Tigers, Mets, Giants), Dennis Rasmussen (Yankees), Bruce Look (Twins), and Rob Ellis (Brewers). The alumni did a great job of giving the kids instruction in a positive manner, and they were all very patient with the younger kids. Trevor had a great time, and really learned from it. They were also talked to about respect and hard work, whether you’re playing baseball or doing anything else in life. My only regret, actually, is not fudging Brian’s age and letting him join the fun. He would have done very well, also. After the clinic the kids were given hot dogs, hamburgers, and chips for lunch, and the MLB Alumni signed autographs for them. The weather was beautiful, and it was a great day for us all around! I highly recommend it for anyone who wants their child to succeed.

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MLB Alumni Rob Ellis helps Trevor with his throwing mechanics

MLB Alumni Rob Ellis helps Trevor with his throwing mechanics

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Pitcher Roger Mason talking to the kids

Pitcher Roger Mason talking to the kids

Doug Mirabelli signs some baseballs for the kids

Doug Mirabelli signs some baseballs for the kids

Promotion courtesy of the MLBPAA

Photos property of Minoring In Baseball

2 comments

    • Minoring In Baseball

      Yeah, I’m still kicking myself a little bit. They didn’t check birth certificates or anything like that, and he could have passed for six easily. Oh well, next for him.

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