Recommended for ballplayers ages 9-10. Players build and refine their fundamental skills while beginning to understand game strategy and teamwork.
Minors Objectives:
- Introduction to "kid pitch"
- Introduce new concepts (Steals, bunting, taking signs from coaches)
- Continued development of fielding /throwing mechanics as well as situational gameplay.
Developmental Milestones (readiness for Majors division):
- Consistently able to 'read' pitched ball and react accordingly.
- Demonstrated ability to field position and make the appropriate play
- Pitchers able to consistently throw strikes (or hit intended target reliably)
- Catchers able to block effectively and make throws to 2nd and 3rd on steals.