BALLARD BASEBALL HISTORY SINCE 1996
Year 1996 1997 Record 28-5 22-12 State Ranking 2nd 10th
take his play to a higher level. The best way is through proper instruction in a fun, hands-on teaching environment. The Ballard Baseball Camp fee is just $100.00 and enrollment is limited to 20 players in each session for a low player-to-coach ratio.
HITTING—Stance, grip, facets of bunting, swing mechanics, stride, preparation. CATCHING—Signals, throwing, pitching knowledge, blocking, receiving, framing, shifting, pitch outs, pop-ups, transition to throwing hand. BASERUNNING—Home to 1st, base to base, tag-up work, breaks, leads, how to steal PITCHING—Grips, delivery, holding runners on, proper arm care, balance, fielding
1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 Overall
26-6 25-8 37-3-1 35-4-1 26-4 25-12 26-10 25-7 23-12 25-12 323-95-2
5th 1st 2nd 2nd 7th 7th 4th 4th 7th 4th
ABOUT THE CAMP
The camp will be held January 5th, 12th, 26th, February 2nd, and 9th at the Ballard High School baseball field (indoor facility). Each camper will have access to all of our facilities: professionally maintained infield (weather permitting), indoor facility, soft toss nets, tees, bullpens, and much more. In the case of inclement weather, we will be practicing in the Indoor Facility and be ready to go outside if weather is good. You need to be prepared! This will be the 1st year that Ballard Baseball offers players the opportunity to advance their skills in a highly evolved learning atmosphere during the pre-season! At every level the focus will be on fun as well as building a strong mechanical foundation in all facets of the game. How the game is taught and exposed to a child early on is extremely important to how that player will develop in the future. Mechanical problems that are not addressed at an early age are difficult to break later in life. The Ballard Baseball Camp will allow every player the opportunity to receive hands-on advice from experienced teachers of the game. The instructional program is as follows:
THE FACILITIES
The Ballard Baseball Field is the 2006 Baseball Coaches Association National High School Baseball Field of the Year. The field was 1 of 8 regional finalists around the country for 2006 and ended up rated the #1 field in the nation. Ballard Baseball also included the construction of an Indoor Facility in January 2007 on campus. Other improvements included the addition of lights to the field in 2004 and a clubhouse in 1996. Ballard has the best all-around baseball facilities than any other high school in the Louisville area.
THE PROGRAM
In 1993 Ballard High School made a commitment to turn the baseball program into a Kentucky high school power. Through the hard work of many individuals, Ballard not only has constructed a beautiful on-campus field, but college level teaching facilities (both outdoors and indoors) that are unprecedented in the region. The quick growth of the Ballard Baseball program came from a philosophy spawned by the Ballard Baseball staff to develop a strong teaching atmosphere and to transform all of our players into students of the game. This education, along with a strong work ethic, discipline, and talent, go a long way in baseball and in life. This attitude is also the foundation of the Ballard Baseball Camp. This is a camp geared to any interested player, whether he is a little leaguer wishing to get more enjoyment out of the game by improving his play, or a middle school player who wishes to
CAMPERS NEED:
Glove Bat (batting gloves if you use them) Shoes for inside and outside Catchers need to bring their equipment Proper clothes (we will go outside if dry) Athletic supporter Snack to keep their energy up
INFIELD—Basic fielding, throwing, footwork, charging the ball, double play work, relay & cut-off work, tag work, run downs, pop-ups OUTFIELD—Basic catching, throwing, angles, approaches, sun work, fence work, footwork
Name Address City Zip Telephone Grade - Fall 2007 Age Position One Position Two Height Weight
Detach player information with parental consent and mail with check payable to: GREG GILBERT BALLAD BASEBALL CAMP 4237 Brownsboro Glen Road Louisville, KY 40241 CAMP FEE: $100.00
THE 1st ANNUAL BALLARD BASEBALL
WINTER CAMP
3rd – 5th Grades
January 5th, 12th, 26th, February 2nd and 9th 10:00am-12:30pm ---------------------------------
BALLARD BASEBALL CAMP
Coaching staff
HEAD COACH GREG GILBERT
Former Eastern Kentucky University outfielder and 7th year as head coach
6th – 8th Grades
January 5th, 12th, 26th, February 2nd and 9th 12:30pm-3:00pm
Which Camp do you want to attend? 3rd-5th Grade 6th-8th Grade
Assistant Coaches and Staff
11th BRAD JONES Year High School Pitching Coach and 6th year on Ballard Staff
Ballard Baseball What a Program!
27th & 28th District Champions
1991, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 00, 01, 02, 03, 04, 07
All campers must provide proof of accident insurance coverage for any injury incurred while attending the Ballard Baseball Camp. I (undersigned) hereby waive and release Ballard High School, Greg Gilbert, and his staff from all liability for any injury incurred while attending the Ballard Baseball Camp. I certify that the applicant is in good physical health to participate in the Ballard Baseball Camp and I hereby authorize the staff of said camp to act according to their best judgment in any emergency requiring medical attention. In addition, I also understand that my child may be removed from the camp if misconduct occurs. No refunds will be given for dismissal due to misconduct.
Parent/Guardian (Print Name)
EUGENE HEFFLIN 5th Year High School Infield Coach and 2nd year on Ballard Staff STEVE GRAHAM th Year High School Infield Coach and 6 2nd year on Ballard Staff
7th Regional Champions
1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2007
Sectional Champions &State Runner-up
2000, 2001
Ballard has sent 39 players to play baseball at the college level since 1993!
Phone 291-5961
Limited to 20 attendees per camp. Please call or email to reserve your spot!
gilbert0257@bellsouth.net gregg@rev-a-shelf.com
(Want private lessons? please inquire)
Phone 291-5961
Limited to 20 attendees per camp. Please call or email to reserve your spot!
gilbert0257@bellsouth.net gregg@rev-a-shelf.com
(Want private lessons? please inquire)
Parent/Guardian (Signature)