Free “Play Ball Clinic” for Santa Monica Youth

July 19, 2016 1:16 PM

SANTA MONICA, Calif. - Mayor Tony Vazquez will host Santa Monica’s youth in the Play Ball Clinic as part of the United States Conference of Mayors continued support of the “Play Ball Summer” initiative which focuses on the fun nature of baseball and softball and encourages and active and healthy lifestyle for kids in all communities.  During the summer of 2016 mayors are implementing the initiative throughout cities with the goal of strengthening the connection of communities with the National Pastime. 

What:                    Free baseball/softball clinic for boys and girls ages 7-16

Where:                  Clover Park Main Field, 2600 Ocean Park Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405

When:                   Thursday, July 28, 2016, 1 – 3 p.m.

The City of Santa Monica will conduct the Play Ball Clinic on July 28 from 1 – 3 p.m. at the Clover Park main field, 2600 Ocean Park Blvd.  All boys and girls ages 7-16 are invited to this free clinic.  Local coaches will teach fundamentals and instruct drills.  Players are encouraged to bring their own glove.  We ask all interested clinic attendees to RSVP by July 26 to communityrecreation@smgov.net or call (310) 458-8300. 

Mayors across the country are hosting similar activities to engage citizens, families and city departments to organize community events.  These activities will be focused on exposing children to the sport of baseball and softball and will provide a fun opportunity to remain active throughout the summer. 

“I think this Play Ball Clinic is a wonderful opportunity for Santa Monica youth to come together and be active during the summer.  Most of all, I want them to have fun learning the fundamentals and meeting other kids who share their passion of this great sport,” said Mayor Tony Vazquez.

Local leaders will report their activities to www.playball.org via www.usmayors.org.  The site provides parents, coaches and kids with information on how to get involved with PLAY BALL activities as well as how to join community baseball leagues.  Coaching tips and video tutorials from Major League Baseball players and coaches are also a prominent component of the site.

More questions? Contact Brad Albert, Community Recreation Manager, at 310.458.8300. 

 

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Media Contact

Bradley Albert
Community Recreation Manager
Bradley.Albert@SMGOV.NET