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SPORTS REGISTER ONLINE: classweb.townofcary.org 87 PART TWO BASKETBALL Basketball Drills and Thrills Clinics (age 7–12) The one-day clinics will focus on individual fundamental drills and skills. There will be shooting contests and team play with prizes awarded. Participants should bring a snack, drinks, and bag lunch. Location: Herbert C. Young Community Center Instructor: Networks Fees: $45(R) $60(N) (1 class) 88380 Wed Sep 23 9 a.m.–5 p.m. 88381 Mon Oct 26 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Basketball Achievers Skills Class (age 7–15) For the young athlete who is serious about learning the fundamentals of basketball, this on-going instructional training offers skill development in the areas of ball handling, passing, shooting, and defensive techniques. Pre and post assessments will be given with recommendations for future growth and development. Location: Middle Creek Community Center Instructor: Gary Williams Fees: $78(R) $101(N) (6 classes) 87258 Thu Sep 3–Oct 8 5–6 p.m. 87257 Tue Sep 8–Oct 13 5–6 p.m. 87261 Thu Sep 17–Oct 29 5–6 p.m. (no class Oct 15) 87259 Tue Sep 22–Oct 27 5–6 p.m. 87262 Thu Oct 1–Nov 5 5–6 p.m. 87260 Tue Oct 6–Nov 10 5–6 p.m. 87263 Thu Oct 15–Nov 19 5–6 p.m. 87264 Tue Oct 20–Nov 24 5–6 p.m. Advanced Infielders Clinic (age 13–16) Participants learn proper fielding techniques and have the opportunity to work on drills to become better infielders. A focus will be on the positions of first base, second base, short stop, and third base. This clinic is for participants interested in becoming elite players on the competitive level. Protective equipment is encouraged. Location: USA Baseball National Training Complex Instructors: Town of Cary Baseball Instructors Fees: $27(R) $35(N) (1 class) 89010 Mon Nov 9 6–7:30 p.m. Advanced Outfielders Clinic (age 13–16) Participants learn proper outfield techniques and have the opportunity to work on drills to become better outfielders. The focus is on the positions of left field, center field, and right field and is for participants interested in becoming elite players on the competitive level. Protective equipment is encouraged. Location: USA Baseball National Training Complex Instructors: Town of Cary Baseball Instructors Fees: $27(R) $35(N) (1 class) 89009 Mon Nov 9 6–7:30 p.m. Advanced Hitting Skills and Techniques (age 14–18) The session focuses on the fundamentals of hitting, including stance, hitting position, balance, bat path, bat speed, and follow through for experienced players. Topics also included are opposite field hitting and hitting for power. The clinic will involve many instructional drills and batting cage practice. Location: USA Baseball National Training Complex Instructor: Town of Cary Baseball Instructors Fees: $20(R) $26(N) (1 class) 89003 Tue Sep 22 6–7:30 p.m. 89004 Wed Nov 4 6–7:30 p.m. What to Expect from College Recruiting (age 14 & up) Players and parents learn what to expect as they begin to get into the world of college recruiting and travel ball. This course is for both the baseball and softball player. Town of Cary instructors, college coaches, and high school coaches discuss what parents can do to help their child. Location: Bond Park Community Center Instructors: Town of Cary Baseball Instructors Fees: Free (1 class) 88990 Mon Oct 26 6:30–8:30 p.m. BASEBALL 1-ON-1 LESSONS Town of Cary 1-on-1 baseball lessons are offered year round and develop, enhance, and build upon your player's skill level. Due to overwhelming popularity of lessons, available dates are released on the 25th of every month for lessons being held the following month. They will be posted online and will be available on a first come, first serve basis. Please follow the prompts to indicate the type of lesson you would like. Lessons can be 30 minutes ($25) or one hour long ($40). Anyone can sign up for a 30-minute lesson; hour-long lessons are available for players age 10–17. If you questions, email TOCInstructors@ townofcary.org.