Frequently Asked Questions
1) Should campers bring a lunch?
Yes, the camp staff will collect and refrigerate them at morning check-in, water is always available.
2) What should campers wear to camp?
Campers should wear baseball pants, t-shirt, sneakers or plastic cleats, along with a baseball hat. Older players may want to wear an athletic supporter or cup. Campers who would like to catch during camp games must wear a cup.
3) What equipment is necessary to participate in camp?
No baseball equipment is necessary to participate – the camp will supply batting helmets, catcher’s gear, bats, and balls. Extra gloves are also available, although campers are invited to bring their own (labeled with camper’s name & phone number) glove and/or bat.
4) How much does the camp cost?
TBA
5) What is your refund policy?
A full refund will be issued if not satisfied with the quality of the camp.
6) How do you group the campers?
Campers are grouped primarily by age – the camp is designed for players in grades K-8.
7) What happens in the case of inclement weather?
In the event of inclement weather, campers will be taken indoors for a baseball movie, trivia contest, and/or individual/group instruction.
8) What is your discipline policy?
The Camp Director and Staff reserve the right to remove any camper whose behavior disrupts other campers and/or the Camp Staff.
9) How can I register my child?
Please see the Registration page.
10) How can I contact the Camp Director during the week of camp?
Coach Fontana can be contacted on his cell phone 412.335.1004 during the hours of the camp.
11) What are the benefits of playing wiffle ball?
Wiffleballs have been used throughout baseball to promote and improve: hand/eye coordination, strike zone judgment, and swing efficiency while instilling confidence in a low pressure setting. The following article from Matt Lisle’s Hitting Vault website also explains the benefits: https://thehittingvault.com/wiffle-ball-save-baseball/