The MRYSC Softball Club is proud to continue THE ACADEMY, a dedicated softball training program for players registered with the MRYSC Softball League. Instructors for the multiple sessions per week are current or former high school softball coaches/players and college players focused on the ongoing development of MRYSC players. THE ACADEMY coaching staff has over 100 years of combing coaching and playing experience. THE ACADEMY will be taught through a partnership between MRYSC Softball Club and Best Athletics. Feedback from parents and players overwhelming states that the extra practice and training is a gamechanger and helped make the season so much more enjoyable.
THE ACADEMY OFFERS:
4 hours of weekly instruction for 5 weeks (indoor and outdoor training) for 8U-18U (Tuesday & Thursday 6-8 PM)
1 hour of weekly instruction for 5 weeks (indoor and outdoor training) for 6U (Monday 6-7 PM)
- Fundamentals (throwing, catching, footwork, glove work, base running, etc.)
- Position Specific (Middle Infield, corners, outfield, pitchers, catchers)
- Hitting (tee work, front toss, pitching machine)
ACADEMY training will begin the end of January and continue through the first week of March. Field training will be at Hite Wolcott Park in Ridgeland. Hitting sessions will be indoors.
Register for THE ACADEMY now through January 28 on this site, through your account
Cost is only $250 per player for 8U-18U and $175 per player for 6U. MRYSC players receive $100 off with a Spring MRYSC Registration.
Plus you will receive the following from Best Athletics valued at over $500
- 10 FREE Batting Cage Rentals (Jan-May 2023) - $300 value
- One FREE Private Lesson (Buy one get one free) - $65 value
- Buy 5 Private Lesson Discounted Package and save $50
- Save 50% on 2023 Camps & Clinics - - $100 value
For more information contact Coach Jim Best at [email protected] or 601-564-9661 or email [email protected]
FAQ's:
What age does a player need to be?
Any player registered with the MRYSC league can be in The Academy. This is ages 5-18. (There is a separate option for 6U players.)
Can any player be in The ACADEMY?
Only players registered with the MRYSC league can participate in The ACADEMY.
Can I register late?
We will accept late registrations into The ACADEMY if space allows. Cost will not change.
Is there a sibling discount for The ACADEMY?
No, we are not able to offer a discount at this time.
When are the training sessions?
We will train during the week on Tues and Thur nights 6:00-8:00 and if needed on Saturdays.
The training schedule will be published prior to the start of sessions in January.
Training is at the Best Athletics Facility and Hite Wolcott Fields 5&6
Respect the Training,
Honor the Commitment,
Cherish the Results