Arizona Holiday Pro Baseball Camp
Improve your Game and have Serious Fun
This December, join us in Glendale to tune up your game for the start of the Spring season! Campers will work on all aspects of the game and will have a great time in the process. The camp will be held at Apollo High School in Glendale, AZ and instruction will be led by Joe McDonald.
Note: US Sports Camps, Inc. and Nike, Inc. are not sponsors, co-sponsors, owners, or operators of the ABC Baseball Camps. ABC Baseball Camp is owned and operated by ABC Baseball Camps. US Sports Camps, Inc. is a marketing and registration service for these camps and it and Nike have no control over the operation of the camps or the acts or omissions of ABC Baseball Camp.
Highlights Include
- Stance, Balance, Mechanics, Situational Hitting & Swing Path for Hitting
- Mental Preparation & Game Philosophy
- Position Specific & Multi Position Training
- Video Analysis Evaluations
- Lots of reps and Daily Scrimmages
- Professional Instruction
- Daily Coaching Clinics
- Nike Camp T-shirt
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Joe McDonald
Joe McDonald enters his third season as the head coach of Arizona Christian baseball.
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Coaches Phoenix Camp Coaching Staff
Instructors will be comprised of a variety of current and or former professional players, college coaches and professional scouts.Potential coaches for this years camp include....
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Camp Details
Please note: The following information may be subject to change.
Arizona Holiday Pro Baseball Hitting Clinic #1 - December 19, 2022
- Check in: 1:30 p.m. Monday
- Ages: 7-18
- Times: 2:00pm-5:00pm
Arizona Holiday Pro Baseball Hitting Clinic #2 - December 26, 2022
- Check in: 1:30 p.m. Monday
- Ages: 7-18
- Times: 2:00pm-5:00pm
What's included in the Hitting Clinic?
- 3 hours of elite, professional instruction
- Drill work for the development of a more efficient and effective swing
- Opportunity to meet and learn from former professional players
What will I learn in the Hitting Clinic:
- Foundation and Balance
- Mental preparation and Hitting Philosophy
- Hand-eye coordination
- Proper weight transfer
- Opposite field hitting
- Hitting with two strikes
- Swing Plane
- Off speed pitch hitting
- Hitting stations including Soft toss, live, tee work, hitting disk and more
- Situational hitting including bunting
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Arizona Holiday Pro Baseball Camp #1 - December 20-22, 2022 ... (Cancelled)
- Check-in: 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday.
- Check-out: 2:00 p.m. Daily
- Day Camper Schedule: Tuesday-Thursday: 9:00-2:00 p.m. (Option to add hitting clinic Monday, 12/19: (2:00pm - 5:00pm)
- Ages 7-18
Arizona Holiday Pro Baseball Camp #2 - December 27-30, 2022
- Check-in: 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday.
- Check-out: 2:00 p.m. Daily
- Day Camper Schedule: Tuesday-Friday: 9:00-2:00 p.m. (Option to add hitting clinic Monday, 12/26: (2:00pm - 5:00pm)
- Ages 7-18
What's included in the Holiday Camp?
- Daily baseball instruction
- Nike Camp T-Shirt
- Coaches clinics for parents and coaches
VIDEO ANALYSIS
Players will have the option to be evaluated personally with Video Analysis software and have the chance to have hitting, pitching and/or fielding broken down by a Professional Instructor. Professional Instructors will provide an evaluation of feedback, changes and recommend drills to help you improve. More details will be sent as we get closer to camp.
Video Analysis Cost Options:
- Add Video Analysis Evaluation (Hitting) $70.00
- Add Video Analysis Evaluation (Pitching) $70.00
- Add Video Analysis Evaluation (Fielding) $70.00
- Add Video Analysis Evaluation (Choose 2) $125.00 (Save $15.00)
- Add Video Analysis Evaluation (Choose all 3) $170.00 (Save $40.00)
STAFFING:
Instructors will be comprised of a variety of current and or former professional players, college coaches, and professional scouts.
What will I Learn in the Pro Holiday Camp #1 & #2
As a player you will be evaluated by a professional eye and receive hands on, intense baseball training. Our goal as a staff is to provide you with the tools to better your game, increase your knowledge, skill and confidence and assist in getting you to the next level of play and beyond.
This is what you can expect to work on while at camp…..
- Stance, Balance, Mechanics, Situational Hitting & Swing Path for hitting
- Mental preparation and Hitting Philosophy
- Hand-eye coordination drills for all aspects of the game
- Opposite field hitting (staying inside the baseball)
- Hitting with two strikes - Hitting Off-speed pitches
- Situational hitting including Bunting
- Base Running with Leads, Steals, etc.
- Infield play-corner play & middle infield play
- Infield mechanics, huge reps, tweaks, turns, feeds
- Outfield play - including throwing from the outfield
- Outfield play- routes, positions, jumps, footwork
- Pitchers throw during daily scrimmages
- Pitching - balance, delivery, pitches, grips & more
- Pitching mechanics with fixes all week-long
- Catcher Skills - receiving, blocking, throwing & more
- Daily scrimmage games to put all together!
Note: All players will also have the option to train in multiple positions and specific areas of their choice.
Daily Coaching Clinics
We will be conducting daily coaches clinics for all coaches and parents who are interested. Topics such as mental clarity, recruiting, hitting, pitching mechanics, catching and more will be covered daily in 20-30 minute mini sessions by our professional staff. A terrific opportunity not to be missed for all members of the family.
Hotel Information
Holiday Camp Hotel: https://secure.cstt.com/Tournaments/HotelList_Results_sr.php?eventid=10531
INSTRUCTION & FACILITY
Ratio: 1:10 staff to camper ratio
Groupings: Campers are initially grouped by age and moved around accordingly based on skill level.
Facility: Outdoor Fields. Indoor facilities are available during inclement weather conditions.
PREPARE FOR CAMP: COMPLETE YOUR PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST
To view your customer account, complete your mandatory forms, pay balance dues, and review important camp information, visit Pre-Camp Checklist.
All necessary camp information is on this page. If there are any imperative changes prior to camp start, registered campers will be notified via email and this webpage will be updated!
CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING:
Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment and personal items. US Sports Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.
Small gym bag/backpack
Athletic clothing: t-shirt, shorts, baseball pants (recommended)
Warm-up jacket
Hat
Cleats & sneakers
Baseball glove
Baseball bat
Helmet
Catchers gear (if applicable)
Sunscreen
Water bottle
Packed lunch and snacks
MEDICAL PROTOCOL
Most camps have an athletic trainer on-site to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.
TRAVEL
Nike Baseball Camps does not provide transportation from airports, train stations or bus depots. If you have a child flying to camp, please arrange a shuttle or taxi service.
TEAM/GROUP DISCOUNT
If you have a group of campers registering for the same camp, each camper is eligible for a discount. Please have someone contact the US Sports Camps office at 1-800-645-3226 with the names of each camper in the group and we will create a unique discount code for your group. Campers may then register individually through the website at their convenience and apply the offer code during checkout. *Discount amount varies by program. Please call for details.
COMPANY POLICIES
For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.
NIKE BASEBALL CAMP FAQ
For general questions about our baseball camps please see our FAQ page.
Note: We welcome all parents and family members to attend, observe, follow player to stations, take notes, ask questions, video tape as well as take pictures. Please feel free to enjoy the experience along with your player.
2022 Arizona Holiday Pro Baseball Camp Program Offerings
All sessions are open to players of all abilities unless otherwise noted. Upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff and placed into groups based on age and ability level. Pick 1 option or for the complete package choose both and come for all 4-5 days.
Arizona Holiday Pro Baseball Hitting Clinic (Ages 7-18) December 19, 2022 ... (Cancelled)
This is a great opportunity for any baseball player wanting to make a commitment toward the next level of the game. Register as an add-on to the 3-day camp or as a 1-day clinic. You'll work with an outstanding group of instructors striving to advance your knowledge and skill in the art of hitting. Players will be separated into training groups by age. They will rotate through numerous stations designed to improve all aspects of the offensive part of the game of baseball.
Arizona Holiday Pro Baseball Camp (Ages 7-18) December 20-22, 2022 ... (Cancelled)
Join us in the sun this holiday season for our 29th annual Arizona Holiday Pro Baseball Camp. Our staff is dedicated to making your stay the single most important week in your baseball career. The purpose of our camps is to teach the fundamentals as well as the advanced skills of baseball to various age levels, helping each participant to better understand the game both mentally and physically. Joining us will also allow players to further develop individual skills through instruction, individual and multi-player drills and game experience as well as interaction with players off the field in a comfortable camp setting. Players will work hard but have fun at the same time.
Arizona Holiday Pro Baseball Hitting Clinic (Ages 7-18) December 26, 2022 ... (Cancelled)
This is a great opportunity for any baseball player wanting to make a commitment toward the next level of the game. Register as an add-on to the 4-day camp or as a 1-day clinic. You'll work with an outstanding group of instructors striving to advance your knowledge and skill in the art of hitting. Players will be separated into training groups by age. They will rotate through numerous stations designed to improve all aspects of the offensive part of the game of baseball.
Arizona Holiday Pro Baseball Camp (Ages 7-18) December 27-30, 2022 ... (Cancelled)
Join us in the sun this holiday season for our 29th annual Arizona Holiday Pro Baseball Camp. Our staff is dedicated to making your stay the single most important week in your baseball career. The purpose of our camps is to teach the fundamentals as well as the advanced skills of baseball to various age levels, helping each participant to better understand the game both mentally and physically. Joining us will also allow players to further develop individual skills through instruction, individual and multi-player drills and game experience as well as interaction with players off the field in a comfortable camp setting. Players will work hard but have fun at the same time.
Camps are open to any and all entrants, limited only by number, age, grade level and/or gender.
Arizona Holiday Pro Baseball Camp
Glendale, Arizona 85301
Camp Dates & Prices
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