Nike Baseball Camp Springfield Cardinals
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Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
Jul. 29 - Jul. 31, 2025
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Nike Baseball Camps
This summer, get ready for an unforgettable experience with the Springfield Cardinals, the Double-A Affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals, at the Nike Baseball Camp at Hammons Field in Springfield, MO.
Campers will have an unforgettable experience improving their game with the Cardinals staff and players! Their wealth of baseball knowledge will ensure that every camper walks away with valuable skills they can use on and off the field. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this camp will provide everyone with a positive development experience.
Campers will learn how to approach the sport the right way as they fine-tune their fielding, hitting, base-running skills, and enhance their knowledge of the game, all while having an awesome time and making new friends.
Highlights Include
- Free Entrance to Springfield Cardinals Game vs. Arkansas Travelers on July 31st (2 tickets provided to each camper)
- Nike Baseball Camp T-Shirt, Cinch Sack, Wristband, Sticker, and potentially other prizes!
- Professional Instruction from Cardinals Players and Coaches
- Excellent Training Facilities
- Low Camper to Instructor Ratio
- Daily Emphasis on Fundamental Development
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Camp Coaches
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Camp Director Scott Bailes
A native of Springfield and graduate of Parkview High School and Missouri State University, Bailes has been an integral part of the southwest Missouri community throughout his life. He was drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1982, sparking a nine-year playing career in Major League Baseball during which he totaled 351 strikeouts and 39 wins across 343 career appearances.
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Springfield Cardinals Manager Patrick Anderson
After three seasons as manager of the Peoria Chiefs (A+), Anderson became the eighth-ever manager in Springfield Cardinals history in 2025. Anderson, who calls nearby Columbia, MO home, previously spent seven years in the Nationals organization (2013- 19) as manager with the Single-A Hagerstown Suns (2014-19) and Gulf Coast League Nationals (2013). Across ten Minor League managerial seasons, he holds a 661-619 record and a 2013 Gulf Coast League Championship.
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Springfield Cardinals Pitching Coach Eric Peterson
Peterson is in his third season as Springfield's Pitching Coach after guiding a staff last year that featured the Minor League Pitcher of the Year in Quinn Mathews in 2024. The Bear, DE native played college baseball at Temple University for two seasons before transferring to North Carolina State University. He was drafted in the 37th round of the 2014 MLB Draft by the Houston Astros and suited up for the Corpus Christi Hooks in the Texas League during the 2016 and 2017 campaigns.
Camp Details
Instruction will focus primarily on hitting, fielding, base-running, and game situations. You can expect high demand for these first come first serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.
Please note: The following information may be subject to change.
2025 SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION
- Dates: July 29-31, 2025; July 31st - Cardinals vs. Arkansas Travelers game (2 tickets provided to each camper)
- Age Group: 10-14
- Camp Type: Day Camp
- Schedule: Tuesday-Thursday, 9:00am-12:00pm, Thursday- GAME!
- Check-In: Begins 30 minutes prior to the camp start time.
- Meals: Lunch will not be provided. Please bring a snack to camp each day.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- Daily Baseball Instruction
- Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours
- Nike Baseball Camp T-Shirt, Cinch Sack, Wristband, Sticker, and potentially other prizes!
- 2 tickets to Thursday Nights game and on field recognition!
INSTRUCTION & FACILITY
Ratio: 1:10 staff to camper ratio
Groupings: Campers are grouped by ability, age, and experience, per the Director's discretion.
Facility: Outdoor Fields.
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. Please note that US Sports Camps does NOT provide equipment and 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 team or group of 5 or more campers registering for the same camp, each camper may be eligible for a discount. To receive the group discount, please have someone email US Sports Camps at [email protected] with the following information: Camp name, list of camper names, and the number of campers. We will respond with a unique discount code for everyone in the group to use during online registration. *Note: Discount amounts vary by program, so please reach out for more 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.
Camp Dates & Prices
Save Your spot with a deposit! Flexible cancellation options available.
Jul. 29 - Jul. 31, 2025
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