Special Thanks to Avery Parks and Rec Director Robbie Willis for the following:
Avery Parks and Recreation held its third baseball camp this past week, with twenty-six participants taking part in drills, instruction and games. The importance of hard work in school for progress and respect was stressed throughout the week. Proper stretching technique, pitching form and overall respect for the game were focal points of the weeks’ sessions. Each day was divided into two sections with younger players attending the morning session and older youth playing in the afternoons.
Various awards were given in five different age categories. The following campers were awarded Most Outstanding Camper in their age groups: Josh Briggs (4/5), Caleb Pritchard (6/7), Jordan Lecka (8/9), Jerry Lunsford (10/11), and Dillon Nelson (12/13). The Bulldog Awards were given to River Willis (6/7), Zac Briggs (8/9), Luke Crow (10/11), and Tyler Edwards (12/13). Camp Stars were awarded to Harrison Horney (4/5), Colin Acheson-Adams (6/7), Josh Cook (8/9), Samuel Acheson-Adams (10/11), and Walker Carswell (12/13). Best Attitude awards went to Nolan Hughes (6/7), Lane Johnson (8/9), Canian Singleton (10/11), and Lane Smith (12/13). Camp Awards went to Matt Leaman (8/9), Charity Ollis (8/9), and Destiny Ollis (10/11). Best Effort awards went to Shane Peterson (6/7), J.J. Brinkley (8/9), Jonathon Brewer (10/11), and Luke Wotell (12/13).
Camp director Samuel Phillips cited the determination of the players taking part as well as the great listening skills even the younger kids displayed. Many returning players were cited for their marked improvement since last seasons’ camp, and all who participated commented on a great week. Also taking part as instructors were Travis McDaniel from Tennessee Wesleyan College, Nathan Davis (Duke), and Seth Phillips (Wilkes CC).
