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Parks Chevrolet Goes to Bat for Harrisburg Parks and Recreation
Parks Chevrolet sponsors Harrisburg Parks and Recreation with equipment, clinics and helps raise thousands of dollars with a Chevrolet giveaway
Charlotte (Friday, April 17, 2009) – Giving something back to the Charlotte community, Parks Chevrolet announced today that they are partnering with Harrisburg Parks and Recreation Department to provide the players and coaches with equipment, instructional clinics and a chance to raise $10,000 in funds for the 2009 season. The program demonstrates Chevrolet and the Chevrolet dealerships as America’s brand by bringing together America’s favorite pastime and America’s favorite car company.
To support youth baseball in its local community, Parks Chevrolet will provide Harrisburg Parks and Recreation with equipment bags, ball buckets, coaches’ dry-erase clipboards and t-shirts. Also, thanks to the dealership and other participating area Chevrolet dealers, league members will have a chance to attend a Chevy Youth Baseball Instructional Clinic taught by professionals provided by the Ripken Baseball group.
Offering additional support to the community, Harrisburg Parks and Recreation will have the opportunity to raise as much as $10,000 through the Chevy-Vehicle Raffle where a new Chevy Malibu and Chevy Traverse, along with autographed Cal Ripken, Jr. memorabilia, will be given away. Parks Chevrolet and other area Chevrolet dealerships are donating the two cars to be raffled off. All proceeds from the raffle go to the participating leagues and communities.
“Chevy and Baseball. It’s a great combination of America’s brand and America’s game,” says Claudiu Moldovan of Parks Chevrolet. “What better way to help our kids than by donating equipment, providing professional instruction, and giving away memorabilia signed by one of the greatest, most consistent players baseball has ever seen, Cal Ripken, Jr. We are proud and excited to be part of the effort this year and to support the youth and families in our community. We definitely anticipate a fun-filled baseball season with Harrisburg Parks and Recreation.”
2008 marked a great year for Chevrolet and its dealership’s local communities. Last year in the Southeast alone, 437 Chevrolet dealerships helped out more than 477 local communities and their baseball programs by raising over $3.5 million. For more information about Chevy Youth Baseball, visit www.ChevyYouthSports.com http://www.chevyyouthsports.com/ .
About Parks Chevrolet
Located just south of Charlotte’s University area, Parks Chevrolet is a GM-Certified auto dealership, stocked with a wide selection of new, pre-owned, and commercial/fleet vehicles, and full Service, Body Shop, Truck Shop, and Parts facilities.
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Chevy Youth Baseball Instructional Clinics
CYB Instructional Clinics:
· 1/2-day instructional clinics for up to 200 attendees
· Participation is free, and each child will receive a clinic t-shirt and post-clinic snack
· Instruction will be provided by professionals trained in “The Ripken Way”
The Ripken Way™
Ripken Baseball instructional programs combine the wisdom of Cal Ripken, Sr., and his teachings with the 33 years of major league experience accumulated by both Cal Ripken, Jr. and Bill Ripken, creating memorable baseball experiences for youth players and coaches alike.
Keep it Simple
Young baseball players must crawl before they can walk and walk before they can run. Teaching that is too complicated is difficult to remember and can result in frustration.
Make it Fun
Learning doesn't have to be tedious. Drills and instruction are structured so players enjoy themselves while learning.
Games also promote fun and are an important part of Ripken Baseball programs.
Celebrate the Individual
No two players are alike, so why should they be treated as if they are? Each player has his or her own comfort zones, strengths and style.
Individualism is promoted as long as certain fundamental approaches are followed.
Explain Why
"Why" is a young person's favorite question. Young players have an innate need to understand the reason behind the teaching. Lessons that make sense will stick with them.
Ripken Way™ camps are designed to introduce campers to all facets of the game of baseball. Learning all of the skills required to play all of the positions on a baseball field not only helps make for a better all-around player, but also adds to a player's overall understanding of the game. Every player needs to understand proper throwing mechanics, which are discussed in the pitching station. Every player will catch a ground ball at some point; the fundamentals of fielding ground balls are covered in the infield station. Every player needs to be able to catch a fly ball, which is taught in the outfield station. And every player should learn the fundamentals of hitting.
We are not affiliated with a Cal Ripken Baseball League; may we still attend the Ripken clinic?
Of course! Anyone interested in learning how to be a better baseball player may attend the Chevy Youth Baseball Instructional Clinics. But, for the curious, here is a little history on Cal Ripken Leagues and Ripken Baseball.
Babe Ruth Baseball – Cal Ripken League:
The Babe Ruth league, a non-profit, educational organization, named after one of the greatest baseball players of all time – George Herman “Babe” Ruth - has come a long way since its modest start 55 years ago. In the Summer of 1999, the Babe Ruth League, Inc. changed its largest baseball division from “Bambino” to “Cal Ripken Baseball.” As a result, the Babe Ruth League adopted Cal Ripken Jr.’s visions and philosophies – The Ripken Way. Since the name change, the league has grown by an average of 7% each year and is the only youth baseball league that has shown growth over that time. Currently, over 700,000 kids, ages 5-12 years old, play Cal Ripken Baseball.
Ripken Baseball, Inc.:
Ripken Baseball, Inc. is Cal and Bill Ripken’s privately held company that focuses on growing the great game of baseball worldwide The Ripken Way. The Ripken Baseball group oversees four divisions: Ripken Amateur Baseball, Ripken Professional Baseball, The Cal Sr. Foundation, and Ripken Management and Design. In 2003, the first of two youth baseball complexes was completed in Aberdeen, Maryland – Cal and Bill Ripken’s hometown. In 2009 the complex will see more than 1,100 tournament teams and 1,500 campers compete and take instruction at this facility. These athletes will represent forty-three states and nine foreign countries. Due to the success of the Ripken Academy in Aberdeen, MD, the Ripken’s opened a second youth baseball complex in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina in 2006. The Ripken Experience showcases training facilities and seven themed baseball fields that have been individually modeled to the dimensions and character of historic American ballparks.
Should the campers bring their own equipment?
Ripken Baseball provides all necessary equipment for each player except for a glove and cleats. The group will provide bats, helmets, baseballs, and catching gear at all of the instructional stations. Ripken Baseball strongly discourages campers from bringing their own equipment in hopes of avoiding situations where equipment is lost or stolen, and strongly recommends that each camper puts their name on everything prior to arriving to camp.
Each Major and Minor League Baseball camp is different. Some teams allow campers to wear cleats on their fields while others do not. Some teams ask campers to bring bats in addition to gloves, while others require only gloves. Please review the information for your camp on www.ChevyYouthSports.com or contact Chevy Youth Baseball with questions.
How early should I arrive at the clinic?
Typically, clinic check-in begins one hour before the scheduled clinic start time. You will not need to arrive prior to this time as many facilities do not have the gates open until the scheduled check-in time.
Will water/refreshments be provided during the clinic?
Many clinic dates occur during the late spring and summer months, so it can get hot out there! However, water will provided for all participants at each clinic site. “Water breaks” are scheduled into each clinic.
Even though water will be provided for the participants, parents and spectators are welcome to bring refreshments and snacks along!
Will a meal be available for parents and spectators?
Snacks will be provided free of charge at all clinic sites for clinic participants. Depending on the clinic site and turnout, parents may be able to purchase meals and/or other concessions for themselves, if desired.
What is a typical clinic menu?
At most MiLB/MLB clinic sites, ball park fare (hot dogs, hamburgers, potato chips, etc.) is served. Snacks at Ripken Baseball clinics are typically donated by local restaurants, and usually consist of granola bars and fruit, but can also consist of pizza or sandwiches/subs, etc.
What is your rainout policy?
Unfortunately, no clinics will be re-scheduled due to rain-outs. Some clinic facilities, especially MiLB/MLB parks, have sheltered batting cages/pitching areas where instructors are able to continue a modified version of the clinic.
Many minor league clinics occur on game-day mornings as well. Instructors and groundskeepers at MiLB/MLB parks reserve the right to move the clinic off the field if they feel it may be damaged due to wet conditions.
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