Final Summer Camp Brings Baseball Basics to Young Players
Marshall University is set to host its last youth baseball camp of the season at Jack Cook Field in Huntington, West Virginia. The program, aimed at children between the ages of seven and twelve, emphasizes core skills such as hitting, fielding and base running.
Camp director and MU assistant coach Jake Smith, along with several current Thundering Herd players, will lead the instruction, giving campers the chance to learn directly from the university’s own talent.
Beyond skill development, the camp incorporates a series of light‑hearted competitions, including a home run derby and wiffle‑ball games, to keep the atmosphere fun and engaging.
This edition marks the second and final camp the university is running this summer, underscoring the program’s popularity and the institution’s commitment to community outreach in sports.
A Summer of Growth on the Diamond
For many youngsters, the camp represents more than just a week of drills; it is an introduction to the culture of college baseball in the region. Parents have praised the blend of technical instruction and teamwork‑focused activities.
The university’s athletic department notes that the camp also serves as a pipeline for future Thundering Herd athletes, offering a glimpse of the program’s standards and expectations.
With the summer heat waning, the final camp provides a timely opportunity for kids to stay active, improve their game and make new friends before the school year begins.