July 20 - 22, 2012

Mervyl Melendez Hornet Experience Camp - Overnight Camp

Wheeler Watkins Stadium-Montgomery, Alabama

Ages: 7th Grade-H.S Seniors

Cost: $0.00

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Introduction

Campers will be able to experience the daily routine of an ASU Baseball Player for three days.

They will be housed in the dorm rooms on campus under supervision from coaches. The cafeteria will provide meals for the entire weekend.

Players will also receive their own set of ASU practice gear (Shirt, Shorts, Hat) and laundry will be done daily.

This is our most prestigious camp here at ASU. It is designed to prepare each player for the college level and get them used to the daily routine.

Detailed Camp Description

Features:
Quality Baseball Instruction
Hitting & Defensive Drills
Throwing & Pitching Mechanics
Arm Care
Competitive Scrimmages
Tour of ASU Athletic Facilities
Academic Seminar

Cost:
Commuter: $399.00
Overnight: $499.00

Times
2-7 Friday
9-5 Saturday
9-4 Sunday

Video Analysis with Coach:
Players will have the option to purchase a DVD video of them performing at the camp. They will have the opportunity to sit down with an ASU coach to go over the video analysis.

Coaches will put together and evaluation based on the video that will point out key mechanical flaws and areas to improve upon. Players will have the option to be filmed fielding, pitching, or hitting.

The video analysis packages are below:
Single video - Pitching $40.00
Single video- Hitting $40.00
Single video- Fielding $40.00
Combo video- Hitting & Fielding $55.00
Combo video- Hitting & Pitching $55.00
Combo video- Pitching & Fielding $55.00
All Three - Hitting, Pitching, and Fielding $70.00

Offensive Accomplishments Under Coach Melendez
School Record 90 Home Runs in 2010
Batted .340 as a team in 2010
58 Home Runs in 2011
Coached Peter O'Brien (Catcher) Third Round Draft Pick Colorado Rockies (2011)
Coached Ryan Durrence, School Leader in Home Runs for Career (38) Now in Chicago Cubs organization
Key wins over University of South Florida, Miami, Ohio State, Michigan State, Auburn, Stetson, Jacksonville, North Florida, and Florida International University in the last two seasons.

Pitching Accomplishments Under Coach Melendez
Coach Melendez has seen well over 20 of his former pitchers go on to pitch professionally
In 2011, Freshman RHP Scott Garner was named Louisville Slugger Freshman All-American
In 2009, Freshman LHP Ali Simpson was named Louisville Slugger Freshman All-American
In 2011, Three Pitchers were named BCB Pitcher of the Week

Equipment
Each camper must bring his own baseball equipment. Players should bring a glove, bat, batting gloves, helmet, cleats/spikes, running shoes or turf shoes, hat, and any other equipment they feel necessary to compete. Catchers must bring their own catchers gear. Please mark camper's names on all items. The camp is not responsible for lost belongings.

Please make sure we have a valid e-mail address and check your email regularly, as this is our primary way we communicate. Any additional information that we need to convey to you will be passed on via e-mail, so please be sure to check your e-mail regularly as the camp draws closer.

Camp Check-in Information

Check-In: 1:30 PM July 20th

Directions to Camp

Alabama State University
915 S Jackson St
Montgomery, AL 36104

Camp Parking Information

Free parking around the ASU Baseball Complex and on the ASU Campus.

Meals / Snacks

Breakfast lunch and dinner will be provided throughout the weekend to the campers.

Emergency Contact

For questions regarding Mervyl Melendez Baseball Camps please contact 334.603.3094 or bamastatebaseball@gmail.com

Miscellaneous Information

What if I have to cancel a camp?
We do not offer refunds on cancelled campers, just a future camp credit if you decide to cancel, but we do have what is called "Cancellation Protection".
We offer basic Cancellation Protection to allow participants some peace of mind in case plans change. This allows us to keep our prices low and provide the best service possible. Due at the time of registration, Cancellation Protection entitles you to a full refund of camp fees should you cancel your registration more than 14 days prior to the start of an overnight camp, and 7 days prior to the start of a day camp. If you cancel within 14 or 7 days of the start of your session, we will give you a camp credit for all money paid. The credit is valid for three years from camp date.
Credit with insurance is transferable to family members or friends, and good toward a future camp.

Medical Release

Medical forms will be attached to your e-mailed receipt and are available on-line. Please print fill out and bring to camp.

Camp Merchandise

Alabama State University Baseball apparel will be available for purchase.

Airport Pickup / Dropoff Information

Airport Pickup/Dropoff is available for campers on Friday from 9am-4pm and Sunday 11am-6pm (must fly into Montgomery Regional Airport).