June 9, 2009

Lady Tiger Softball Clinic brings in participants from all over the area

Wanting an opportunity to learn from one of the most successful collegiate softball coaching staffs in the country, 135 area youth are taking part in the Cowley College Lady Tigers “Girls Can Play” Summer Clinic held Monday and Tuesday at Lady Tiger Field in Arkansas City.

Members of the six-time defending Jayhawk Conference Eastern Division champion Cowley College softball team are helping head coach Ed Hargrove and assistant coach Suzanne Kerr-Unruh conduct the clinic. Former Tigers such as two-time All-American Ashly Bright, are also helping with the clinic.

There are 65 children age 10 and under that are taking part in the morning clinic, while there are 70 participants age 11-18 in the afternoon session.

The clinic is designed to cover skills needed to become a highly successful and complete softball player. It includes an overview of hitting, bunting, and many drills.

The defensive session focuses on teaching the fundamentals to help players become better defensively. Also, the 10 and under groups have a session on “fundamentals of pitching” instructed by former and returning Cowley softball pitchers.

A percentage of the camp proceeds will be donated to the American Cancer Society.

Pictured: Ali Nittler, third baseman for the Cowley College softball team, works with participants in the Lady Tigers “Girls Can Play” Summer Clinic Monday at Lady Tiger Field in Arkansas City.

Pictured: Cowley College assistant coach Suzanne Kerr-Unruh works with a youngster during the morning session of the Lady Tigers “Girls Can Play” Summer Clinic Monday at the college's Recreation Center.