Practice Time Sports will kick off a four-week series of baseball and softball clinics in September, giving young athletes an opportunity to stay sharp after their summer seasons end.
The clinics, scheduled each weekend beginning September 6, are designed for players ages 6–16 and limited to 15 participants per group. Organizers say the small format allows for focused instruction and individualized feedback at a cost lower than private lessons.
Softball clinics will be held on Saturdays and baseball clinics on Sundays. Each day will feature two 90-minute sessions split by age group:
- Ages 6–11: 10:30 a.m. to Noon
- Ages 12–16: 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The program will progress through key skills each week:
- Sept. 6–7: Fielding
- Sept. 13–14: Hitting
- Sept. 20–21: Catching
- Sept. 27–28: Pitching
Chris Harris, owner and operator of Practice Time Sports, said the goal was to bridge the gap between summer ball and the next competitive season. “Most rec and travel teams wrap up by mid-summer,” Harris said. “Kids still want to play, but they don’t always have an outlet before winter. These clinics are a way to extend the season, reflect on what they learned, and start working on areas they want to improve before next spring.”
Harris emphasized that no experience level is required. Players who are new to the game and those with years of playing experience are welcome. Clinics are open to boys and girls in both baseball and softball.
The cost is $25 per session or $90 for the full four-week package. Families can register online at www.practicetimesports.com under the “Book Now” tab in the Events section.
Practice Time Sports opened in 2024 and offers training space, lessons, and camps for athletes in Canandaigua and surrounding communities. Harris, a longtime coach and parent, said the goal is to help kids improve their skills while building confidence and love for the game.
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