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Nike Baseball Camp

Grizzlies to Partner with Nike Sports Camps to Bring Summer Experience to Sauget.

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Join us for another great summer at the Nike Baseball Camp at Grizzlies Ballpark in Sauget, IL … Home of the minor league Gateway Grizzlies of the Frontier League! Camp will be directed by manager, Steve Brook. This is a fun, intensive summer camp where campers take their baseball game to the next level.

Campers will learn how to approach the sport the right way as they fine-tune their fielding, hitting, base-running skills, and enhance their knowledge of the game, all while having an awesome time and making new friends. Athletes of all abilities are welcome to join. We looking forward to seeing new and returning faces at Grizzlies Ballpark!

Highlights Include

  • Free Entrance to Gateway Grizzlies Game vs. Joliet Summers on July 10th

  • Nike Baseball Camp T-Shirt, Cinch Sack, Wristband, Sticker, and potentially other prizes!

  • Professional Instruction from Grizzlies Players and Coaches

  • Excellent Training Facilities

  • Low Camper to Instructor Ratio

  • Daily Emphasis on Fundamental Development

Camp Details

Instruction will focus primarily on hitting, fielding, base-running, and game situations. You can expect high demand for these first come first serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.

Please note: The following camp information may be subject to change- camp dates, times, coaches, location, and housing.

2025 SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION

  • Dates: July 7-9, 2025; Gateway Grizzlies Game vs. Joliet Slammers on Thursday, July 10th.
  • Age Group: 7-13
  • Camp Type: Day Camp
  • Schedule: Monday 9:00am-2:00pm, Tuesday-Wednesday 9:00am-12:00pm, Thursday- Gateway Grizzlies GAME!
  • Check-In: Begins 30 minutes prior to the camp start time.
  • Meals: Lunch is not provided. Please bring lunch on day 1 and snacks each day.
  • Gateway Grizzlies vs. Joliet Slammers on July 10 (Camper ticket provided).

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?

  • Daily Baseball Instruction
  • Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours
  • Nike Baseball Camp T-Shirt, Cinch Sack, Wristband, Sticker, and potentially other prizes!

INSTRUCTION & FACILITY

  • Ratio: 1:10 staff to camper ratio

  • Groupings: Campers are grouped by ability, age, and experience, per the Director's discretion.

  • Facility: Outdoor Fields. No Indoor Facility.

Emphasis of Training:

  • Hitting: Swing Technique & Philosophy, Bunting, Situational Hitting, Plate Approach and Focus.
  • Defense: Hands Development, Positioning & Footwork, Communication, Cuts, Relays and Rundowns, Catching Footwork and Throwing.
  • Pitching: Throwing Mechanics, Wind-up & Stretch, Location & Deception, Pick-Offs, Care, Recovery & Prevention.
  • Baserunning: Lead offs, Stealing, Decision-Making and Picking up 3rd Base Coach

PREPARE FOR CAMP: COMPLETE YOUR PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST

To view your customer account, complete your mandatory forms, pay balance dues, and review important camp information, visit Pre-Camp Checklist.

All necessary camp information is on this page. If there are any imperative changes prior to camp start, registered campers will be notified via email and this webpage will be updated!

CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING:

Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment, and personal items. Please note that US Sports Camps does NOT provide equipment and is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.

  • Small gym bag/backpack

  • Athletic clothing: t-shirt, shorts, baseball pants (recommended)

  • Warm-up jacket

  • Hat

  • Cleats & sneakers

  • Baseball glove

  • Baseball bat

  • Helmet

  • Catchers gear (if applicable)

  • Sunscreen

  • Water bottle

  • Packed lunch and snacks

MEDICAL PROTOCOL

Most camps have an athletic trainer on-site to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.

TRAVEL

Nike Baseball Camps does not provide transportation from airports, train stations or bus depots. If you have a child flying to camp, please arrange a shuttle or taxi service.

TEAM/GROUP DISCOUNT

If you have a team or group of 5 or more campers registering for the same camp, each camper may be eligible for a discount. To receive the group discount, please have someone email US Sports Camps at baseball@ussportscamps.com with the following information: Camp name, list of camper names, and the number of campers. We will respond with a unique discount code for everyone in the group to use during online registration. *Note: Discount amounts vary by program, so please reach out for more details.

COMPANY POLICIES

For information regarding our cancellation policy and all other company policies, please visit USSC Policies.

NIKE BASEBALL CAMP FAQ

For general questions about our baseball camps please see our FAQ page.

Director's Note to Campers

"The Gateway Grizzlies coaching staff and players are excited to host a skills and development camp at Grizzlies Ballpark in Sauget, IL. Participants will receive high energy and age-appropriate instruction from baseball professionals in the categories of pitching, catching, hitting and fielding. We look forward to an impactful camp and are excited to see you at the ballpark this summer."