Summer Campers Get Pro Baseball Tips In Somers

SOMERS, NY — Summer Trails Day Camp, located in Somers, recently hosted members of the Major League Baseball community to teach campers about America’s favorite pastime sport. Each year, retired or current baseball players, coaches and managers visit Summer Trails to lead discussions, demonstrations and interactive exhibitions allowing campers to improve their skills while having fun with seasoned professionals.

Frank Catalanotto, former New York Mets and Toronto Blue Jays player, and Matt Merullo, former Chicago White Sox player, recently visited Summer Trails to provide one-on-one expert hitting instruction and teach various throwing and catching techniques and drills. Campers also had the opportunity to ask questions and receive signed memorabilia.

“At Summer Trails Day Camp, we strive to provide our campers with the tools needed to help them succeed, while also making sure they have fun and enjoy their youth,” said Jamie Sirkin, director of Summer Trails Day Camp. “We are so grateful to have these professionals visit us each year as it is such a valuable experience that teaches campers not only about baseball, but also about hard work and dedication.”

Summer Trails Day Camp’s baseball program is designed to provide individualized skill progression to campers eight to thirteen years old. Taught by mature experienced coaches, each camper has the chance to expand their limits, have fun with friends, learn about sportsmanship and experience camp to its fullest.

Photo credit: Frank Catalanotto, former New York Mets and Toronto Blue Jays player, leads baseball demonstration. Photo credit: Josh Silk.