Kingsport offering Baseball & Softball Skills and Drills Courses

The Kingsport Parks and Recreation Department is offering Baseball & Softball Skills and Drills courses beginning next month for children interested in learning the basics.

Classes will be held September 4 and September 18 from 5:45 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Domtar Park (1414 Riverport Road) or – in the case of rain – at the V.O. Dobbins, Sr. Complex (301 Louis Street).

During the course, children will learn the essential skills of baseball or softball, including how to throw, field and hit a ball as well as going over drills to improve speed, footwork and agility.

Note – children must be registered in the Kingsport Parks and Recreation fall 7-9 baseball or softball leagues to participate.

The registration fee is $20 per player per session. To register, visit https://bit.ly/3XcoPfV. You can also click on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on the “CivicRec” link, then search for “skills and drills” in the search bar.

For information about other programs, activities and classes offered by the Kingsport Parks and Recreation Department, visit www.kingsportparksandrecreation.org or call 423-229-9460.