The Battery Camp 2023
Where Pitchers and Catchers learn the game within the game
A strong team relies on a powerful bond, effective communication, and the ability to read each other’s body language, all fueled by a robust battery of skills and cooperation.
The Battery IS the example of these traits for the rest of the team to feed off.
This synergy among team members fosters better collaboration and enhances overall team performance, ultimately leading to greater success.
Camp Details
📅 4 Days – November 16th to 19th
🕘 17 hours with Coach Amanda, College Coaches, and College Players (+3 hours when you add on the hitting clinic)
🥎 Add-On the Hitting Clinic with Neurological (BRAIN) S&C Coach Barrett Smith and Coach Amanda
📋 Showcase Opportunity and Written Evaluation with College Coaches
Recommended for High School Students and UP
$449 $549 PER PERSON
4 DAY CAMP VALUE BREAKDOWN
4 DAY CAMP WITH COACH AMANDA, COLLEGE COACHES, AND COLLEGE PLAYERS (Value of $750)
SHOWCASE OPPORTUNITY WITH COLLEGE COACHES (Value of $450)
GOODY BAGS (Value of $119)
TOTAL VALUE PER PERSON: $1390
YOUR PRICE PER PERSON: $449
Price will increase to $549 Oct 1, 2023
Pitchers and Catchers should come as a pair if possible or plan to be paired up with players from all over the US.
At the Battery Camp your pitchers and catchers will:
- Learn WHAT the battery is and HOW it powers the team
- Learn how to communicate with and without words
- Practice in real game scenarios
- Learn from College Coaches and Players
- Showcase their skills in front of College Coaches from all levels
- Meet college players that were in the 2023 WCS
- See how she compares to college pitchers and caters in demos, games, and challenges
- Shop at vendor booths for the latest gear - gloves, bats, catchers gear, training tools, and more
CAMP ITINERARY
5-8 PM Kickoff Party
- Meet Coach Amanda, the College Coaches, and the College Players
- Get your Goodie Bag
- Shop with the Vendors
- Get dessert at the Food Trucks
- Play games
9 AM – 12 PM (Add-On) Improving Vision Batting Clinic with Neurological (BRAIN) S&C Coach Barrett Smith
- Hitting Mechanics
- Vision Mechanics
- Drills to practice making eyes stronger
- Tools to take home and use
5-8 PM The Battery
- Doors open at 4 PM for last minute registration/check in and SHOPPING!
- Camp Overview
- What is The Battery?
- Pitchers’ role in The Battery – Pitchers teach the Catchers how to pitch
- Catchers’ role in The Battery – Catchers teach the Pitchers how to catch
- Why Warm-ups are the MOST critical time for The Battery to gel
- Showcase Session – Initial evaluation from college coaches in a Bullpen Session
9 AM – 12 PM Optimizing Mechanics
- Breakout Session – Mechanics Overview: Pitchers with Pitching Coaches and Catchers with Catching Coaches
- Breakout Sessions – Mechanics Overview of Your Counterpart: Pitchers with Catching Coaches and Catchers with Pitching Coaches
Pitcher’s Speed and Movement - Catcher’s Pop Time
12 PM – 1 PM Catered Lunch
You’re welcome to stay and eat for free or leave for the hour to take a break (not paid for if you leave)
1 PM – 4 PM Optimizing Communication
- What do Pitchers want Catchers to help them with at practice, on the mound in a game, between innings when pitching, and between games scouting teams
- What do Catchers want Pitchers to help them with at practice, on the mound in a game, between innings when pitching, and between games scouting teams
- Reading Body Language – Pitchers vs Catchers
- White Zone Communication
9 AM – 12 PM Practicing Communication in The Battery
- Differences in Pitcher Communication and Catcher Communication
- Communication Scenarios – physical, mental, emotional struggles, umpire, fielding, and wild pitches/past balls
12 PM – 1 PM Catered Lunch
- You’re welcome to stay and eat for free or leave for the hour to take a break (not paid for if you leave)
1 PM – 3 PM Putting Her Skills to Work
- Situational Communication Practice
- Showcase Session – Final evaluation from college coaches in a Bullpen Session
- Review and Feedback
- Group Pictures – Everyone, Players only, Coaches only
- Final opportunity for shopping until the doors close at 4 PM!
Talking to College Coaches: Do's & Dont's and Tips
DO:
- Introduce yourself
- Talk to them about skills and drills
- Demonstrate your desire for the game and your personality
- Show them your best, and how you bounce back from moments
- Ask them about their school, it’s mascot, sports other than softball, and things to do in the town, the school is in
- Let the coaches ask you questions
- Share what you know about their school and their softball team because it shows interest
- Ask for their autograph
- Expect an honest evaluation of your skills from the coaches
DONT:
- Ask NCAA Division 1 and 2 coaches if you can play on their team
- Expect the coaches to talk to you about anything more than skills and drills
TIPS:
- Be prepared to share a skills video and bio with a coach if you’re a junior or senior
- Coaches will have Identifying Stickers stating their:
- Name
- College
- Organization (NCAA, NJCAA, NAIA)
- Division (if applicable)
Travel Logistics
For all out of state participants, it is recommended to fly in via Denver International Airport
There are a lot of options to dine in the area, here are some of our picks!
Smokin Fins
Torchy’s Tacos
Los Dos Potrillos Mexican Restaurant
Tokyo Joe’s
Wahoo’s Fish Taco
Shake Shack
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Jersey Mike’s
Wingstop
There are many things to do while you are here, if you decide to come in early or stay later here are some of our suggestions for your travel itinerary
Hiking and outdoor activities (weather permitting)
- Daniel’s Park
- Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater
- Chatfield State Park
- Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms
Museum’s, Aquarium, and Zoo
Colorado’s weather conditions can vary. Please be aware of the possibility of freezing rain and snow. If you are delayed or need to cancel due to the weather, please notify Amanda ASAP:
Coach Amanda
719-357-5714
amanda@whitezonecoaching.com
Refunded purchases may take up to 30 days to process. Please review our Terms & Conditions for refunds and cancellations
Hi! I'm Coach Amanda Smith
I’m putting on this camp because The Battery is one of the most important relationships in the game AND no one teaches how to be in this relationship. Coaches expect players to understand the intricacies of the relationship, then do nothing to teach them what it actually involves.
I had the unique opportunity to learn both pitching and catching most of my softball career. I practiced both positions at the D1 school I went to. Then, I ended my career at a D2 school as just a pitcher with an amazing pitching coach.
Don Pettrow taught me how to practice like a pitcher so my game would be even stronger. He taught me and my catcher what the relationship should look like. How to read each other’s body language and help each other be better at our respective positions because of our unique view and vantage point.
Now I get to share those teachings and more with you! I’m excited to teach your player the deeper parts of the game that involve skill, and go way beyond skill into the mental game. The game within the game and this relationship within the game. Because when The Battery is powerful, magic happens for everyone.
