Camps

The primary goal of the Nebraska Baseball Academy is to help each athlete develop a positive mental attitude about themselves and the game of baseball.  Our focused instruction provides campers with sound fundamentals, disciplined work habits, drill work for personal work, and a passion for the game.  Our personalized approach helps build confidence.  We want our athletes to confidently approach their next challenge and help them contribute to their personal goals and those set by their coaches and team.

It is the policy of the Nebraska Baseball Academy to admit any and all qualified applicants without regard to disability, race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin or sexual orientation.

The Nebraska Baseball Academy does not provide local transportation from the airport, bus station or train depots for any participants to the camp facilities.  If you require this type of transportation, please contact us at 402-472-2269 or rbrinkmann@huskers.com for information on other forms of local transportation provided.

Following are brief descriptions of all camps offered by the Nebraska Baseball Academy.  Click "Printable Registration Form" for a camp registration form.  Hope to see you at our upcoming events!

Veteran Hitting Camp

High School Players Only
 
This 4-hour camp will instruct ball players on hitting drills and techniques used at the University of Nebraska.  The Academy staff will lecture on swing mechanics, use numerous hitting drills to teach and break down each individual's swing on video.  Players will be divided into groups with those of similar age during the "hitting drill" portion of the day.
 
Location:  Hawks Field at Haymarket Park
 
Date/Time:  Wednesday, June 5 (8am - noon)
 
Registration Fee:  $80.00
 
 
 

Rookie Hitting Camp

2nd Grade - 8th Grade

This 4-hour camp will instruct ball players on hitting drills and techniques used at the University of Nebraska.  The Academy staff will lecture on swing mechanics, use numerous hitting drills to teach and break down each individual's swing on video.  Players will be divided into groups with those of similar age during the "hitting drill" portion of the day.

Date/Time:  Wednesday, June 5 (1pm - 5pm)

Location:    Hawks Field at Haymarket Park

Registration Fee:  $80.00

Printable Registration Form

Register Online

 

4-on-1 Hitting Instruction

2nd Grade - 2013 High School Seniors
 
This is a 4-week session, meeting once per week for 60 minutes (4 total hours of instruction).
 
4-on-1 Hitting Instruction is a hands-on class for those who want to improve their offensive game.  Classes are limited to 4-5 players and sessions are designed to teach drills and philosophy that we hope will create a consistent level of success for all ages and abilities.  Players will be grouped with those of similar age and remain with that group for the entire session.
 
Location:  Haymarket Park Indoor Facility
 
Dates/Times:  TBA
 
Registration Fee:  $110.00
 
 

Veteran Hitting School

High School Players Only
 
This is a 4-week session, meeting once a week for 2 hours (8 hours of total instruction).
 

Techniques and drills used during this session are the same taught and practiced daily by Nebraska Baseball.  The Hitting School will focus on a comprehensive training program with special emphasis on routine and repetition.  Each week will begin with a block of "classroom time" to help players stay focused on what is being taught on that particular day.

Location:    Haymarket Park Indoor Facility

Dates/Times:         TBA

Registration Fee:  $160.00

 

Academy Hitting Leagues

High School Players Only
 
Thsi is a 4-week session, meeting once per week for 60 minutes (4 total hours).
 
Test your skill set against other ball players from around the area.  The first 20 minutes of each meeting will be devoted to instruction on that evening's particular skill and the competition portion will take place during the final 40 minutes.  Scores will be tallied at the end of the 4-week session and a champion crowned.  Four (4) teams will be allowed to register for each session (Monday or Wednesday).
 
Special Note:  Each team must sign up with a group of 4 players
 
Dates/Times:  TBA
 
Location:  Haymarket Park Indoor Facility
 
Registration Fee:  $80.00/team member
 
 
 

Individual Private Hitting Lessons

Individual private hitting lessons are now available through the Nebraska Baseball Academy.
 
Because of NCAA bylaws, these private lessons are open only to 10-year olds through individuals currently in the eighth grade. NCAA bylaws state that "prospective student-athletes" shall include any individual who has started classes for the ninth grade and are prohibited from participating in private lessons.
 
Lessons will be 4-week sessions meeting once a week for 45 minutes.
 
You will have the opportunity to select your instructor when registering.
 
Curtis Ledbetter
See bio on staff page
NOTE:  Curtis will allow you to switch any private hitting lesson below with a private catching lesson
 
Jeff Christy
See bio on staff page
NOTE:  Jeff will allow you to switch any private hitting lesson below with a private catching lesson
 
Brandt Vlieger
Brandt played for the Huskers (shortstop) in 1999-2000 and was on the Nebraska coaching staff in 2001: 2003-2004.  He has also coached at Barton County Community College (2004-05) and Lincoln Southwest Legion (2007-12).  Brandt has been employed with the Nebraks Baseball Academy for several years and just recently agreed to help us with private lessons.

 
DatesTimesInstructor
Sundays:  May 19, 26; June 2, 94 - 4:45pmVlieger - FULL
Sundays:  May 19, 26; June 2, 95 - 5:45pmVlieger - FULL
Sundays:  June 16, 23, 30; July 74 - 4:45pmVlieger
Sundays:  June 16, 23, 30; July 75 - 5:45pmVlieger
 

Dates/Times:  Fall/Winter 2013

Location:    Haymarket Park Indoor Facility
 
Registration Fee: $200.00
 
Please call or e-mail Renee Brinkmann to confirm dates/times are available before registering. She can be reached at 402-472-2269 or rbrinkmann@huskers.com.
 
 

 
 

NEBRASKA BASEBALL ACADEMY REFUND POLICY

If it is necessary for you to cancel your camp registration, we ask that you do so at least 3 days prior to the camp date. If you cancel within this time frame, we will provide you with one of the following refund options:

Option #1 A 50% refund

Option #2 A FULL credit voucher to use on a Nebraska Baseball Academy camp (expires after 1 year)

Currently Active Camps

The links below are for EXPRESS checkout only for those who want to go directly to our on-line registration system.  If you want more detailed information on any of the camps we offer through the Academy or if you would like a hard copy of the registration form, click CAMPS at the top of this page.

Veteran Pitching/Catching Camp

Rookie Pitching/Catching Camp

Veteran Hitting Camp

Rookie Hitting Camp

Stars Camp

Loup City Day Camp

Holdrege Day Camp

Geneva Day Camp

Auburn Day Camp

Chappell Day Camp**

North Platte Day Camp**

Bellevue Day Camp

Elmwood Day Camp

Wakefield Day Camp**

Fullerton Day Camp**

**Includes Softball Camp too!

Experienced Coaching Staff

Message From Coach Erstad

The NEBRASKA BASEBALL ACADEMY has a passion for this great game of baseball.  Our purpose is to influence the lives of the youth in a positive way.  The Academy will  help do this by teaching all participants how to play the game the right way, developing the unique tools each child has and creating a work ethic that is unbreakable on and off the field.  We will give you the tools to build your foundation as a baseball player and have a blast doing it!