Fall Clinic Series Pilot, 2025; Majors Level, League Age 11 Players

Overview:

This Fall Clinic Series is a pilot program initiated by Lake Murray LL coach and manager Brendan Fenton, and approved by the league for Fall 2025. 

This is the first season testing this format, and we expect it to evolve over time. If other managers or coaches are interested in organizing similar programs for a specific age group for future fall seasons, we welcome and encourage those individuals to reach out to the board to share interest.

Program Vision:

This pilot program was born out of a desire to keep LMLL players, who didn’t intend to play fall baseball, engaged in baseball & the league. The board was approached to allow a fall option for advanced development, in a more flexible format. It’s not designed to replace the value of Fall Ball, but rather to offer an additional way to keep skills sharp for players with other fall commitments. It offers a concise and focused training opportunity for players looking to develop their skills through structured, high-repetition practices.

If successful, this clinic model may inspire future fall-season clinics for other age groups. Any coach or manager interested in proposing and leading a similar program for future fall seasons is encouraged to bring their ideas forward.

Format & Focus:

This clinic offers structured, skills-focused practices for motivated players looking to develop in a high-rep, game-situation training environment. Sessions will include:

• Pitching and catching instruction

• Position-specific infield and outfield development
  
  

• Hitting mechanics and approach
  
  

• Baseball IQ and situational drills

Priority Participants:

This program is open to all 11 yr old LMLL players, with priority given to:

• Players who will be league age 11 for the Spring 2026 season

• Players who intend to play in the Majors division in Spring 2026

• Players who were not able to prioritize enrollment in LMLL Fall Ball program

Important: This clinic is not a replacement for Fall Ball. Players enrolled in Fall Ball receive a comprehensive developmental experience, including regular games, structured practices, and team building. This clinic is designed as an alternative format for those unable to commit to a full fall season but still seeking high-quality instruction.

Dates and Times:

• Sundays from September 7 to November 2, 2025

  • Potential no-session date: October 12 (Fall Break)

• Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 A

• Location: Sunset Field 

• Estimated total sessions: 8

Cost:

• $50 per player

  • Covers baseballs, field maintenance materials & contribution toward other league operating costs, etc…

  • Registration is for the full session, no refunds will be given for missing a session 

  • Registration fee can be paid via check or via league Venmo

• The program is volunteer-led by Brendan Fenton and other league-approved guest coaches

Registration Details:

• Open Now - August 31, 2025 11:59pm

• Limited to 15 players

  • When attendance is not maximized we may take the opportunity to open attendance for any given session to the priority list and potentially other like players