OSC Head Coach, Joni Frei, has been selected by the Adidas Futures program to represent Canada in the 2012 Adidas Futures National Tournament.

The 2012 Adidas Futures National Tournament will feature 500 to 550 of the best unsigned/uncommitted softball players (ages 14-18) from throughout North America. The event will be held July 17-22, 2012 in St. George, Utah at the Canyons Softball Complex.

The Adidas Futures program was designed in 2006 to attract the nation’s top 100 eligible unsigned/uncommitted fastpitch recruits. Since the camp has been a tremendous success over the years there has been a request to grow the event into a National Tournament allowing more athletes to compete.

With the criteria established by Adidas Futures, the mission will now be to bring between 500-750 uncommitted athletes (selected by Adidas Futures All-Star Coaches) together to compete on a stage unmatched by any other showcase. The Adidas Futures National Tournament will provide full viewing capability for college coaches and consistent playing time for athletes which will marry the desire of each and redefine college recruiting by only allowing uncommitted athletes.

In order to be selected as an “Adidas Futures National Tournament Player” the following criteria must be met:

• An athlete is      selected by an Adidas Futures All-Star Coach (ages 14 to 18 years old)

• An athlete must be uncommitted to remain eligible for the tournament

Canada’s Adidas Futures All-Star Coach, Joni Frei is the co-owner of Between the White Lines and also is the Head Coach of the Okanagan Softball Camps. She will be conducting the Canadian tryouts on the following announced dates:

• Sunday, April 8^th:   11 am to 5 pm  -  Sunnyside Softball Complex, White Rock, BC
• Monday, April 9^th:  10 am to 4 pm -  Sunnyside Softball Complex, White Rock, BC

For more information regarding the 2012 Adidas Futures Tournament, please contact Joni directly at Jonifrei@yahoo.com or visit her on facebook at “Between the White Lines”.

Marty Lehn, owner of the Okanagan Softball Camp is pleased to announce that the OSC and Joni Frei will be continuing their partnership in 2012. Joni, co-owner of Between the White Lines, will continue her role as Camp Director and Head Coach of the 2012 OSC Summer Camps. Between the White Lines will continue to offer winter and spring coaching programs and all interested parties can contact Joni directly at JoniFrei@yahoo.com.

Marty commented, “We are very excited to have Joni back at the OSC for 2012. Her passion for the sport and her ties to the softball community bring an added excitment and opportunities to the OSC camps and the players who attend.” For 2012, the OSC and Between the White Lines will partner on the 2012 Elite College Exposure Camp to be held in Oliver, BC, August 21 to 26. The Elite College Exposure Camp is ideal for dedicated players born in 1997 or earlier who wish to take their game to the college level.

New for the 2012 Elite College Exposure Camp will be the addition of the Mizuno Showcase Tournament, to be held at the end of the camp. Joni comments, “The addition of the Mizuno Showcase Tournament allows our campers to work with coaches in game situations, a great format to finish up the camp.” Teams are welcome to register to participate in the tournament which will run from Friday, August 24 (Noon) to Sunday, Aug. 26 (3 pm). For more information regarding the 2012 Elite College Exposure Camp and Tournament please contact the OSC office at info@okanagansoftballcamp.com.

Head Coach Joni Frei announces new dates for the 2012 Elite College Exposure Camp to be held in Oliver, B.C. The new dates, Aug. 21 to Aug. 26 allow us to better work with the dates our guest coaches are available. In addition, our guest coaches will then be able to work with players at the OSC camps, Aug. 27 to Sept. 1.

New for the 2012 Elite College Exposure Camp will be the addition of the Mizuno Showcase Tournament, to be held at the end of the camp. Joni comments, “The addition of the Mizuno Showcase Tournament allows our campers to work with coaches in game situations, a great format to finish up the camp.” Teams are welcome to register to participate in the tournament which will run from Friday, August 24 (Noon) to Sunday, Aug. 26 (3 pm). For more information regarding the 2012 Elite College Exposure Camp and Tournament please contact the OSC office at info@okanagansoftballcamp.com.

The 2012 OKANAGAN Summer Camp schedule is finalized for players, ages 12 to 16+. Owner Marty Lehn, “Joni and the OSC staff are all excited about the 2012 schedule and we look forward to working with players of all abilities who want to improve their ball skills.”

The OSC summer camps offer quality coaching and instruction in a positive, fun and professional atmosphere. OSC players are developed through positive reinforcement and rewarding experiences, in the spirit of competition.

Experienced players and coaches make up the staff of counselors and instructors at the Okanagan Softball Camp. Each camper receives individual attention, outstanding mentorship and skills training, providing exposure to the best softball environment this country has to offer.

First pitch for the 2012 OSC camp season will be at the Elite College Exposure Camp to be held in Oliver, B.C. July 23 to 29. This camp gives serious players, born in 1996 or earlier the opportunity to prepare themselves and their game for the “College” level. Guest coaches will include coaches/scouts from Canadian and US schools as well as seminars on College preparation and scholarship opportunities. If you are a player who wishes to take their game and education to the college level, this is the ideal camp for you.

The second week of 2012 OSC camps will be for three age groups, 12/13 group, 14/15 group and 15+ group, all participating in Oliver, B.C. the week of August 27 to September 1.

The OSC 12/13 group is for players born in 2000 and 1999. This camp is ideal for all skill levels and will focus on building the fundamentals of the game along with specialized positional instruction, throwing/pitching instruction, base running and all aspects of hitting. Cost of the camp, including lodging, meals, camp shirt and professional instruction will be $600. Dates of the camp are August 27 to September 1.

The OSC 14/15 group is for players born in 1998 and 1997. This camp is ideal for all skill levels and will focus on skill development including specialized positional instruction, throwing/pitching instruction as well as all aspects of hitting, game defense and base running. Cost of the camp, including lodging, meals, camp shirt and professional instruction will be $600. Dates of the camp are August 27 to September 1.

The OSC 15+ group is designed for players of all skill levels born in 1997 or earlier. The 15+ camp will key on specialized positional instruction, throwing/pitching instruction, along with all aspects of hitting, game defense and base running. Cost of the camp, including lodging, meals, camp shirt and professional instruction will be $600. Dates of the camp are August 27 to September 1.

The OKANAGAN SOFTBALL CAMPS and Mizuno Canada will continue their key partnership for the 2012 OSC Summer Camps. OSC owner, Marty Lehn commented “Mizuno is a company committed to the sport of softball and over the years I have enjoyed a great relationship working with them through my involvement with Team Canada. We are very excited to our continued partnership and look forward to their involvement in the OSC camps in the future.”

Mizuno’s National Sales Manager, Dave Bartlett, “Mizuno has played an integral role in the promotion of the sport of softball to players of all ages. We are excited to continue our partnership with Okanagan Softball Camps in order to continue to support the growth of the game. We love to share our passion for ball with young players who we hope will become the superstars of the future. Together with OSC, we are dedicated to making this happen!”

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Bring your team to the OSC Summer Camp and receive a team discount. For five or more attending players, each player receives a $50 discount. Bring 10 or more and each player receives a $100 discount. Players must be new campers (call for details) to qualify for “Team Discount”.

For more details or questions, call 604-531-9916 or email us at info@okanagansoftballcamp.com

The OSC Camp Referral program continues. If your name is listed in the registration of a NEW camper, you will receive a $25 credit on your camp account. Be sure that your new camper lists your full name in the section that asks “How you heard about us?”

There is no limit to this program other than the camper must be a NEW attendee. Bring a friend to camp, have fun and save!

Group rates are available, for more information contact info@okanagansoftballcamp.com

The Okanagan Softball Camps are pleased to announce the continued partnership with the Lakeside Resort located just a few minutes from the Oliver camp complex. OSC owner Marty Lehn, “The Lakeside Resort has been a long time favorite for many of our campers and tournament teams over the past years. We are pleased to continue our partnership with them and encourage our guests to consider Lakeside Resort when making reservations for the 2012 season.

The Lakeside Resort offers suites, cabanas, camping, RVing and is located on beautiful Tuc-el-Nuit Lake. Fairview Mountain and Nk’mip golf courses close by as well as plenty of wineries to visit and enjoy.

For more information visit www.lakeside.bc.ca or call 1-800-220-7330.

The OKANAGAN SOFTBALL CAMP is pleased to have Walnut Beach Resort continue as a “Preferred Partner” for 2012. BLE owner, Marty Lehn commented “Walnut Beach Resort has long been a favorite choice of many of our OSC guests and tournament teams. If you are considering Osoyoos from 2012, Walnut Beach Resort should be at the top of your list!

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The OKANAGAN SOFTBALL CAMP is pleased to be partnered with the DAYS INN PENTICTON in 2012. Whether attending a OSC event or travelling on business, the Days Inn Penticton hotel provides undeniable comforts that keep you coming back to this 3 acre getaway at the top of the Sonoran Desert.

Please indicate you are a OSC guest when making your reservations by calling the hotel directly at (250) 493-6616.

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