February 2020 Academy Happenings

Reds Youth Academy set to Host Pitch, Hit & Run competition!

The Reds Youth Academy will once again hold the local Pitch, Hit & Run competition Saturday, April 25, 2020! The overall winner will have the chance to move on to the next round and compete at Great American Ball Park! Participation is free.

Event Details:

WHEN: Saturday, April 25, 2020
WHERE: Reds Youth Academy (2026 E. Seymour Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45237)
AGES: 7-14
TIME: 9-11:30 a.m.

REGISTER HERE 

*OLDER RBI MEMBERS MAY ALSO VOLUNTEER FOR THE EVENT*

What is Pitch, Hit & Run?

Pitch, Hit & Run (PHR) is an MLB-sponsored event across the nation. Each child will have a pitching, hitting and running portion of the event.

Pitching: In this section, you throw six pitches at a target. Points are awarded for hitting any part of the target. The point value is the same no matter what part of the target you hit.

Hitting: You get three swings off a tee, with the furthest hit measured. Points are awarded for distance and how straight you can hit the ball. The measurement starts when the ball first touches the ground.

Running: The final section of the competition is a timed run from second base to home plate with the distance between each base is 60 feet (120 feet in total). The faster the time, the higher the score.

Scoring/Winner: The winner of the Pitch, Hit & Run competition will be determined by whoever has the highest score after all three events.

More Information: You can get more information at PitchHitRun.com or contact the Reds Youth Academy at (513) 765-5000 or [email protected]


Reds Youth Academy set to Host Junior Home Run Derby!

The Reds Youth Academy will once again hold the Junior Home Run Derby on Saturday, April 25, 2020! Participation is free.

Event Details:

WHEN: Saturday, April 25, 2020
WHERE: Reds Youth Academy (2026 E. Seymour Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45237)
AGES: 12-14 (All ages are allowed, however, they must follow the same rules as everyone else)
TIME: 12 p.m.

REGISTER HERE

*RBI MEMBERS MAY ALSO VOLUNTEER FOR THIS EVENT*

What is the Junior Home Run Derby?

Similar to the Pitch, Hit & Run, the Junior Home Run Derby is an MLB-sponsored event across the nation. Each participant will have the chance to hit as many home runs as they can within the time limit. The participant who hits the most home run in the allotted time with be declared the winner!

More Information: Visit jrhrd.com or contact the Reds Youth Academy at (513) 765- 5000 or [email protected]


Academy members learn slap hitting from Destinee Martinez!

About Destinee Martinez

Destinee Martinez played her college career at the University of Oklahoma, graduating in 2014. While a Sooner, she helped the team capture the NCAA National Championship in 2013.

While at Oklahoma, Martinez was a member of three All-Big 12 teams, including two First Team and one Second Team. At the conclusion of her senior season, Martinez was seventh in hits in Big 12 history, as well as fifth in hits in Oklahoma school history.

The outfielder was also a part of the 2013 World Cup team that grabbed the silver medal.


Reds Youth Academy welcomes Milwaukee Brewers' pitcher Brent Suter