Registration now available at tigers.com/camps

DETROIT – Detroit-area youth and young Tigers fans across the state of Michigan are invited to register for the Detroit Tigers Summer Baseball and Softball Camps, presented by NIKE, which will run from late-June thru late-August at nine locations throughout the Metro Detroit region, and one session in East Lansing.

Detroit Tigers Summer Baseball and Softball Camps, now in their third year of operation, are open to boys and girls aged 6-14, and of all skill levels. Each camp will run from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., Monday thru Friday of each session.

Weekly registration costs $395, with proceeds benefiting the Detroit Tigers Foundation and its mission of enhancing lives through the games of baseball and softball with a focus on youth, education and recreation. Discounts are available, including for families registering more than one camper at the same time. Registration for all nine sessions is currently available at Tigers.com/Camps.

The health and safety of campers and staff is the Detroit Tigers’ top priority, and the club has developed a comprehensive plan that will continue to adhere to local and state guidelines, and Major League Baseball COVID-19 protocols.

“The Detroit Tigers are committed to inspiring the next generation of baseball and softball players and Tigers fans,” said Kevin Brown, Director of Community Impact for the Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings. “Under the direction of highly respected instructors, we’re excited to once again bring pro-level training and lifelong memories to hundreds of children across metro Detroit through the Tigers Youth Baseball and Softball Camps program.”

This summer’s camp dates and locations include:

Dates, City, Location

June 28 - July 2, Beverly Hills, Mich., Detroit Country Day School

July 12 - 16, Dearborn, Mich., Dearborn High School

July 19 - 23, East Lansing, Mich., MacDonald Middle School

July 19 - 23, Pontiac, Mich., Notre Dame Preparatory School

July 26 - 30, Madison Heights, Mich., Bishop Foley Catholic High School

August 2 - 6, Bloomfield Hills, Mich., Lahser Building – Bloomfield Hills Schools

August 16 - 20, Grosse Pointe Woods, Mich., University Liggett School

August 23 - 27, Canton, Mich,. Canton Sports Center at Victory Park

August 23 - 27, Wixom, Mich., Total Sports Complex

Detroit Tigers Summer Baseball and Softball Camps provide participants 30 hours of instruction, an official Tigers uniform (jersey, pants, hat and belt), four tickets to a future Tigers game at Comerica Park, a graduation certificate and much more.

Camps are managed by Executive Director and veteran youth baseball camp director Tim Rappé. All camp instructors are SafeSport trained as required by MLB.

“We can’t wait to get back on the field for our third camp season. Helping kids get better at baseball and softball while creating an unforgettable Tigers experience for them is what we’re all about,” Rappé said. “We have a passionate staff, an innovative curriculum and a great lineup of sites all aimed at making the summer of 2021 a special time for campers on and off the field.”

About The Detroit Tigers

The Detroit Tigers, Inc., a charter member of the American League in 1901, have won four World Series and 11 American League pennants. The Tigers play their home games at Comerica Park located within The District Detroit, one of the largest sports and entertainment developments in the country. For more information about the Tigers and the Ilitch Companies visit Tigers.com, DistrictDetroit.com and IlitchCompanies.com.

About the Detroit Tigers Foundation

The Detroit Tigers Foundation is the official charity of the Detroit Tigers baseball club and is an affiliate of Ilitch Charities, a 501c (3) public charity. The mission of the Foundation is to enhance lives through the game of baseball, with a focus on youth, education and recreation.