2009 Winter Aztec Youth All Skills Camp
12/21/09 - 12/22/09
The 2009 Winter Aztec Youth All Skills Camp at San Diego State University offers players the opportunity to receive quality instruction from exceptional and experienced baseball coaches. The San Diego State University Coaching Staff has designed and implemented a camp format to attract baseball talent to our Southern California campus.
Camp Cost: $125.00
Washington Nationals Sign Strasburg for Record $15 Million
The Washington Nationals knew they needed to sign No. 1 overall draft pick Stephen Strasburg, and they did.
They needed him because of his pitching talent, his 100 mph fastballs and knee-buckling breaking balls. They needed him to ramp up the remaking of a last-place team on pace for a second consecutive 100-loss season. And they needed him to create a good vibe around a team that's suffered sagging attendance at a new stadium and all manner of bad publicity.
The easy part was drafting Strasburg in June. The hard part was getting him to agree to a contract by the deadline of midnight as Monday turned to Tuesday.
Washington got it done, agreeing with Strasburg on a record-breaking contract worth about $15 million over four years. The struggling team and the hard-throwing right-hander resolved everything at "11:58 and 43 seconds," Nationals president Stan Kasten said.
The deal is worth roughly 50 percent more than the previous highest guaranteed deal for a player in baseball's amateur draft, the $10.5 million pitcher Mark Prior(notes) got from the Chicago Cubs in 2001.
Strasburg gets a four-year contract covering 2009-12 that will pay him slightly more than $15.1 million. The exact amount depends on prorating his $400,000 salary for this year, based on the date the contract is official.
If no agreement had been reached by the deadline, the team would have relinquished its rights to Strasburg. A year ago, Washington failed to reach an agreement with its first-round selection, Missouri pitcher Aaron Crow.
At 6-foot-4, 220 pounds, and with a fastball that can reach 100 mph, Strasburg is projected to be precisely the sort of power starter the Nationals have lacked since moving from Montreal to the nation's capital before the 2005 season.
Strasburg went 13-1 for the Aztecs last season, leading Division I pitchers in ERA (1.35) and strikeouts (195 in 109 innings), and won the Golden Spikes award for the top U.S. amateur baseball player.
The expectation is that Strasburg will join third baseman Ryan Zimmerman(notes) as one of the faces of a rebuilding franchise heading to its fourth last-place NL East finish in five seasons.
The Nationals hope Strasburg can help boost interest in the team. Since opening their $600 million-plus ballpark for the 2008 season, the Nationals have had a hard time attracting fans: They are averaging about 23,100 spectators this season, worse than all but two NL clubs.
Whatever the PR benefit to the signing, the Nationals are most excited about Strasburg's ability to throw a baseball.
After all, highly touted rookie starter Jordan Zimmermann(notes) needs reconstructive elbow surgery and is expected to be sidelined for the next 12 to 18 months. Plus, the five pitchers currently holding spots in Washington's starting rotation are a combined 16-23 with a 4.52 ERA this season.
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San Diego State Baseball Camps
San Diego State University offers serious student-athletes the opportunity to receive quality instruction from exceptional and experienced baseball coaches. The San Diego State University Coaching Staff has designed and implemented a camp format to attract quality baseball talent to our Southern California campus.
The San Diego State Aztec Baseball Camps and showcase camps are some of the finest baseball camps in Southern California. Whether its a weeklong summer camp, winter holiday camp or fall ball clinic they do it all.
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12/21 – 12/22 ~ Monday to Tuesday
2009 Winter Aztec Youth All Skills Camp
Location: Tony Gwynn Stadium, SDSU | Ages: 8-12
Cost: $ 125.00  View Camp Details
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12/28 – 12/29 ~ Monday to Tuesday
2009 Aztec Winter High School Prospect Camp
Location: Tony Gwynn Stadium, SDSU | Ages: Grades 9-12
Cost: $ 250.00 View Camp Details
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Our camps range in ages and we should have a program to fit your needs. If you do not see a date that works for you at this time check back to the site as we add new sessions often.
Questions regarding San Diego State University Baseball Camps? Contact Brock Ungricht at bungricht@mail.sdsu.edu or 619-594-6889.
Don't miss the opportunity to attend this amazing Mountain West Conference Baseball Camp!
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SDSU Camp FAQs
Q. What should I bring to my baseball camp or showcase camp?
A. Many times the camp itself will have a recommended list of items to bring to camp, but here are a few things to help you. All position players should bring a bat and glove. Look like a baseball player by wearing a hat, jersey, belt, baseball socks, etc. You need to look the part. If you are a catcher, have your own gear. Hitters, bring your bat and helmet just in case. Don't expect to use the college's equipment and you must be ready to go! Borrow something from a teammate or coach if you do not have one.
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Q. What is your refund policy?
A. We do not offer refunds on canceled campers, just a future camp credit if you decide to cancel, but we do have what is called "Cancellation Protection".
We offer basic Cancellation Protection to allow participants some peace of mind in case plans change. This allows us to keep our prices low and provide the best service possible. Due at the time of registration, Cancellation Protection entitles you to a full refund of camp fees should you cancel your registration more than 14 days prior to the start of an overnight camp, and 7 days prior to the start of a day camp. If you cancel within 14 or 7 days of the start of your session, we will give you a camp credit for all money paid.
The credit is valid for three years from camp date at any of our camps, clinics or prospect events. Credit with insurance is transferable to family members or friends, and good toward a future camp.
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