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Head Coach Brian Shoop “It has been a blessing and privilege to work with Coach Shoop. He is, in my opinion, the best coach in all of America. He is incredibly orga- Head Coach nized and prepared and thinks the game at a different level. What truly seperates him is love Brian Shoop for his players and his faith. When you have an opportunity to be around him you can’t help but grow as a coach and as a person.” - Perry Roth, UAB assistant coach UAB (10th Year) - Entered the 2016 season with 961 career victories - Guided UAB to a runner-up finish in the 2015 Conference “I learned so much from Coach Shoop; how to USA Tournament treat the kids, how to be a husband and father, - Led UAB to first-ever Conference USA Tournament championship in 2012 how to run an offense, how to balance baseball - Guided the Blazers to a 35-win season in 2014, the most wins and family, and how to treat the team. Everyday in a season since the 1993 campaign the things I do are a reflection of what I learned - Took the Green and Gold to the NCAA regionals for the first time since 1991 from him.” - Posted four consecutive winning seasons (2009-12) - Tied for fourth in C-USA in 2007 to mark the highest finish - Darren Schoenrock, Memphis head for the program since 1998 - 2008 inductee into ALABCA Hall of Fame coach - 2008 inductee into Birmingham-Southern Sports Hall of Fame Invitation from Head Coach “When we called other head coaches to get input on prospective candidates, almost every person said, ‘You’ve got the best person Brian Shoop right in Birmingham in Brian Shoop.’ He graduates players, he coaches a very competitive program, and he’s involved in the community.” - Richard Margison, former UAB interim AD We would like to invite you to participate in our 2016 summer camp schedule. Each camp Birmingham-Southern (17 Years) is a different format that should meet your - 699 wins (average of 41 wins per season) - Winningest coach all-time at Birmingham-Southern every need. All camps will utilize members of - 2001 NAIA national champions the UAB coaching staff and players so you will - 10 regional appearances receive the same instruction that our college - 16 consecutive winning seasons - 2001 National Coach of the Year players receive. We will keep our numbers low 2016 - 2004 Big South Coach of the Year enough to ensure you will receive personal - Conference or Regional Coach of the Year seven of his last 10 attention. Come join the fun and excitement Brian Shoop years of UAB baseball! Baseball Camps at UAB Mississippi State (Seven Years) - Coached three SEC championship teams - Brian Shoop - Appeared in the 1985 College World Series - Coached MLB greats Rafael Palmeiro, Will Clark, Jeff Brantley, and Bobby Thigpen - Coached under legendary coach Ron Polk Other - ABCA National Convention speaker (four times) - Malone College Athletics Hall of Fame - Resides in Birmingham with his wife, Brenda, and five (All camps or clinics are open to any and all entrants. Limited children; Scott, Emily, Hannah, and twins Sarah and Jesse only by number, age, grade level and/or gender) Please enroll me for the following camp(s): Please Note: Camps are often fully booked before the end of the school year. We suggest registering __ June 6-9 Pitching Camp (9 am - 12 pm) $100 early. All cancellations received by the baseball office will be charged a $25 processing fee. Phone: 205- __ June 6-9 Catching Camp (9 am - 12 pm) $100 934-5182 __ June 6-9 Infielding Camp (9 am - 12 pm) $100 PITCHING, CATCHING, INFIELDING/HITTING CAMP -- June 6-9 __ June 6-9 Hitting Camp (1 pm - 4 pm) $100 Who: Ages 8-14 Where: Young Memorial Field on the UAB campus __ June 20-22 High School Overnight Camp $390 When: Pitchers, catchers, and infielders (choose one emphasis) meet from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. __ June 27-29 High School Overnight Camp $390 Hitters meet from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. __ July 17-20 Father & Son Camp $200 How Much: The cost is $100 for half days and $200 a week for the full day Camp t-shirt is included. Lunch is provided daily for campers enrolled in the morning and afternoon sessions * If you prefer, online registration is available at uabsports.com. HIGH SCHOOL OVERNIGHT CAMP -- June 20-22 Who: Ages 14-High School Seniors Where: Young Memorial Field on the UAB campus Name: When: Check-in is Monday, June 20 from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m. Camp closes June 22 at 4:30 p.m. Age: Fall Grade: How Much: The cost is $390. Home Address: Dorm room in Blazer Hall, meals, and camp t-shirt are included. Players are evaluated in drills and games by the Blazer coaching staff, college coaches, and current and former Blazer players. Others highlights include an FCA breakfast and City/State/Zip: dicussions on important topics such as recruiting, weight training, conditioning, and academics. Camp space is limited to 60 campers. Home Phone: Work Phone: HIGH SCHOOL OVERNIGHT CAMP -- June 27-29 Cell Phone: Who: Ages 14-High School Seniors T-Shirt Size: Where: Young Memorial Field on the UAB campus Dad’s T-Shirt Size for Father & Son: When: Check-in is Monday, June 27 from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m. Camp closes June 29 at 4:30 p.m. E-Mail Address: How Much: The cost is $390. Dorm room in Blazer Hall, meals, and camp t-shirt are included. Players are evaluated in drills and games by the Blazer coaching staff, college coaches, and current and former Blazer players. Others highlights include an FCA breakfast and FOR HIGH SCHOOL CAMP ONLY dicussions on important topics such as recruiting, weight training, conditioning, and academics. Camp space is limited to 60 campers. Team: Position: FATHER & SON CAMP -- July 17-20 Coach’s Name: Coach’s Cell Phone: Who: Fathers and Sons (Ages 8-14) Where: Young Memorial Field on the UAB campus When: 1:30 p.m. until 5 p.m. on Sunday and 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday. MEDICAL RELEASE STATEMENT How Much: The cost is $200 for a father/son pair and $50 per additional son. Camp t-shirts are included for both the father and son(s). No meals provided. A tremendous family-builder, highlighting By enrolling my child(ren), I hereby authorize the director dads and sons learning the fundamentals of the game together. Let the Blazer coaching staff work side-by-side with you of the Blazer Baseball Schools to act accordingly to his to spice up your backyard practices. Dads, make sure you are in shape! You also will be working the drills and must be best judgement in any situation regarding medical atten- prepared to play against your son! tion. I fully understand that the Blazer Baseball Schools’ insurance policy will only cover costs over and above my medical insurance coverage on my child(ren). To Register By Mail: 1. Complete the registration form. Mail To: Signed: 2. Mark the appropriate camp(s). Blazer Baseball Schools Date: 3. Sign the medical release statement. ATTN: Brian Shoop Please attach handwritten note as necessary. 4. Make check payable for full amount to: U236, 1212 University Blvd. Blazer Baseball Schools Birmingham, AL 35294.
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