The REC

07/29/2026

🥎 Ready to elevate your defensive game?

Join us for our Defensive Fielding Softball Clinic on Saturday, August 8th hosted by CCHS Alumni and current collegiate athlete Amaya Williams.

Athletes will train like a college player while developing the fundamentals needed to become stronger, quicker, and more confident defenders.

This clinic is designed to teach athletes the basics and fundamentals of defensive fielding. Players will work on proper ready position, glove work, footwork, fielding mechanics, reaction drills, ball control, communication, and game-ready repetitions.

📍 Kemper Williams Park
264 Cotten Road
Patterson, LA 70392 ($1 per vehicle for park entry)

Session 1: Ages 6–10 | 9:30 AM–12:00 PM
Session 2: Ages 11–14 | 1:00–3:30 PM
Session 3: Ages 15–18 | 4:00–6:30 PM

🔥 Build confidence. Sharpen technique. Elevate your game.

Spots are limited—register today to secure your athlete’s place!
https://pci.jotform.com/form/262089214507053

06/19/2026

SUMMER IS THE PERFECT TIME TO GET BETTER

While some athletes are taking a break, others are taking advantage of the extra time to sharpen their skills and build confidence at the plate.

We focus exclusively on hitting development. Whether your athlete is preparing for fall ball, trying to earn more playing time, or simply wants to become a more consistent hitter, summer is one of the best times to put in quality reps.

✅ Swing mechanics
✅ Timing and rhythm
✅ Confidence at the plate
✅ Quality repetitions
✅ Individual instruction

The difference between good hitters and great hitters is often the work they put in when nobody is watching.

Don't wait until next season to improve. Start building better habits today.

06/13/2026

⚾🥎 THE COUNTDOWN IS ON! 🥎⚾

Tomorrow, we officially kick off the inaugural season of Bayou Parish Sports League, a community led developmental league in St. Mary Parish.

What started as a vision to provide more opportunities for youth athletes across our parish is about to become a reality, and we couldn't be more excited.

✅ 15 Teams and counting.........

✅ Players from communities all across the parish

✅ Dedicated coaches committed to player development

✅ A summer filled with opportunities for learning, growth, confidence, and fun

This season isn't just about baseball and softball. It's about creating an environment where young athletes can develop skills, build friendships, gain confidence, and fall in love with the game.

A huge thank you goes out to our incredible coaching staff, volunteers, parents, and supporters who have helped make this possible. The excitement surrounding this season has been amazing, and we're just getting started!

All teams are at capacity but we are forming additional teams for 9-10 and 14-16 softball only so if you know someone interested, please spread the word! Registration is still open for those 2 groups. https://pci.jotform.com/form/261365755113052

📣 DRAFT DAY REMINDER 📣 (only for league participants)

📆 Sunday, June 14, 2026

📌 Bayou Vista Community Center
1333 Bellview St.
Bayou Vista, LA 70380 (Spray Park open-$4 admission fee)

🕙 10-12pm (Baseball ⚾️)
2-4pm (Softball 🥎)
5-7pm (14u-16u Softball 🥎)

All players should bring:
✔️ Glove
✔️ Bat
✔️ Water bottle
✔️ Positive attitude and lots of energy!

Softball players should also bring their face mask for evaluations. Shorts can be worn.

Draft Day is an important step in creating balanced teams and ensuring every athlete has the best possible experience this season. It's also a great opportunity for players to meet coaches and begin their journey with the league. It is NOT MANDATORY; but highly encouraged.

We're proud to have athletes from across the parish coming together as one community with one goal:

Developing Athletes. Building Confidence. UNITING Our Community through youth sports.

06/11/2026

☀️💧 SUMMER SAFETY STARTS BEFORE PRACTICE! 💧☀️

As temperatures continue to rise, keeping our athletes safe is a team effort.

We've put together a Summer Safety Newsletter filled with important information for parents and athletes, including:

✅ Hydration tips
✅ Heat illness warning signs
✅ How to prepare before practice
✅ Injury prevention strategies
✅ Healthy pre- and post-practice nutrition ideas
✅ Important parent reminders

One of the biggest takeaways: Hydration starts long before your child steps onto the field. Drinking water throughout the day, getting proper rest, and eating a healthy meal or snack before practice can make a huge difference.

Please take a few minutes to read through the newsletter and help us keep every athlete safe, healthy, and ready to learn.

Together, we can make this a fun, successful, and safe summer season! 💙

Developing Athletes.
Building Confidence.
Uniting Our Community through youth sports.

06/08/2026

🥎 YOU ASKED. WE LISTENED!🥎

A few of our dedicated coaches would like to extend an invitation to 14u-16u softball players to join our developmental league and give this group an opportunity to get some work in this season.

This summer, we will begin hosting workouts and development practice sessions for athletes who are serious about improving their game and competing at a higher level. Our goal is to provide quality instruction, skill development, and competitive training while working toward a potential showcase opportunity at the end of the summer.

This program is ideal for players who are motivated to grow their skills, challenge themselves, and prepare for the next level of competition.

If your athlete is interested, register at https://pci.jotform.com/form/261578702084158

🥎 Train. Develop. Compete.🥎

06/06/2026

Draft Day is just around the corner!

📣 Draft Day is Sunday, June 14th! 🥎⚾

We are excited to kick off our inaugural season with Draft Day!

This event gives coaches an opportunity to get to know our players and evaluate their skills so we can create balanced teams focused on development, learning, and fun. Every registered player will be placed on a team.

✅ Bring your glove
✅ Bring your bat
✅ Bring a water bottle
✅ Softball players must wear their face mask

Parents are encouraged to stay, meet our coaches and league staff, and learn more about what we have planned for the season.

We can't wait to see our athletes on the field and officially begin this exciting journey together!

More details, including the schedule and location, will be shared soon.

Registration is still open for those interested. https://pci.jotform.com/form/261365755113052

06/05/2026

🌧 Rain, Rain go away!