LEWISBURG, Pa. – Bucknell softball has released the information for its latest round of clinics. The Bison will host a Beginning Pitching Clinic on Sunday, Nov. 15, followed by Hitting and Advanced Pitching sessions on Saturday, Nov. 21. Complete information and enrollment forms are now available at BucknellBison.com.

The Beginning Pitching Clinic is open to students in grades 4-8. Beginners will learn the basic mechanics of windmill pitching by breaking down the motion and working on each component separately. All registration materials and payment must be made by Monday, Nov. 9.

The Advanced Pitching Clinic is open to students in grades 9-12. Advanced pitchers will learn how to enhance the basic mechanics to add more speed to their pre-existing pitches. They will also learn the proper mechanics of breaking pitches including the drop, curve, screwball, and rise.

The Hitting Clinic is open to students in grades 4-12 and will follow the Advanced Pitching session on Nov. 21. Those attending the hitting portion of the clinic will learn the fundamentals of the offensive game of softball with focus on hitting, bunting, and slapping. Individualized instruction is given to players according to their skill level.

Registration materials and payment for both the Advanced Pitching and Hitting Clinics must be received by Monday, Nov. 16.

Bucknell finished third in the Patriot League with a 9-11 record in 2009, qualifying for the league tournament for second consecutive year. The Bison have been equally successful in the classroom, having recently been named a girls got game All-Academic Team by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association for earning one of the top team grade-point averages in the country.