By KEN MORSE CORRESPONDENT The Plainville High School athletic fields were a flurry of activity last week when the 26th annual Blue Devils baseball camp ushered in over 50 eager players looking to improve their game on the diamond. Plainville High School head baseball coach Lou Mandeville, his coaching staff and a large contingent of his baseball players were on hand to offer individualized instructions on the finer points of the game. “The camp was started by former head coach Bob Freimuth and former Plainville Athletic Director Greg Ziogas,” said Mandeville. “The camp focuses on fielding, hitting, throwing, catching and base running fundamentals.” “We divide up the teams by age group and not only do we go through the basic fundamentals, they play actual games against one another. Having a great attitude, giving your best effort and being a good teammate helps to establish the core values to allow them to become better ball players.” Plainville junior varsity coach Cody Charneski and varsity assistant coach Ryan Raponey help coach Mandeville cover the three age brackets on the softball field, the varsity baseball field and on the football field, along with assistant coach Matt Gingras. Former Blue Devil player Mike Munson […]
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