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BACKSTOP BOOTCAMP - CHICAGO

@ THE BATTER’S DEN

2408 Walter Payton Memorial Hwy

Oswego, IL 60543

DECEMBER 16-17

YOUTH CATCHERS (8-13) from 5-7pm

HIGH SCHOOL CATCHERS from 7-9pm

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE

THE BACKSTOP BANDITS ARE COMING TO CHICAGO (OSWEGO, IL)!

The Backstop Bandits are coming back to Chicagoland — and we couldn’t be more pumped up about it.

At this two-day catching camp in Oswego, IL, youth and high school catchers will train directly with an elite group of Backstop Bandits instructors — current and former college and professional catchers who know what it takes to compete at the next level.

This camp will be a high-energy crash course in every major skill behind the plate: receiving, blocking, throwing, mobility, and more. Expect advanced instruction, focused drill work, and a dynamic environment designed to sharpen your game and elevate your confidence. With lots of coaches and limited camp slots, each catcher is guaranteed to receive hands-on attention and individualized feedback.

Founded in Colorado, Backstop Bandits has helped hundreds of catchers across the country reach their potential. After an awesome catching camp last winter, we’re thrilled to return to Illinois to keep building the next generation of elite catchers in the Chicago area.

Confirmed Coaches:

TURNER PRUITT - Backstop Bandits Founder; Former catcher for Fresno Pacific University and the Savannah Bananas

LORENZO RIOS - Chicago native; Backstop Bandit; Current catcher at Rice University

MIKE DATO - Chicago native; Former pro in the Empire League & Pecos League; Played at Monmouth College; Bullpen catcher for the Kane County Cougars; Catching instructor at The Batter’s Den

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  • "The very first BB camp I attended, I knew it was different than other catching camps I’ve done.

  • "It wasn’t just drills and reps, it was a full experience that pushed me mentally and physically, surrounded me with competition, and connected me with coaches who genuinely care.

  • "Every camp since then has elevated my game — from refining the little things behind the plate to showing me how to stand out as a leader and a competitor on and off the field.

  • "BB helped me find confidence in who I am as a player. I went from being just another name to someone coaches started remembering — and that momentum has carried into every season.

  • "BB camps didn’t just prepare me for baseball — they helped me believe in the path I’m on, and prepare me to problem solve when I face adversity. I owe a lot of my success to Turner and Nolan, as they are amazing mentors for me.”

    HIGH SCHOOL CATCHER

TESTIMONIALS FROM PAST CAMPERS

  • “My sons have been well coached and mentored by the coaching staff of the Bandits. I would recommend a camp by the Bandits to any friends or family that have a young catcher. Turner and his coaches have been instrumental [in] providing confidence with technique and in my sons’ abilities as catchers.”

    Youth & HS parent

  • “BB has helped my son not only learn the mechanics of catching, but also the mental approach and physical preparation necessary to play at a higher level. His blocking and receiving skills are noticeably better!”

    HS parent

  • “[Catcher's] birthday wish of going to the Backstop Bandits Catcher Camp was fulfilled. These men taught the boys so well. Teaching them physically and mentally how to become a great catcher. Will definitely go back!!!”

    Youth parent

Have questions? Contact us.

team@backstopbandits.com
303-476-8769