Kingsport Parks and Rec Launches Kids Baseball and Softball Courses

Upcoming skills and drills sessions aim to teach fundamentals to youth players.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The Kingsport Parks and Recreation Department is offering baseball and softball skills and drills courses for kids ages 7-13 this spring. The sessions will focus on teaching the core aspects of the games, including batting, fielding, throwing, and base running, through structured drills designed to improve technique, coordination, and game awareness.

Why it matters

The programs emphasize teamwork, sportsmanship, and overall skill development, making them suitable for beginners as well as more experienced young players looking to refine their abilities. Providing accessible youth sports programming is an important part of community recreation efforts.

The details

The baseball session is scheduled for March 7 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Hunter Wright Stadium, while the softball class will take place March 14 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Indian Highland Park. The registration fee is $30 for city residents and $35 for non-residents, and parents can sign up online, through the CivicRec app, or by visiting the Kingsport Parks and Recreation website.

  • The baseball session is on March 7, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
  • The softball session is on March 14, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The players

Kingsport Parks and Recreation Department

The local government agency responsible for managing parks, recreational facilities, and community programs in Kingsport, Tennessee.

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The takeaway

These youth baseball and softball skills courses provide an excellent opportunity for kids in Kingsport to learn the fundamentals of the sports in a fun, supportive environment that emphasizes skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship.