Ferrum College Baseball Camps.

Ferrum College Baseball Camps

Ferrum, Virginia
Eric Owens
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Eric Owens, born on February 3, 1971, in Danville, Virginia, is Ferrum College’s new Head Coach and a proud alumnus. Owens’s journey from local standout to Major League Baseball (MLB) player is marked by his dedication and passion for the game.

Owens’s talent shone early, earning him two-time 1st team All-American honors and USA Player of the Year. His excellence led to inductions into the halls of fame of Roanoke, Ferrum College, Danville, and Tunstall High School.

His MLB career (1995-2003) saw him play for teams like the Cincinnati Reds, Milwaukee Brewers, San Diego Padres, Florida Marlins, and Anaheim Angels. Owens achieved a .264 batting average, 26 home runs, and 214 RBIs. Notably, he executed a daring straight steal of home in 1999 and recorded the first hit at Seattle’s Safeco Field.

Transitioning to coaching, Owens developed young talents such as Mike Trout and Corey Seager. His coaching roles included positions with the Anaheim Angels, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Toronto Blue Jays, where he significantly impacted players like Josh Donaldson.

Ferrum College is excited to have Eric Owens return as Head Coach. His rich experience and deep connection to the college promise to inspire and develop the next generation of baseball talent.

Ferrum College Baseball Camps

Ferrum College Baseball Camps are held at Ferrum College, nestled in the scenic beauty of Ferrum, Virginia, surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our coaching staff, led by the esteemed Eric Owens, is thrilled to offer you the opportunity to enhance your baseball skills at one of our dynamic camps.

Objective

Our camps are designed to develop baseball skills and fundamentals while offering a competitive environment to showcase your talent. The Ferrum coaching staff uses the same mechanics and drills with our college players as those taught at our camps. We are committed to providing the best possible learning experience for all attendees. Each camp is open to any and all entrants, allowing for comprehensive evaluation and skill development.

Mission Statement

“Empowering young athletes through skill development, teamwork, and a passion for the game, our baseball camps are dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where players can grow both on and off the field. We aim to instill a love for baseball while promoting values of sportsmanship, discipline, and camaraderie, creating a lasting impact on each participant’s athletic journey.”

About Ferrum College

Founded in 1913, Ferrum College is a private liberal arts institution affiliated with the United Methodist Church, offering a variety of liberal arts and professional programs including business, recreation leadership, musical theatre, agriculture, environmental science, teacher education, and criminal justice. Situated among the Blue Ridge Mountains with access to numerous lakes, rivers, and state parks, Ferrum College provides an outstanding educational experience in a setting of rich natural beauty.

At Ferrum College, every student’s education is enriched by the natural world. Ferrum boasts one of the oldest environmental science programs in the country and offers extensive internship and research opportunities across all majors. The Boone Honors Program encourages the exploration of intellectual, social, and ethical issues. Ferrum College is the only private institution in Virginia offering an academic program in agricultural science. The College’s Blue Ridge Institute and Museum, a state repository for Virginia Folklore, connects students to the history and culture of the Blue Ridge region of Appalachia. Ferrum students are renowned for their dedication to service and community action, embodied in the College motto, “Not Self, But Others.”

What to look forward to...

Upcoming Events

Ferrum College Baseball Camps
Panthers Top Prospects Camp
Aug 17 Ferrum, VA
$150 Grades 9-JUCO 9:00 am Baseball

Panthers Top Prospects Camp

584 Ferrum Mountain Road, Ferrum, VA, USA

Ferrum College Baseball Camps
Ferrum Future Legends Youth Clinic
Aug 24 Ferrum, VA
$125 Ages 6-13 9:00 am Baseball

Ferrum Future Legends Youth Clinic

20 Museum Dr, Ferrum, VA 24088, USA

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Coaches & Organizers you might meet...

Eric Owens
Head Coach Read more Read less

Eric Owens, born on February 3, 1971, in Danville, Virginia, is Ferrum College’s new Head Coach and a proud alumnus. Owens’s journey from local standout to Major League Baseball (MLB) player is marked by his dedication and passion for the game.

Owens’s talent shone early, earning him two-time 1st team All-American honors and USA Player of the Year. His excellence led to inductions into the halls of fame of Roanoke, Ferrum College, Danville, and Tunstall High School.

His MLB career (1995-2003) saw him play for teams like the Cincinnati Reds, Milwaukee Brewers, San Diego Padres, Florida Marlins, and Anaheim Angels. Owens achieved a .264 batting average, 26 home runs, and 214 RBIs. Notably, he executed a daring straight steal of home in 1999 and recorded the first hit at Seattle’s Safeco Field.

Transitioning to coaching, Owens developed young talents such as Mike Trout and Corey Seager. His coaching roles included positions with the Anaheim Angels, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Toronto Blue Jays, where he significantly impacted players like Josh Donaldson.

Ferrum College is excited to have Eric Owens return as Head Coach. His rich experience and deep connection to the college promise to inspire and develop the next generation of baseball talent.

Chip Schaffner
Assistant Coach Read more Read less

James “Chip” Schaffner joined the Ferrum Baseball staff in January 2021 and is currently working under Head Coach Eric Owens.

Coach Schaffner transitioned into the baseball world after serving in the United States Army for two years. He began his coaching career at Wright State University as an Assistant Baseball Coach and Adjunct Professor. Following this, he served as the Director of a national recruiting program before moving to Georgetown College as the Pitching Coach and Recruiting Coordinator.

His next significant role was at the University of Virginia in the Atlantic Coast Conference, where he served as the Pitching Coach. During his tenure, his pitching staff achieved the 11th best Earned Run Average in the country in 2003. Coach Schaffner’s career continued with positions at Radford University and Mars Hill College, further enriching his extensive coaching experience. Before joining Ferrum College, Coach Schaffner was the Assistant Baseball Coach at Emory & Henry College, a former Old Dominion Athletic Conference opponent, from 2012 to 2020.

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215 Ferrum Mountain Rd, Ferrum, VA

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Registrants that are unable to attend a camp they have previously registered for will receive a coupon code to attend a different camp free of charge.

All Ferrum College Baseball Camps are located at Ferrum College in Ferrum, VA. The address is:

460 Ferrum Mountain Rd
Ferrum, VA 24088

Lunch is not provided at our camps, however we give all attendees an hour break to leave campus to get food or purchase a meal in the dining hall.

Absolutely! Parents are more than welcome to stick around to watch camp.

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