It was a big summer for baseball in Hopkinsville—and not just for the Hoptown Hoppers. The team helped host its largest youth camp to date, drawing more than 140 young players from around the area.
click to download audioTeam President Charlie Henderson says the camp was more than a chance to work on fielding and hitting—it was about connection.
click to download audioThe campers weren’t the only ones gaining something from the experience. Head Coach Chris Benne says the Hoppers players stepped up to mentor the next generation—and didn’t back down from the heat or hard work.
click to download audioWith a strong turnout and community support, the camp highlights just how much baseball—and the Hoppers—mean to Hopkinsville.
And for the Hoppers, the real win this summer wasn’t just in the standings—it was in seeing hundreds of young faces light up on the field.
