The initiative is designed to educate local youth about the importance of living a healthy lifestyle through proper exercise and nutrition. As part of Coca-Cola’s Get the Ball Rolling programme in Washington, the Nationals will host a youth baseball clinic at Nationals Park on September 19.
Nationals third baseman, Ryan Zimmerman, will join approximately 300 middle school students for the event, which will utilise the entire ballpark to teach batting, fielding and pitching techniques.
Following the clinic, Zimmerman will talk to participants about the importance of a balanced diet and making smart food choices. The event is open to media.
Nationals vice chairman and principal owner, Mark Lerner, said: “We are so proud to once again to work with Coca-Cola on this important programme, which was started right here in our backyard. With guidance from some of the area’s best athletes, this initiative will help put kids on the path to leading happy, healthy lives.”
In addition to the Nationals clinic, the Redskins, Capitals, Wizards and Mystics will host a series of clinics throughout the autumn for youth living in Washington, Maryland and Virginia. Each sports team, in partnership with Coca-Cola, will host a clinic focused on teaching youth the importance of exercise and a balanced diet.
Professional athletes will run fitness drills and nutrition experts will provide information on balanced eating for participants to take home and share with their families.
Source: Coca-Cola
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