A group of young baseball players in St. Thomas got a once-in-a-lifetime experience Wednesday night, as Toronto Blue Jays legend Jesse Barfield stopped by the Power Alley for a special youth baseball clinic.
Barfield, a former MLB All-Star and Toronto Blue Jays legend, spent the evening working hands-on with players from St. Thomas Minor Baseball, offering tips, encouragement, and plenty of smiles as he shared the lessons he’s learned at the highest level.
While speaking with Barfield, he noted how honoured he was to be invited out.
The atmosphere inside the Power Alley was energetic, with kids rotating through drills, asking questions, and soaking in advice from a player many of their parents grew up watching.
Parents looked on from the sidelines, capturing photos and enjoying the rare opportunity for their young athletes.
Barfield is in St. Thomas ahead of the annual St. Thomas Sports Spectacular, taking place January 22nd in support of Special Olympics and Community Living Elgin.
As the clinic wrapped up, Barfield left the young athletes with a simple message: stay focused, keep working hard, and work smart.
Photos from the clinic can be viewed here.
Written by: Kennedy Freeman
