Father-Son Team Opens Baseball Institute in Mokena
Bill and Brian Smith will offer private instruction, classes and workshops for young athletes.
Editor's Note: This article was altered after publication to correct the address of Baseball Institute. For Bill and Brian Smith, baseball is a family business. The father and son, who reside in Chicago Ridge, recently opened Baseball Institute, a regional organization that provides low-cost baseball instruction and mentoring for young athletes, in Mokena. “Baseball, it’s been a life culture for me,” said Bill. “It’s been just a passion of mine to pass on knowledge.” Baseball Institute aims to develop skills and provide positive role models for youth ranging from elementary to college age. The organization offers a variety of learning opportunities, including private lessons with Bill, team workshops with Brian and leadership sessions for …
