Overview

Welcome to the Dodgers STEM Day! Below you will find a description for the event that includes the various stations, map overview, and programming scheduled throughout the day. Please have your students participate in the predicition challenge for their chances to win a special Dodgers prize!

Science of Sport Demonstrations on the Centerfield Stage

9:00a

Welcome & Introduction

9:10a

STEM Jobs in Sports

9:30a

Fielding Percentage

9:50a

Newton's Laws of Motion

10:10a

The Geometry of Dodger Stadium

10:30a

Aerodynamics

10:50a

Launch Angle and Exit Velocity

11:10a

The Number 9 in Baseball

11:30a

Final Remarks

Activities

1

Fielding Percentage

Students will calculate their fielding percentage by working in pairs and catching baseball cards.

2

Reaction Time

Students will test their reaction time by hitting light sensors as they light up different colors, and work on answered math problems following the activity.

3

Wingspan, Vertical Jump & Broad Jump

Students will measure their height and compare it to their wingspan. Students will also test their vertical jump and board jump skills

4

Design Your Own Team and stadium

Students will design and create their own team (uniform, logo & mascot) and stadium.

5

The Strike Zone and Throwing Accuracy

Students will build their own strike zone and throw tennis balls at the inflatable dart board and calculate how many points they score.

6

Launch Angle/Hitting

Students will experiment with the trajectory of ball flight by launching balls at various angles. Students will also use virtual reality and test their reaction time against MLB pitchers.

7

Stretching/Injury Prevention

Students will learn about the importance of stretching and how it prevents injuries. Students will also participate in various yoga poses and use equipment that helps prevent injuries.

8

Coding

Students will use mini robots (Spheros) to learn about coding.

Game Prediction Challenge

Rules:
1.- Only one submission per student.
2.- Most be submitted by the end of the 1st inning.
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Educational Videos

Player Position

The Strike Zone

Fielding Percentages

Base Running

Stadium Design

Aerodynamics

Contact Information

For any questions regarding the event please reach out to your Dodgers Group Sales representative or email grouptix@ladodgers.com.

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