Knothole Foundation holds free MLK Day youth baseball clinic at West Charlotte’s Richard “Stick” Williams fields
A holiday clinic tied to community access and youth development
The Knothole Foundation is holding a free Martin Luther King Jr. Day baseball clinic for children in west Charlotte on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026. The clinic is scheduled for 10 a.m. to noon at the Richard “Stick” Williams Dream Fields and Education Center, located at 7531 Tuckaseegee Road.
The event is open to boys and girls ages 6 to 12 and is structured to accommodate participants of different skill levels. Organizers describe the clinic as both a sports instruction session and a program intended to connect the holiday’s themes of service and community leadership with youth development.
What participants can expect
The clinic format centers on fundamentals-based instruction. Organizers say children will be guided through core baseball skills in an environment designed to be welcoming for first-time players and those already involved in organized baseball.
Eligibility: boys and girls ages 6–12
Date and time: Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Location: Richard “Stick” Williams Dream Fields and Education Center, 7531 Tuckaseegee Road, Charlotte
Cost: free to attend, with registration required
Organizers also plan to include guest speakers during the clinic. Names had not been publicly confirmed ahead of the event, with organizers indicating speaker details would be shared later.
How the clinic fits into a broader approach in west Charlotte
The MLK Day clinic is part of a wider set of sports and education-oriented efforts led by the Knothole Foundation in west Charlotte. The nonprofit describes its mission as expanding access and opportunity for underserved youth through baseball instruction and related support, with the goal of reducing barriers tied to facilities, equipment, and training.
In recent months, the organization has also announced upgrades at its home complex, including a move toward a turf infield. During that transition, the foundation said it planned to repurpose materials for local schools, starting with support for the West Mecklenburg High School baseball program.
The MLK Day clinic is positioned as an inclusive, skills-based session for young players, paired with messages focused on perseverance and giving back.
Why MLK Day events often emphasize service and youth programming
Across the Charlotte area, MLK Day has become a common calendar anchor for service projects and youth-focused programming, reflecting the holiday’s civic focus. In the case of the Knothole clinic, the emphasis is on structured activity for children during a school holiday and on connecting participation in sports to broader life-skills themes.
Registration and logistics
Attendance is free, but organizers have indicated registration is required. Families planning to participate should account for winter conditions and bring appropriate gear for an outdoor session.