Manager Training Session 5T, Tball, Single A

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Manager Training Session 5-T, T-ball, Single A

• March 10, 2004

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Agenda

• Introduction
• League Structure
• Board of Directors
• Rules Discussion
• Volunteers
• Practice Guidelines
• Game Logistics
• Post-Season Items

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WSLL is part of national Little League Baseball

• We are part of District 9, along with
• Dale City
• Fort Hunt
• Lorton
• Woodbridge
• Woodlawn
• DTQ
• Alexandria Potomac
• Central Springfield

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There are six levels of play in WSLL

• Majors
• AAA
• AA
• A
• T-ball
• 5-T

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WSLL is run by a Board of Directors

• More than 50 BOD members are known as Gray Hats
• Responsible for day-to-day operation of the
  league
• Hold monthly meetings
• 17-member BOD Executive Committee
• Many Committees Responsible for Organizing the
  League and its Events

We always welcome new members!
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As a Manager, you have a Chain-of-Command to
support you
Steve Gillingham President
Keith Klindworth Exec VP
Ivan Shnider VP Baseball Oper.
Rich McMahon NL Vice President
Marc Chazan AL Vice President
League Directors
League Directors
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Local Rules Single A

• No Standings, but Tournament at End of Season
• Parent Umpires
• Good Pitch rule
• Additional Bench Coach
• Ten Players on Field
• 2-4 Innings of Infield Required (exclusive of
  catcher)
• Outfielder must Play on the Grass Throw to
  Infielder
• 3 Outs / 5 Runs
• Steal 3rd Base Only
• Pitching Machine35 mph till 5th Mon, then 38 mph

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Local Rules T-ball

• No Standings, No Tournament
• Parent Umpires
• 2 Innings of Infield Required (exclusive of
  catcher)
• 10 Fielders
• Outfielder must Play on the Grass Throw to
  Infielder
• Play Attempt Ends Play
• 3 Outs / 5 Runs
• Umpire and Catcher Stand Facing Batter
• Placement of Tee in Front of Batter

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It takes many volunteers to make it all happen

• Team Parent
• Practice Coaches
• Umpires
• Grounds Crew
• Scorekeeper
• Pitching Machine
• Bench Monitor
• Safety Officer

Get your parents involved from the beginning to
support you!
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Dealing with Parents

• Initial meeting
• Parents' concerns
• Player is enjoying baseball
• Player is learning in a positive, constructive
  environment
• Talk to the parents on a regular basis - parents
  appreciate hearing how their child is doing
• Make sure the parents understand your program and
  schedule and what is expected of them
• Don't "over-schedule" 4 events (games plus
  practices) per week should be the max

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A few guidelines will help make your practices
successful

• Keep it FUN!
• Get Help!
• Theme for the day
• Keep it FUN!
• Use Many Stations
• Throwing Mechanics
• Keep them moving!
• COMPETITION!
• Keep it FUN!

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Coaching Young Baseball Players

• Positive Coaching
• Praise Publicly, Criticize Privately
• Read, Learn, Ask
• Work Throwing Mechanics
• Single ASpecial Attention to Hitters Afraid of
  the Ball
• Teach a Love for the Game
• Tell Stories
• Attend WSLL Majors Game or H.S. game together

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WSLL Coaches Training Sessions

• Throwing/Pitching Fielding/Catching Hitting Frid
  ay, March 12 Wednesday, March 17 Friday, March
  26 730-930 pm 700-830 pm 730-930
  pm Virginia Baseball Club Tobin Transport
  Warehouse Virginia Baseball Club 2934-A
  Prosperity Av. 6062 Farrington Av. 2934-A
  Prosperity Av. Fairfax, VA Alexandria,
  VA Fairfax, VA

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Virginia Baseball Club Coaches Certification

• VBC Coaches Certification Program
• March 14, 2004WT Woodson High School100 530
  pm
• Bonus Session QA with High School Coaches530
  630 pm
• For Session Information, Check Out VBCs Website
  www.eteamz.com/baseballcamp

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Safety

• Field Conditions
• Player Control
• Equipment Control
• Bats
• Helmets Must have Chinstraps
• Catchers Helmets
• Athletic Cups
• Preventing injuries
• Treating injuries - first aid kit
• EMT trainingMarch 18
• 730-930 pm, WSHS Cafeteria

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You have a few responsibilities before each game

• Field Prep
• Home Plate Conference
• Line-up Exchange
• Little League Pledge
• Set Time to Arrive

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as well as after each game

• Field Maintenance
• Trash Pick-up
• Post-game Conference
• Next Practice / Game

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A few important tips for game day

• Rain Line 703-912-9755
• Make-up Games Sundays
• 4 Adults in Dugout
• Dugout Organization
• Have Players Sit in Order
• Player Conduct
• Parent Conduct

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Post-Season Play (Single A)

• Random Draw Brackets
• Regular Season Rules
• Inter-League Play
• Trophies for 1st and 2nd Place
• Championship June

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The fun doesnt end with your last game!

• Team Party
• WSLL Yearbooks
• Team Pictures
• Trophies

Dont forget your sponsor!
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and if you still want more

• 9/10 11/12 All Stars
• Fun Tournament
• Fall Baseball

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Have a Great Season!!!
Questions???
Thanks for Coaching!