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COACHES CORNER

Manager, Assistant Coach, and/or Team Mom Selection Process

Want to be a Little League manager, assistant coach or team mom? The selection process starts with prospective managers, assistant coaches and/or team moms registering for the current season.

Prospective managers will be interviewed by the SFLL Board of Directors. The number of teams needed in each division is then determined based on player registration and the SFLL Board of Directors will choose managers for each division.

The managers will choose their assistant coaches and team moms with the approval of the Board of Directors. You are not guaranteed to be a manager, assistant coach or team mom of a team just because you complete the application.

All Clinics, Courses, and background checks are a REQUIREMENT to be eligible to manage a team and even then you are not guaranteed a managing, assisting or team mom position.

MANAGER, COACH, & TEAM MOM REGISTRATION

If you are interested in coaching or being a team mom this spring season, please be sure to register using the sign-up option below. It is REQUIRED to sign up in order to be considered as a manager, assistant coach, or team mom. If you do not complete the registration process, you WILL NOT be eligible to coach or be a team mom.

When you sign up, you agree to a background check, which will be sent to your email. Completing this background check is also a requirement to manage, assist with coaching, or be the team mom and failure to complete it will prevent you from volunteering in these roles.

Please note that completing the sign-up, courses, and background check does not guarantee selection as a manager, coach, or team mom. Selection depends on the number of players and the teams we are able to form for the upcoming Spring Season.

The registration deadline is January 10, 2025, so please be sure to sign up as soon as possible.

Thank you for your willingness to volunteer with our League! Your support is greatly appreciated!

REQUIRED MANAGER & COACH CLINIC & SAFETY TRAINING

Managers AND coaches are REQUIRED to attend the Coaches and Umpire Clinic prior to practices. The League will provide training every year in February prior to schedules being released. If you do not attend the Coaches and Umpire Clinic meeting you will not meet the requirements to coach a team.

Managers and coaches are also required to do the following FREE online trainings, failure to do so will result in you being ineligible to manage or coach a team. Be sure to complete and send documentation once completed. This is a requirement of Little League International. Thank you and we look forward to a great season!

Diamond Leader Training Course - Focused on ensuring children have a positive, well-rounded experience on and off the field, the program is a FREE educational resource that provides coaches with an understanding of the impact that mental, social, and emotional well-being has in youth sports through detailed information, interactive scenarios, and a variety of additional resources. Through this course, which navigates Little League volunteers through real-life scenarios that are being faced in local leagues all around the world each year, coaches will have a better understanding of the impact they have on their players, both on and off the field.

2. Online Concussion Training, through CDC Heads Up,

Print a copy of your certificate and email to [email protected] to be put on file for approval.

COACHES RESOURCES

COACHES CODE OF CONDUCT

1. I acknowledge that Little League is under no obligation to appoint me to a volunteer position, regardless of any previous roles.

2. MANAGER, COACH & TEAM MOM CODE OF CONDUCT -- I hereby pledge to provide positive support and encouragement for my child participant in the Santa Fe Little League program by following this Code of Conduct.

• Coaches will be positive role models.

• Coaches will display and instill in their players the principles of good sportsmanship and team play.

• Coaches will conduct themselves in a manner that best serves the interests of the players.

• Coaches will do their best to provide the players with a positive & fun experience.

• Coaches will ensure that winning and/or losing teams do so in a manner which exhibits respect and good sportsmanship.

• Coaches will treat all players, parents, spectators, opposing coaches, league officials, board of directors and umpires with respect.

• Any physical contact in an aggressive manner, profanity, verbal abuse, obscene gestures will not be tolerated.

• Coaches will provide instruction in a manner that is constructive and supportive.

• Coaches will not ridicule or demean players, other coaches, umpires, parents, or board of directors.

• The ONLY one to initiate discussions with the umpire will be the Manager (or coach in place of Manager if Manager is not attending the game) in a civil manner. Under NO Circumstances will a manager/coach yell or storm the field at an umpire.

• Coaches will not tolerate behavior that endangers the health or well-being of a child.

• Coaches will comply with the decisions of league officials and observe all rules, policies and procedures as established or endorsed by the SFLL.

• Coaches will teach the game of baseball to the best of their ability.

• Coaches acknowledge the need to demonstrate fundamental proficiencies with respect to the game of baseball and first aid. Consequently, all coaches agree to attend any skill sessions that may be required by the Board of Directors and moreover, any first aid courses that may be mandated by the Board.

• I agree to accept umpire decisions and understand that verbal abuse or harassment of umpires is detrimental to my child, the team, and the League. I further understand that verbal abuse or harassment may be grounds for my removal from games and/or termination as a manager for SFLL.

• I agree to show compassion to an injured player and applaud positive performance. I will not heckle, jeer, or distract players, and I will avoid use of profane and obnoxious language and behavior.

• I agree to accept responsibility for guests that I bring to games and to ensure that they follow the guidelines set forth in this document.

• I agree to not approach players or coaches before, during, or immediately after games with anything other than congratulations. All questions and concerns regarding players, coaches, or umpires should be addressed the day after the game in an atmosphere conducive to problem solving.

• Fully participate in all League activities including coaching clinics, safety meetings, fundraisers, and special programs.

• Treat players, parents, fellow coaches, umpires, scorekeepers, and league officials with respect at all times.

• Set an example, both on and off the playing field, of good sportsmanship for players.

• Build confidence in my players.

• Demonstrate positive methods for resolving conflicts.

• Take responsibility for all League equipment entrusted to my team and ensure that all equipment is returned by closing day or at the scheduled drop off meeting.

• Be a Team player by acting in the best interests of the League.

• Be knowledgeable about and follow all Little League rules, including Local Rules.

• Assist in field preparation (setting up and putting away bases, etc.) and cleanup.

• Prohibit parents and other persons from assuming a coaching role during Little League events without prior Little League approval.

I understand the conditions listed above and agree that I will comply with them. Failure to comply with the Santa Fe Little League Manager/Coach Code of Conduct may result in being called in front of the Board of Directors, and possible suspension or termination from participating in games, league functions and any volunteer positions.

If accepted for a manager position, I hereby agree to abide by the Santa Fe Little League philosophies, the Manager/Coach Code of Conduct, complete the JDP Background Check, attend all mandatory coaches’ clinics, participate in workdays and the rules and regulations as set forth by the Santa Fe Little League Board of Directors.