Little League Baseball and Softball WSLL Coaches Presentation March 16 & 23, 2017
Why We re Here Little League International: to promote, develop, supervise, and voluntarily assist in all lawful ways, the interest of those who will participate in Little League Baseball and Softball. West Side Little League: Through proper guidance and exemplary leadership, West Side assists youth in developing the qualities of citizenship, discipline, teamwork and physical well-being. By espousing the virtues of character, courage and loyalty, our baseball and softball programs are designed to develop superior citizens rather than superior athletes.
West Side Little League Executive Board of Directors Executive Board Members President David Reinheimer (president@westsidelittleleague.org) V.P. Baseball Robin Culp (vpbball@westsidelittleleague.org) V.P. Softball Scott Yaw (vpsball@westsidelittleleague.org) V.P. Challenger Andy Thompson (challenger@westsidelittleleague.org) Player Agent Steve Sirchio (playeragent@westsidelittleleague.org) Treasurer Rob Grim (treasurer@westsidelittleleague.org) Secretary Tony Marzzacco (secretary@westsidelittleleague.org) Safety Director John Snyder (safetydirector@westsidelittleleague.org) Definition of roles: http://www.littleleague.org/leagueofficers/bodroles.htm
Local League Constitution Constitution: Reviewed & approved annually by the membership at a duly organized meeting as provided in Article XII of the Model Constitution Constitution By-Laws/Local League Rules The Constitution spells out the duties and responsibilities of the officers of the board, definition of membership, election procedures, meeting requirements such as quorum, etc. Legally-Binding Document
Residence and School Attendance Player Eligibility Requirements Players who live or attend school within the boundaries of the local Little League will be eligible to play A player will be deemed to reside within the league boundaries if: His/her parents are living together and reside within such league boundaries Either parent or court-appointed legal guardian reside within such boundaries
Little League PA District 28 (32 Districts in PA) Avon Grove Caln Coatesville Downingtown East Side Glenmoore Eagle Kennett Lionville Oxford Twin Valley West Bradford West Side
WSLL Baseball Programs Tee Ball Division 8 teams For girls and boys league ages 5-6 Instructional Division ( Machine Pitch ) 9 teams For girls and boys league ages 6, 7 & 8; Played on a 60 diamond with a 46 pitching distance Kid Pitch Division 5 teams For girls and boys league age 8 & 9; Played on a 60 diamond with a 46 pitching distance Minors Division ( American League ) 5 teams For girls and boys league ages 10-12; Played on a 60 diamond with a 46 pitching distance Majors Division ( National League ) 5 teams For girls and boys league ages 11 12; Played on a 60 diamond with a 46 pitching distance Senior Division ( JV ) 2 teams For girls and boys league ages 13 15; Played on a 90 diamond with a 60 pitching distance
The Challenger Division WSLL Baseball Programs A program for developmentally and physically challenged youth, helping them to enjoy the full benefits of Little League participation in an athletic environment structured to their abilities. More than the skills of baseball learned through the experience, the value of the Little League Challenger Division is found in the proven therapeutic and socialization benefits of participating in sports
WSLL Softball Programs West Side and East Side Little League have a combined charter for girls softball. This means that any girl who lives or goes to school within the boundaries for either West Side LL or East Side LL are automatically part of the combined program. Rookie Division 3 teams For players league ages 6-8; Played on a 60 diamond with a 35 pitching distance Minors Division 3 teams For players league ages 9 & 10; Played on a 60 diamond with a 35 pitching distance Majors Division 2 teams For players league ages 11 & 12; Played on a 60 diamond with a 40 pitching distance Junior Division 1 team For players league ages 13 15; Played on a 60 diamond with a 43 pitching distance
Education & Training Coach Resource Center Baseball and Softball Videos and Articles Teaching the Skills Drills and Practice Plans Team Organization Involving Parents www.littleleagueu.org
Coach Behavior Treat our children and parents with respect Use Positive Reinforcement We are trying to build a lifetime love of baseball / softball Board reserves the right to revoke coaching duties for any member More information at the Positive Coaching Alliance website: www.positivecoach.org
West Side Little League Safety
Requirements for ASAP Plan Have an active Safety Officer Coaches register with us; Federal and PA background checks are performed Provide first-aid training Require field inspections before season Complete annual Facility Survey Use concession stand procedures Regularly inspect and replace equipment as needed Have prompt accident reporting Require first-aid kits at events Enforce all Little League Rules important!!!
First Aid Coaches & Parents Supervising Children Safety & Equipment Pitching Concession Stand Alcohol Lightning Safety rules you may not be aware of What to do in the event of an incident
First Aid A First Aid Training session is Scheduled for Sunday March 26, 7:00pm at Good Fellowship Ambulance center All teams should have at least 1 representative attend All coaches are required to attend this first aid session once every three years
First Aid All Managers will be provided with stocked first aid kits Please share! First Aid materials can be replenished Have your parents fill out a Medical Release form http://westsidelittleleague.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/wsllmedical-release-form.pdf
What to do in the event of an injury Address situation immediately apply first aid, involve parents, call 911 Any situation where medical treatment was necessary should be reported to Safety Director, John Snyder safetydirector@westsidelittleleague.org Proceed with caution and common sense when a minor incident occurs If injury requires additional medical attention, an Accident Claim Form will be filled out by the Safety Director Is mandatory when using West Side s / Little League s supplementary insurance http://westsidelittleleague.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/wsll-accidentnotification-form.pdf
Little League Supplemental Insurance The Little League Insurance Program is designed to afford protection to all participants at the most economical cost to the local league. The Little League Player Accident Policy is an excess coverage, accident only plan, to be used as a supplement to other insurance carried under a family policy or insurance provided by an employer. If there is no primary coverage, Little League insurance will provide benefits for eligible charges, up to Usual and Customary allowances for your area. A $50 deductible applies for all claims, up to the maximum stated benefits.
WSLL Fields Waltz Field (Home to WSLL) 50 Waterwillow Rd, West Chester, PA 19380 East Bradford Park (Kenmara) Fields 835 Kenmara Dr, West Chester, PA 19380 Copeland School Field 666 Copeland School Rd, West Chester, PA 19380 Peirce Middle School Field 1314 Burke Rd, West Chester, PA 19380 West Goshen Community Park - Fern Hill Road and N. Five Points Roads, West Chester, PA 19380 Boot Road Park Field 110 W Boot Rd, West Chester, PA 19380 Stetson Middle School Fields 1060 Wilmington Pike, West Chester, PA 19382
Emergency Phone #s DIAL 911 IN THE EVENT OF ANY EMERGENCY Whiteland Township Police (610) 363-0200 (Waltz, Peirce, Boot Rd. Fields) East Bradford Police (610) 696-2700 (Kenmara, Copeland School Fields) West Goshen Police (610) 696-7400 (West Goshen Fields) Westtown East Goshen Township Police (610) 692-9600 (Stetson)
Coaches and Parents Umpires Respect toward the West Side Umpires by our players, coaches, and parents is demanded (not just expected) Reinforce to players not everything will go their way in baseball (or life!) Coaches must lead the way in proper behavior towards our umpires, players, and other coaches
Coaches and Parents No unauthorized adult is permitted in the dugout with the players (3 coaches allowed) Meet with your parents before the season and reinforce behavior expectation (theirs as well as their kids!)
Background Checks When you register as a coach on West Side s website, a Federal background check is performed As of June, 2015, Pennsylvania requires three additional checks be performed PA background checks are valid for three years
Background Checks New clearance requirements for unpaid adult volunteers having direct contact with children: 1) Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check 2) ChildLine (Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance through the Department of Human Services) 3) Signed disclaimer affirming no charges in other states that would prohibit selection as a volunteer (or FBI fingerprint check if not a PA resident for last 10 years)
Coaches and Parents Managers must ensure players that must use rest rooms are accompanied to the facility by that player s parent or an authorized coach
Rules for Supervising Children Two Person Rule - managers and coaches shall avoid, to the maximum extent possible, being in a situation with players where they are the only adult. Open Door Policy Managers shall make it clear to parents that they are welcome to observe all team activities, within reason. However, parents and family members shall not be permitted on to fields/dugouts for safety reasons, unless assisting with activities at the manager s specific request. At all levels of game play if there are no other adult volunteers present the adult volunteer responsible for the team (manager or coach) must remain in the dugout or bench area at all times. Drop-off/Pick-up Procedures - Managers should advise parents to drop their players off as close to the reporting time; Managers and coaches shall remain at the field or facility at the end of practice until the last player has been picked up.
Safety and Equipment All League-issued equipment is inspected annually Boys are expected to wear protective cups All Kid Pitch baseball players must wear a mask on their batting helmet no exceptions All catcher s helmets must have a dangle throat protector Masks are provided for softball pitchers (although not mandatory) Home team coach should walk the field before each game/practice and inspect for hazards (if found, report to Safety Director and use common sense about using the field)
Safety and Equipment Bats Must be on approved list or meet guidelines: www.littleleague.org/learn/equipment/licensedcompositebats.htm Bats should be policed by coaches and umpires at the beginning of each game. If an illegal bat is found, remove it from play immediately!
Safety and Equipment Bats Implementation of USABat standard begins on January 1, 2018 August 7, 2015 USA Baseball, the national governing body for the sport of baseball in the U.S., in conjunction with participating national member organizations announced today the decision to adopt a new method for measuring bat performance in the testing of youth bats The new USA Baseball bat standard (USABat), which will apply to bats that are classified below the NCAA and NFHS level of play, will be implemented on January 1, 2018, allowing the bat manufacturers sufficient time to bring these bats to the marketplace.
Safety and Equipment
Baseball Pitching Little League International s pitch count rules must be strictly enforced West Side s house rules regarding 30% pitching totals must also be understood and enforced West Side takes the well-being of its players very seriously, and we see limiting pitching as a very concrete way to keeping young arms strong and healthy Talk to parents about other teams
Baseball Pitching West Side is offering a pitching clinic to its Kid Pitch division players and coaches. Proper pitching fundamentals will be presented to all players by former West Side (and current high school) players. All Kid Pitch players (even if they have never pitched!) and all coaches are invited. The clinic will be broken into two Sunday afternoon sessions. The first of these scheduled session was snowed-out. If the weather will not allow these sessions to be held pre-season, two in-season dates will be picked. More info to come
Waltz Concession Stand Please only adults in the Concession Stand definitely no unsupervised kids! Follow documented procedures about food preparation and safety found in the concession stand
Alcohol Prohibited All of our Township fields as well as our School District fields prohibit the consumption of alcohol on their premises (this includes parents!). Please don t partake if you will be coaching later that day!
Lightning Play should stop if lightning is detected within 10 miles of field; play can resume after 30 minutes of last seen lightning All coaches should download Little League Weatherbug smartphone application it s free!
Additional Safety Rules There is no on-deck swinging! Players should move from bench to batter s box and no swinging behind dugouts! No bat weights or donuts permitted Players must wear catcher s helmet when warming up pitcher pre-game or between innings Head-first slides are not permitted (Majors division may dive back to a bag) Players may not wear any jewelry (metal or fabric) during play
Following Little League Rules It is EXTREMELY important to follow the rules, and to use approved / provided equipment, set forth by both Little League International and the Board and League Directors of West Side Little League. The rules are established to provide a safe and inclusive environment for our boys and girls to compete. Following the rules also provides YOU and the league with indemnification.
Thanks for your attention and for devoting your time and energy to the boys and girls of our community! Have fun and stay safe! Please forward any comments or questions to: David Reinheimer president@westsidelittleleague.org
Appendix First Aid Training West Side Little League 2017 First Aid Training Presented by: Tammy Johnson Good Fellowship Ambulance Company Sunday, March 26 th, 7:00pm First Aid Basics Agenda (page 1) Deciding to Provide First Aid Supplying the First Aid Kit Assessing the Scene Exposure to Blood When to Phone for Help Finding the Problem Medical Emergencies General Breathing Problems Helping with Breathing Problems Helping a Choking Adult/Child Allergic Reactions Using Epinephrine Pens
West Side Little League 2017 First Aid Training Presented by: Tammy Johnson Good Fellowship Ambulance Company Sunday, March 26th, 700pm First Aid Basics Agenda (page 2) Injury Emergencies Bleeding You Can See Bandaging Burns Electrical Injuries Concussions Fractures Sprains/Srtrains Spinal Injuries ASAP Program Appendix First Aid Training
West Side Little League 2016 First Aid Training Presented by: Tammy Johnson Good Fellowship Ambulance Company Sunday, April 3 th, 700pm ASAP Program Appendix First Aid Training First Aid Basics Agenda (page 3) CPR & AED New CPR Sequence Compression Give Breaths Open the Airway Use an AED Environmental Emergencies Bites and Stings Heat Cramps Heat Exhaustion