Readington Township Junior Baseball

Code of Conduct for Managers and Coaches

Please be aware that your conduct and adherence to your Managerial responsibilities, both on and off the field, are important for maintaining and perpetuating the standards of the Readington Township Junior Baseball program. As a Manager or Coach, you will have a major influence on the behavior and well being of our players. Therefore, we ask that you to learn and adhere to the League rules and regulations, as well as the RTJBL philosophy and objectives. The Manager and Coaches’ Code of Conduct is as follows:

· Winning is a consideration, but not the only, nor the most important consideration in our League. Please remember that the players are involved in the Readington Township Junior Baseball League for fun and enjoyment.

· Each child shall be given adequate opportunity to demonstrate whether they are capable of playing a position that they desire.

· In coaching, you are to be consistent, honest, and fair. Be generous with praise and never yell at players or criticize them publicly. Commit to observing your peers to learn to be a more effective communicator and coach.

· Adjust to the personal needs and challenges of each of your players.

· Organize practices that are fun and challenging for the players. Teach the rules, techniques and strategies of the game.

· Encourage all players to be Team Players.

· Maintain an open line of communication with your players and their parents. Explain our League’s philosophy and objectives. Share with them our Code of Conduct for Managers and Coaches.

· Be concerned with the overall development of your players and ALWAYS stress safety first.

· Convey good sportsmanship at all times. Never argue with umpires, opposing coaches, parents, spectators or others. This violates the spirit of the game and sends the wrong message to players.

· Never use foul language.

· Always strive to make the Readington Township Junior Baseball League a great experience for everyone involved.

Please be aware that these are the expectations of you as a Manager and/or Coach. Should you fail to abide by this Code, you will be subject to review and/or removal as a Manager or Coach.