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TNLL Manager's Handbook
Introduction
TNLL teams are managed and coached by volunteers, typically parents of players. Every team, from T-Ball through Majors, needs 1 manager and at least 1-2 assistant coaches.
The TNLL Board reviews candidates and establishes a list of potential appointees. The TNLL President appoints all managers and coaches, subject to ratification by the Board of Directors. There is no seniority or tenure in serving as a manager or coach year to year.
To be considered, simply submit a completed manager/coach application to the Board for review prior to the season.
Guidelines:
Managers and coaches must provide a positive role model for all players. Please read and become familiar with the league's local rules for your division, codes of conduct, parent handbook, and saftey codes. Also, all managers and coaches must submit a Volunteer Form prior to the season.
Team Administration:
Managing a Team typically begins with a parent meeting. Hold a parent meeting prior to your first practice to set proper expectations and cover logistics.
Tools and Tips
Managing a Little League team requires organization. Field practices, batting cage time, and game preparation are all part of delivering a quality experience to the kids. Below are some resources that may help you in managing or coaching your TNLL team.
Communications
Setting up phone tree, e mial list or other form of communication to keep your parents informed of any changes in practice or games schedules.
Practice Planning
Practice time is when skills, knowledge and sportsmanship are taught. Break practices up into individual drill stations versus conducting a one hour scrimmage. Limit stations to small, manageable groups and rotate stations every 8-10 minutes.
Tips and Drills
Player's skills develop more rapidly by repetitions of 'good' actions. Ensure each player is receiving an adequate number of repetitions each practice.
Helpful Sites
Baseball-links.com
hittingacademy.com
pitching.com
baseballtips.com
baseball-excellence.com
hitting.com
thecompletepitcher.com
youthpitcher.com
www.youthbaseballcoaching.com
little league coach page (please contact TNLL President for access code)
If you have any other suggested links or questions please contact TNLL Player Agent Drew Beauliea by email jackaroni@metrocast.net
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