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11-18-09 07:09 AM
 
Diamondback Little League
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(602) 758-6611
610 E. Bell Road #2-248
Phoenix, Arizona
85022
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DBLL Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Top questions asked by parents, and the answers
Registration FAQs
Can we sign up now and pay later?
Due to the nature of this sport, there are a large number of expenses that must be paid before the season even begins. We are not able to register any child without payment in full at registration time.
No child will be denied the chance to play Liittle League due to the inability to pay a fee. Sweat equity and scholarships are available.
After I pay my registration fees, are there any other fees involved?
Yes. Each team has a "team commitment" to raise $1200 per team to offset costs not covered by registration fees. Registration fees take care of administrative costs and help in offsetting equipment costs, but they do not begin to cover some of the other expenses associated with this sport. Some of the additional expenses team commitments pay for are:
- Field costs - we do not get the use of the school, parks and other practice field facilities for free. In fact, we spend thousands of dollars each year to be able to use them.
- The league pays all costs associated with maintaining the fields. This means whatever they need...from grass seed to striping.
- Lights. The league pays nearly $20,000 in electric bills each year.
- Insurance on each and every player.
- Scholarships. No child will be denied the chance to play Liittle League due to the inability to pay a fee. Sweat equity and scholarships are available.
- Umpire fees.
- Participation trophies for approximately 250 kids.
- Trash removal.
- Year round storage rental fees for equipment. This includes not only the thousands of pieces of baseball equipment, but all field equipment as well.
- And, of course, re-certification of equipment and replacement of equipment due to loss, theft and non-return of equipment from players and parents, and normal wear and tear costs. This alone runs thousands of dollars each year.
Team commitments are met by manning the snack bar, team fundraisers, company sponsorships, and/or parent and corporate donations. All families are expected to participate in fund raising and finding sponsors to help donate to your team.
If my child doesn't like baseball or we are unhappy with our team later, can we quit and get our money back?
NO. Due to pre-season costs in this sport, all fees paid at registration are NOT refundable for any reason.
If my son/daughter gets hurt do you refund our money?
NO. All fees paid at registration are NOT refundable for any reason.
Volunteers FAQs
What service can I expect from the registration fee I paid?
Diamondback Little League does NOT provide a service. We are a group of parent volunteers organized so that our children can play the game of baseball. When you join our group, you agree to volunteer to make the experience enjoyable for everyone.
What opportunites to volunteer are available?
Every aspect of the season is completely organized by volunteers. When you see an area that needs improvement, Go Ahead! volunteer to help improve it.
Some of the ways you can help are:
- League Administration
- Umpires
- Snack Bar
- Managers and Assistant Coaches
- Team Parents
- Scorekeepers
- Field Prep
Spring Season FAQs
- When does the season begin and end?
Evaluations are conducted in late January and practice begins the first week of February. Games begin in early March and last through mid June. All-star tournaments, if selected to play can last into August
- How much time is involved in Little League?
It is a BIG time commitment on the part of both players and parents.
Teams will practice 4-5 times each week in February. Once games begin, you can
expect 2-3 games each week plus 1 or 2 practices.
- What time do the kids practice?
Practices are 2 hours long and can start as early as 5:00pm. This will depend on the coach's schedule and field availability. The younger the team, the earlier the practice will begin.
- What equipment do I have to buy?
The following items are provided by DBLL:
- Uniform (Hat, shirt, socks)
- All field related equipment (bases, chalk, pitching machine)
- Baseballs
- Batting Helmets (Shared by team)
- Catcher's Gear (Shared by team)
The following items must be purchased by the player:
- Fielders glove
- Baseball bat.
- Baseball pants (Wait until assigned to a team for color)
- Protective cup (boys)
- Cleats (non-metal for 12 & under)
The following items are not required, but are recommended purchases by the player:
- Batting helmet (Helps prevent the spread of lice).
- 1-2 Baseballs.
- Batting gloves.
- 1 pair of practice baseball pants.
- How are the teams selected?
There are several divisions in Little League, which are determined by age and ability. Please see the 'Divisions' page for complete details. Players are evaluated by all the coaches prior to the season, and the teams are selected (drafted) based on these evaluations.
- Who decides what team my son/daughter will play on?
The rules on setting up teams are governed by Little League International, not Diamondback Little League. The divisions and teams must be submitted to Little League International for approval and they are carefully scrutinized. This is a time consuming and difficult process and it takes hours per division to make sure these guidelines are met.
- I want all my kids on the same team. Can this be done?
Only if their ages and abilities fall within the same team division guidelines. Go to the 'Divisions' page to be sure. Age cutoff is April 30th.
- Who will be my son or daughters' coach?
YOU!! Every team has designated managers and coaches, but they can't do it all. Parents are expected to reinforce the concepts taught in games and practices. Play catch or take your child to the batting cages regularly and often.
If you would like to be a designated manager/coach on your child's team, fill out one of our coaching applications. We are a program run entirely by volunteers and are always looking for knowledgeable, happy volunteers to help us coach. We even provide training for those without experience.
- How do I register my child for Coach XYZ's team?
We cannot accept requests to place your child with the coach of your choice. Teams must be made up according to the guidelines set forth by Little League International.
- If my kids are on different teams could they possibly play at different fields at the same time or could one child have the first game in the morning while one is the last game of the day?
Yes. We have many families with siblings in the program and for those of us who do, we often go different directions for practices and games. You must decide before registering if this will be a hardship for you. Parents are responsible for their children's transportation to and from practices and games and parents must be on time for both arrival and pick-up.
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