HTRBA Little League: Manager's Info
HOW TO SPEAK WITH UMPIRES - BE COOL!
How to speak with Umpires…. In situations where you must have conversations with the Umpires ( and we recommend that you DO.. constructively!!!) we suggest using the COOL method of communication …
o Call for Time Out .. so effective when talking with Umpires.. screaming from the dugout is not as effective..
o One person should address the umpires… all remaining coaches should not be yelling at the umpire.. that never helps
o Obtain clarification of a ruling.. it is ok to ask the umpire what their interpretation of the play or a ruling were…this is part of the game…..
o Leave that play behind you, move forward regardless of the outcome. You do not have to agree with the call, but when it’s over, it’s over….
Constructive communication with the umpires is always better than having embarrassing conversations in front of our children…Also, remember, the other team has every right to ask for clarification. Please refrain from screaming out at an opposing coach just because they are questioning a call…
Remember, attitude reflects leadership and you play an important role!Saturday, March 29
SAFETY TIPS FOR ALL OF US TO BE AWARE OF!!!!!!
We want to remind everyone to be diligent in preserving the safe environment that we all work very hard to provide. Here are some safety reminders that all Coaches, Parents and Players need to be aware of…
1) There is NO on-deck circle in Little League.. The only player allowed to take swings before their at bat, is the 1st batter of every inning. Further, this should be done in close proximity to the batter's box. Even with this, Coaches need to be cognizant of the surroundings
2) Players are not allowed to TOUCH their bats until they are going up to bat.... Coaches need to be diligent on this one!!!!
3) No Player is allowed outside of the dugout until they are going up to bat.... The bench Coach needs to ensure that they run an organized dugout
4) No Siblings are allowed in the dugout at ANY time...THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS
5) Players who are "on-deck or on-double deck" should all have their helmets on
6) If you do not have enough coaches, you can ask any of the parents to assist you for that one game. However, we recommend that a Manager or Coach maintain the bench Coaches' job.
7) A player should not be placed in a position where he/she cannot protect themselves.
As a reminder, All of these items are in our Manager's Handbook, Safety Plan and on our website...If we work together to protect our children, we all win!!
Play it Safe, HTRBA!
