Managers
* Be early for all practices and games.
* Be as fair as possible in giving playing time to all players.
* Do my best to teach the fundamentals of the game.
* Be positive and respect each child as an individual.
* Set reasonable expectations for each child and for the season.
* Teach the players the value of winning and losing.
* Be open to ideas, suggestions or help.
* Never holler at any member of my team, the opposing team or umpires. Any confrontation will be handled in a respectful, quiet and individual manner.
* Create a safe and caring environment for players to learn, practice and play.
* Become familiar with current coaching and teaching techniques.
* Provide all players the opportunity to learn and play.
* Demonstrate good health habits and physical fitness.
* Make every player feel an important part of the team.
* Be knowledgable of the rules of the game.
* Set clear and reasonable expectations.
* Set reachable goals.
* Be curteous and polite.
* Use good judgement as to when and how to discipline.
* Teach the fundamentals of the game.
* Be positive in situations when there seems to be failure.
* Be fair to all players.
* Share ideas and expertise with other managers in the league.
* Demonstrate poise, self-control and self-confidence.
* Ensure that all of the players are instructed on safety.
* Warm up the players before every practice and game.
* Support the work of league organizers and volunteers.
* Be honest to players and not be afraid to admit mistakes.
* Maintain the dignity of the person I may be in conflict with.
* Model good sportsmanship.
* Understand that players' progress and growth often comes one small step at a time.
* Understand that players improve at different rates.
* Communicate appropriately with players and parents.
* Be a good role model.
* Model a high level of respect for volunteers and umpires.
* Remember that the game is for the players.
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