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A volunteer is any individual who is contributing time in support of the local league or district without receiving any form of compensation.
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Fundraising for Tournament and Commercialization
At all times, leagues should carefully follow the specific guidelines outlined in the Little League® Rules, Regulations and Operating Policies, specifically found in Operating Policies sections including: Using Little League…
Local League Parents Code of Conduct: Help Make Parents, Families, and Fans Accountable for their Behavior
The way parents and family members behave at youth sports games and practices has a significant impact on the player experience. Parents can set an example for Little Leaguers® by…
Registration Checklist for Local Leagues
There are a lot of moving parts that go into a successful Little League® Registration Day. Creating a registration checklist of actionable items to be completed prior to registration day…
Looking Official: The Umpire Uniform
The Little League® Umpire uniform is unique. Unlike other Little League volunteers, umpires typically chose to officiate games after being involved at the local or district level in other capacities.…
How to Recognize Your Team for a Fun, Good Season
There are so many ways that managers can say good job and place value on effort, achievement, and accomplishment without counting wins and losses. Every Little League® regular season, children…
How to Handle an Injured Player, Returning to Play After Injury
If a Little Leaguer® is injured during a game, practice, or other league-approved activity that may or may not require medical attention, league officials (manager/coach, Safety Officer, Player Agent, etc.)…
Supportive Parents Are Critical to Team Chemistry
Coaching youth sports can be one of the most rewarding experiences a person can have. Teaching children the fundamentals of the game, along with how to compete at an early…
Definition of the Little League® Strike Zone
The “strike zone” is the one area of baseball and softball that causes the most discussions, disagreements, concerns and frustrations. According to the current edition of Little League's Rules, Regulations,…
Preparing Local Little League Bylaws
Every local Little League® program is required to have an approved league constitution on file at its respective Regional Center. In support of the constitution, leagues are strongly advised to…
The Dangers of Steroids and Appearance and Performance Enhancing Drugs
Here’s an eye opener for parents…the average age that a child starts taking dietary supplements is 10.8 years old, so they would likely still be playing in the Minor division…