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Essentials for Reviewing a League’s Constitution and Bylaws

When preparing to charter, every league should review its constitution and bylaws.  These documents stipulate everything from the election of officers at the annual meeting to the selection method for […]

Pace of Play: Time Management

It’s always important to keep the game moving at a steady pace. To speed the innings along, here are a few tips that are effective from before the first pitch […]

How to Garner Respect from Players, Coaches

Umpires believe that with the proper look, sound mechanics, and a consistent strike zone, umpires can earn four innings, which means they only need to be good for two innings. […]

The First 4 Things To Do After Your Board Election

Once your local league members elect the Board of Directors for the new season, the Board can begin to take the first steps in preparing for your new season. The […]

How To Hold Your Local League Board Election

Electing the new Board of Directors for your local Little League® program is the first official act of your new Little League Season. Remember, this is not when your League […]

5 Things To Do Before Your Annual Board Election

Each year, typically in the fall, local Little League® programs holds their annual meeting and election for the positions on their Board of Directors. The Board of Directors sets the […]

Game Control vs. General In Charge

The umpire is fundamental to the games of baseball and softball. But, how the umpire presents himself or herself will go a long way in determining how coaches, players, and […]

Tips and Tactics for Recruiting New Volunteer Little League® Umpires

We’ve all heard that without umpires there are no official games, but too often the recruitment and training of new umpires are an afterthought in the operation of local leagues. […]

Treasurer: Local League Role

A local league’s Treasurer is a crucial position within its Board of Directors. The Treasurer is responsible for the financial condition of the local league and providing monthly or periodic […]

Inside Pitch Tee Work

University of Washington Head Softball Coach Heather Tarr explains how to work on hitting the inside pitch through Tee work.