Kensico Little League Parent Meeting
Kensico Little League Parent Meeting March 22, 2018
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AGENDA Welcome & BOD Introduction Mission Statement Volunteer Needs Parent/Volunteer Pledge Child Protection Program Little League Age Rules for Each Division T-Ball Goals & Rules Things to Remember Questions & Answers
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Executive Board of Directors President - Robert Candrea Vice President - Anthony Santamorena Secretary – Anthony Rizzuto Treasurer – Matt Carbone Player Agent – Robert Ierace Safety Officer – Joe Rush Chief of Equipment – John Caldarola Chief of Umpires – Tom Whitman Communications Officer – Donald Cannon Chief of Field Maintenance – Robert Candrea Fundraising Manager – Mary Jo Pecora Concession Manager – Jake Friscoe Summer/Fall Ball – Mike Pizzuto 3
Division Vice Presidents T-Ball – Robert Caluori Mustangs – Susan Martinez Baseball Minors AA – Mike Pizzuto Softball Minors – Keith Wichman
Baseball Minors AAA – Bob Ierace Softball Majors – Kristin Caldarola Baseball Majors – Tom Whitman Softball Jrs & Srs – Kristin Caldarola Baseball Jrs & Srs – Joe Champagne
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Mission Statement Through proper guidance the Little League program assists youth in developing the qualities of citizenship, discipline, teamwork and physical wellbeing. By espousing the virtues of character, courage and loyalty, the Little League Baseball program is designed to develop superior citizens rather than superior athletes. 5
Volunteers Needed General Little League Support Sponsors
Tournament Assistant
Managers
Parade Day Preparation
Coaches
Trophy Day Preparation
Evaluations Assistants
Field Maintenance
Picture Night Assistants
Division VPs
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Parent & Volunteer Pledge I will teach all children to play fair and do their best. I will positively support all managers, coaches & players. I will respect the decisions of the umpires. I will praise a good effort despite the outcome of the game. 7
Child Protection Program Volunteer Application Mandatory National Background Checks Mandatory Safety Program Parent/Volunteer Code of Conduct
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Divisional League Age * Non-Competitive Baseball – T-Ball – LL Age 4 & 5 (Co-Ed) – Mustangs – 6 & 7 (Co-Ed) – Baseball Minors AA – 8 – Softball Minors AA - 8
Baseball – Minors – 9 & 10 – Majors – 11 & 12 – Juniors – 13 & 14 – Seniors – 15 & 16
Softball (Girls Only) – Minors – 9 & 10 – Majors – 11 & 12 – Juniors – 13 & 14 – Seniors – 15 & 16
* LL Age: Baseball = age as of upcoming Aug 31; Softball = age as of last Dec 31 9
Playing Up “Playing Up” is only approved by the Kensico Little League Executive Board to make the league work. – For example: BB Majors 36 players = 4 teams of 9 BB AAA Minors 70 players = 6 teams of 14 Instead, Move 8 AAA players up to Majors BB Majors 44 players = 4 teams of 11 BB AAA Minors 62 players = 5 teams of 12+ 10
Rules for All Divisions 1 Manager, 2 Game Coaches, plus Practice Coaches Only Manager and Game Coaches allowed in dugouts and on field during games. Practice Coaches allowed for practices. Proper Uniform and Equipment Required Respect for Umpires and Sportsmanship Required from Players, Coaches, Fans.
Game Rules in Accordance with Little League and Kensico Rules. 11
Equipment White baseball pants and rubber cleats. White softball pants and rubber cleats. Sliding shorts are recommended.
Male players must wear a protective cup with athletic supporter. Approved bats are listed at www.littleleague.org. Batters must wear NOCSAE protective helmets during batting practices and games. Batting/catcher’s helmets shall not be painted. Catchers must wear catcher’s helmet (with face mask and throat guard), chest protector, shin guards, long model chest protector (baseball), and protective cup with athletic supporter at all times during practice sessions and games. Pelvic protectors are highly recommended for Softball Catchers.
Fielding Masks are required for Softball Infielders and Pitchers. 12
T-Ball Division Goals Safety Fun Hitting & fielding fundamentals Basic rules of the game Experience being on a team 13
T-Ball Division Rules All games are three innings Each player will bat each inning All hitting is done off a tee All hits are singles (last batter hits HR) Cleats and white baseball pants Managers and game coaches (only) are allowed on the field and in the dugouts Practice coaches and other parents must remain outside of the field 14
T-Ball Division Schedule Game Dates: every Sunday from late April thru mid June except Memorial Day Game Times: approximately 1 hour, with start times per published schedule Game Location: Pat Henry Field Practices: 1 hour per week at time/place determined by manager 15
Things to Remember Support our Sponsors Volunteers are always needed Parade: April 14 - HNJ 1:00 (No Parking) Picture Day April 24 & 25 Kensico School Summer Baseball Registration by May 15 Trophy Day & BBQ: June 23 Visit KensicoLittleLeague.org IT’S ALL ABOUT THE KIDS 16
Questions & Answers Email questions to Don Cannon at [email protected]
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KensicoLittleLeague.org 1
AGENDA Welcome & BOD Introduction Mission Statement Volunteer Needs Parent/Volunteer Pledge Child Protection Program Little League Age Rules for Each Division T-Ball Goals & Rules Things to Remember Questions & Answers
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Executive Board of Directors President - Robert Candrea Vice President - Anthony Santamorena Secretary – Anthony Rizzuto Treasurer – Matt Carbone Player Agent – Robert Ierace Safety Officer – Joe Rush Chief of Equipment – John Caldarola Chief of Umpires – Tom Whitman Communications Officer – Donald Cannon Chief of Field Maintenance – Robert Candrea Fundraising Manager – Mary Jo Pecora Concession Manager – Jake Friscoe Summer/Fall Ball – Mike Pizzuto 3
Division Vice Presidents T-Ball – Robert Caluori Mustangs – Susan Martinez Baseball Minors AA – Mike Pizzuto Softball Minors – Keith Wichman
Baseball Minors AAA – Bob Ierace Softball Majors – Kristin Caldarola Baseball Majors – Tom Whitman Softball Jrs & Srs – Kristin Caldarola Baseball Jrs & Srs – Joe Champagne
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Mission Statement Through proper guidance the Little League program assists youth in developing the qualities of citizenship, discipline, teamwork and physical wellbeing. By espousing the virtues of character, courage and loyalty, the Little League Baseball program is designed to develop superior citizens rather than superior athletes. 5
Volunteers Needed General Little League Support Sponsors
Tournament Assistant
Managers
Parade Day Preparation
Coaches
Trophy Day Preparation
Evaluations Assistants
Field Maintenance
Picture Night Assistants
Division VPs
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Parent & Volunteer Pledge I will teach all children to play fair and do their best. I will positively support all managers, coaches & players. I will respect the decisions of the umpires. I will praise a good effort despite the outcome of the game. 7
Child Protection Program Volunteer Application Mandatory National Background Checks Mandatory Safety Program Parent/Volunteer Code of Conduct
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Divisional League Age * Non-Competitive Baseball – T-Ball – LL Age 4 & 5 (Co-Ed) – Mustangs – 6 & 7 (Co-Ed) – Baseball Minors AA – 8 – Softball Minors AA - 8
Baseball – Minors – 9 & 10 – Majors – 11 & 12 – Juniors – 13 & 14 – Seniors – 15 & 16
Softball (Girls Only) – Minors – 9 & 10 – Majors – 11 & 12 – Juniors – 13 & 14 – Seniors – 15 & 16
* LL Age: Baseball = age as of upcoming Aug 31; Softball = age as of last Dec 31 9
Playing Up “Playing Up” is only approved by the Kensico Little League Executive Board to make the league work. – For example: BB Majors 36 players = 4 teams of 9 BB AAA Minors 70 players = 6 teams of 14 Instead, Move 8 AAA players up to Majors BB Majors 44 players = 4 teams of 11 BB AAA Minors 62 players = 5 teams of 12+ 10
Rules for All Divisions 1 Manager, 2 Game Coaches, plus Practice Coaches Only Manager and Game Coaches allowed in dugouts and on field during games. Practice Coaches allowed for practices. Proper Uniform and Equipment Required Respect for Umpires and Sportsmanship Required from Players, Coaches, Fans.
Game Rules in Accordance with Little League and Kensico Rules. 11
Equipment White baseball pants and rubber cleats. White softball pants and rubber cleats. Sliding shorts are recommended.
Male players must wear a protective cup with athletic supporter. Approved bats are listed at www.littleleague.org. Batters must wear NOCSAE protective helmets during batting practices and games. Batting/catcher’s helmets shall not be painted. Catchers must wear catcher’s helmet (with face mask and throat guard), chest protector, shin guards, long model chest protector (baseball), and protective cup with athletic supporter at all times during practice sessions and games. Pelvic protectors are highly recommended for Softball Catchers.
Fielding Masks are required for Softball Infielders and Pitchers. 12
T-Ball Division Goals Safety Fun Hitting & fielding fundamentals Basic rules of the game Experience being on a team 13
T-Ball Division Rules All games are three innings Each player will bat each inning All hitting is done off a tee All hits are singles (last batter hits HR) Cleats and white baseball pants Managers and game coaches (only) are allowed on the field and in the dugouts Practice coaches and other parents must remain outside of the field 14
T-Ball Division Schedule Game Dates: every Sunday from late April thru mid June except Memorial Day Game Times: approximately 1 hour, with start times per published schedule Game Location: Pat Henry Field Practices: 1 hour per week at time/place determined by manager 15
Things to Remember Support our Sponsors Volunteers are always needed Parade: April 14 - HNJ 1:00 (No Parking) Picture Day April 24 & 25 Kensico School Summer Baseball Registration by May 15 Trophy Day & BBQ: June 23 Visit KensicoLittleLeague.org IT’S ALL ABOUT THE KIDS 16
Questions & Answers Email questions to Don Cannon at [email protected]
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