Tecolote Manager’s Credo

Tecolote Managers should make every effort to...

• Create a safe and caring environment for players to learn, practice and play.
• Become familiar with current coaching and teaching techniques.
• Be kind and approachable.
• Provide all players the opportunity to learn and to play.
• Demonstrate good health habits and physical fitness.
• Make every player feel an important part of the team.
• Be knowledgeable of the rules of the game.
• Set clear and reasonable expectations.
• Set attainable goals.
• Be courteous and polite.
• Use good judgment as to when and how to discipline.
• Teach the fundamentals of the game.
• Be positive in situations where 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 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 my players and won't be afraid to admit my mistakes.
• Maintain dignity of the person I may be in conflict with.
• Be open-minded.
• Model of good sportsmanship.
• Understand that 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 umpires.
• Remember that the game is for the players.